Mets: Putz doesn't hide his preference to close
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NEW YORK — J.J. Putz was honest: He would like to be closing games next season rather than setting up someone else's saves.
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Glasnow: Enforcing Sticky Stuff Rule Midseason Is Insane And Contributed To Injury - MLB Trade Rumors
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New York Mets Haven't Discussed Extension With This Superstar Slugger - Sports Illustrated New York Mets News, Analysis and More
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Brodie Van Wagenen A Significant Favorite To Be Offered Mets' GM Role - MLB Trade Rumors
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Max Scherzer falters as NY Mets lose to Padres in Game 1
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Mets bizarrely lose track of outs in sixth inning against Angels
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Mets season broken beyond repair, players and staff blindsided
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Mets Morning News for May 12, 2022 - Amazin' Avenue
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Highlights Trinity Per Saecula
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Mets play spoiler, put away Reds 8-4