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Keith Law / ESPN:
Even if Mets contend with Cano and Diaz, dealing Kelenic could haunt them — This had to be Mets fans' worst nightmare: The owners, who seemingly can't stop meddling in baseball operations, would hire someone as GM who'd short-circuit the ongoing rebuilding of the farm system in pursuit of short-term wins.
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Matt Ehalt / Daily Record:
Five takeaways from the Mets-Mariners blockbuster — The Mets' offseason is off to a fast start with the team agreeing to a five-for-two deal with Seattle that will net them Robinson Cano and Edwin Diaz. — This controversial deal helps the Mets in 2019, but it could hurt in the future …
Khadrice Rollins / Sports Illustrated:
Report: Mariners to Trade Second Baseman Robinson Cano, Closer Edwin Diaz to Mets — The Mariners will send Robinson Cano, Edwin Diaz and $20 million to New York in exchange for a group of prospects and veterans. — The Seattle Mariners are trading All-Stars Robinson Cano and Edwin Diaz …
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Kristie Ackert / New York Daily News:
Mets trade for Robinson Cano, Edwin Diaz is done — A look at what's next for GM Brodie Van Wagenen — The Mets and Mariners have agreed on the blockbuster trade that will bring closer Edwin Diaz and eight-time all-star Robinson Cano to Flushing, along with cash.
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Bob Raissman / New York Daily News:
How will Mets broadcasters react to Robinson Cano's reputation for not hustling? — Gary Cohen, Keith Hernandez and Ron Darling will no doubt comment on the Robinson Cano/Edwin Diaz Mariners-Mets trade that shook the baseball community on Saturday night. — That's to be expected.
New York Daily News:
Mets eyeing Corey Kluber in possible massive trade with Indians: report — Meet the much more aggressive Mets. — The Mets have spoken with the Cleveland Indians regarding a possible deal for ace Corey Kluber, MLB.com reports, as it appears new GM Brodie Van Wagenen isn't wasting …
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ESPN:
Reports: Mariners, Mets finish off seven-player blockbuster trade — A blockbuster trade that gained momentum throughout the week has been completed, as the Seattle Mariners have agreed to deal All-Star closer Edwin Diaz and veteran second baseman Robinson Cano to the New York Mets, according to multiple reports.
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Mike Puma / New York Post:
Mets' blockbuster Robinson Cano deal is done pending physicals … The Mets and Mariners have their deal. — A blockbuster that will bring Robinson Cano and Edwin Diaz to the Mets for Jay Bruce, Anthony Swarzak, prospects Jarred Kelenic and Justin Dunn and reliever Gerson Bautista …
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Scott Chiusano / New York Daily News:
Meet Edwin Diaz, the Mets new closer following massive trade with Mariners
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Jeff Todd / MLB Trade Rumors:
Mariners, Mets Agree To Robinson Cano, Edwin Diaz Blockbuster
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Associated Press:
Nats trying to improve as Harper decision dominates talk — Everywhere Washington Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman goes these days, the same topic arises: What is going to happen with free agent outfielder Bryce Harper? — “As if they think — I guess because I've been here forever …
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Associated Press:
Indians All-Star shortstop Lindor voted team's Man of Year — CLEVELAND (AP) — Indians All-Star shortstop Francisco Lindor has been chosen the club's Man of the Year by the Cleveland chapter of the Baseball Writers of America. — Lindor led the Indians to their third straight AL Central championship …
Buster Olney / ESPN:
What Jerry Dipoto has left to do as the Mariners rebuild — George Springer isn't eligible for free agency for another two years, Carlos Correa three and Alex Bregman four. With the 28-year-old Jose Altuve locked into a long-term deal, the core of the Houston Astros, the best team in the AL West team …
Anthony Fenech / Detroit Free Press:
McCann, Wilson cuts show Tigers focused on bottom line, not leadership — Taking a look at what the Tigers' starting lineup and pitching rotation could look like to open the 2019 season. Video by Anthony Fenech and Ryan Ford, Detroit Free Press. — CONNECT
