Mets Today (Free subscription) | 12/12/2008
According to Rob Bradford of WEEI, the Mets are interested in Alex Cora. Why is this news? Why am I posting it? Further, someone tell me why there are actually some fans “disappointed” that the Mets didn’t sign Nick Punto? Has the world gone mad'???? In all seriousness, I like Alex Cora. But not so much to lose [...]
Dom D's - Mets Fan Blog (Free subscription) | 12/12/2008
According to WEEI Blog , after the Twins’ re-signing of Nick Punto, the Mets are targeting Alex Cora to replace Damian Easley as a middle infielder. Cora is now a free agent after having been with the Red Sox since the middle of the 2005 season. Easley played in 113 games, getting 316 at-bats, with the Mets last season while playing five different positions (primarily second base)....
MLB Trade Rumors (Free subscription) | 12/12/2008
According to WEEI's Rob Bradford, the Mets are targeting free agent Alex Cora to be their utility man for '09. Cora played shortstop and a little bit of second base for the Red Sox this year.
Mets Fever (Free subscription) | 13/12/2008
It was reported earlier today that the Mets are expressing interest in Alex Cora. One thing is clear Omar is looking for a specific type of player for the bench, a guy who could start at either 2B or SS but will accept a role as a utility player. Nick Punto has signed with the Twins so it appears that Omar is looking at Cora a very similar player... The 33 y/o left handed hitter...
MetsBlog (Free subscription) | 12/12/2008
The Mets are pursuing free-agent Alex Cora to be their utility infielder, reports WEEI radio in Boston. In 75 games for the Red Sox in 2008, the 33–year-old Cora hit .270 with a .371 OBP, while playing second base and shortstop. In his 11–year career, he has played short, second, left field, third base and first base. He [...]
Hot Foot (Free subscription) | 12/12/2008
The Mets still need a utility player and it appears they are on the hunt for one. There is a report coming from WEEI that says the Mets are interested in signing free agent SS Alex Cora. Cora played in 75 games with Boston last season 69 at SS and six at 2B. Even though I [...]
Bless You Boys (Free subscription) | 28/11/2008
... you some offense. But now, Jon Paul Morosi is reporting that the Tigers are thinking of signing Alex Cora , and pairing him with Santiago next year. Really? Alex Cora? Another Red Sox cast-off ? Should we expect to see Mike Greenwell in left field next season? Seriously, has it really come to this? Is the free agent cupboard that bare? Is the trade market that dry? Are...
MLB Rumors - MLBTradeRumors.com (Free subscription) | 27/11/2008
According to Jon Paul Morosi of the Detroit Free Press, the Tigers have considered pursuing free agent shortstop Alex Cora. Cora could be used in a platoon with Ramon Santiago. Cora, 33, hit .270/.371/.349 in 179 plate appearances this year while playing a below-average shortstop. He earned $2MM.
Detroit Free Press (Free subscription) | 27/11/2008
The Tigers have considered pursuing free agent Alex Cora as a low-cost solution at shortstop, according to two people familiar with the team's plans.
New York Times (Free subscription) | 2 hours ago
... price than Lowe.The Mets are also interested in another of Boras’s clients, the utility infielder Álex Cora. Boras and his longtime associate, Mike Fiore, arrived after noon and met with a three-man Mets contingent: Jeff Wilpon, the chief operating officer, General Manager and his assistant, John Ricco. COMPLETE DEAL WITH GIAMBI and the Oakland Athletics completed a one-year, $5.25...
MetsBlog (Free subscription) | yesterday
... believes the Mets will next sign a starting pitcher, followed by a utility infielder, such as Alex Cora, David Eckstein or Craig Counsell. Last month, WEEI radio in Boston said the Mets are pursuing Cora to be their utility infielder. In 75 games for the Red Sox in 2008, the 33–year-old Cora hit .270 with a .371 OBP, while playing second base and shortstop. In his 11–year...
MLB Trade Rumors (Free subscription) | yesterday
... Mets to move Luis Castillo . He says the team wants to bring in a capable backup infielder such as Alex Cora , David Eckstein , or Craig Counsell . The D'Backs made offers for Jon Garland and Brad Penny , but Penny signed with Boston and they're out on Garland. Rosenthal says the D'Backs still aren't necessarily in the market for a starter. A Brian Roberts trade is said to be a "growing...
MetsBlog (Free subscription) | 30/12/2008
... not, and i hope not, then millar is a good fit for a variety of reasons, though i think they like Alex Cora … James at MetsGeek argues in favor of acquiring another left-handed relief pitcher, such as Will Ohman, Dennys Reyes or Joe Beimel . …i used to think the Mets would sign a guy like this…however, i get the sense they are pretty excited about Sean Green , who they acquired in...
MLB Trade Rumors (Free subscription) | 29/12/2008
... than pursue a Joe Beimel type. Mets GM Omar Minaya does want to acquire a utility infielder, with Alex Cora atop the list.
Can't Stop the Bleeding (Free subscription) | 23/12/2008
... players like Ramírez and Lowe and even the lesser-known ones like Willie Bloomquist and Álex Cora will remain uncertain of their 2009 destinations.
