Mets Closing In On Vargas

by Eli Greenspan on Apr 9, 2008 5:45 PM EDT

According to the New York Post, the Mets and Claudio Vargas are in the final stages of a contract that could be completed as soon as tonight. This is a great move for the Mets, who recently lost Orlando Hernandez. Not only that, but Mike Pelfrey isn't living up to his potential, so adding a veteran like Vargas should sure up this rotation. Vargas' release last season surprised many, considering he has gone 23-16 over the past two seasons. His ERA is what makes him a number five starter, but the fact that he can eat up innings makes him valuable. He will likely head to Triple-A for a couple starts before they call him up.

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Pelfrey pitched a nice game today. Anyone who gave up hope on a rushed 24-year-old is an idiot (no offense to anyone)

by NYteamsWin on Apr 10, 2008 12:39 AM EDT reply actions

I haven't given up hope on him, but I wouldn't say he is the answer either.

by Eli on Apr 10, 2008 1:27 AM EDT reply actions

Pelfry just needs to trust his secondary pitches and he will be fine... ground ball out after ground ball out is what i was lookin for and what i recieved.

by Shea It Ain't So on Apr 10, 2008 9:37 AM EDT reply actions

The fact is unless Pelf adds two more quality out pitches, he is a #5 starter forever and possible trade bait for another player! Vargas coming over is good for the rotation (if needed) and good for the bullpen. Heck, it's good for long relief if we need it and Sosa is "unavailable". You think that's the last transaction before the year is out. Look for more!

by YusefM on Apr 10, 2008 11:11 PM EDT reply actions