Ailing aces: Mets take hit with injuries to deGrom, Scherzer
By pairing Max Scherzer with Jacob deGrom, the New York Mets figured they aced their offseasonAPRIL 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
CHRIS BASSITT #40 - PITCHER - TORONTO BLUE JAYS
10-14 W-L •
1.46 WHIP •
4.16 ERA
10-14 W-L
1.46 WHIP
4.16 ERA
Mets ace Scherzer suffers hammy injury, day after deGrom out
New York Mets ace Max Scherzer is dealing with a hamstring issue and isn’t sure when he’ll pitch nextAPRIL 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Aces up: Mets make money pitch with Scherzer-deGrom duo
The New York Mets all but aced their offseason when they paired Max Scherzer with Jacob deGromMARCH 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Chris Bassitt Blanks Marlins In Grapefruit League Debut With Mets Mets starter Chris Bassitt blanked the Marlins in his Grapefruit League debut on Tuesday night. And the offense did more than their part, ex...
MARCH 30, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
A's trade 3 more stars, rebuild again going into 2022
The Oakland Athletics posted a farewell photo on social media featuring pitching ace Chris Bassitt, third baseman Matt Chapman and first baseman Matt Olson after trading them all a...MARCH 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Athletics bring back infielder Jed Lowrie on one-year deal
Jed Lowrie is staying with the Oakland Athletics to extend the infielder’s third stint with the club, reaching agreement on a one-year contractMARCH 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Why Mets' Chris Bassitt Doesn't Give A 'Sh*t' About His Contract Situation Find out why Mets starting pitcher Chris Bassitt does not give a “sh*t” about his contract situation.
MARCH 24, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Mets Settle With 13 Arbitration-Eligible Players, Unable To Reach Agreement With Chris Bassitt The Mets have settled with 13 arbitration-eligible players, but were unable to reach an agreement with starting pitcher Chris Bassitt.
MARCH 23, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Alonso, 12 other Mets reach deals avoiding arbitration
Pete Alonso and 12 other New York Mets agreed to one-year contracts Tuesday that avoided arbitration, leaving only right-hander Chris Bassitt without a deal before the deadline to...MARCH 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
MLB Free Agency Tracker: Story signs with Red Sox
MLB free agency is back! Stay up-to-date with the latest moves, including Trevor Story to the Red Sox.MARCH 21, 2022
MLB rumors: Royals could blow up Yankees-A's trade talks The Oakland A's are holding a fire sale, and have already traded All-Stars Chris Bassitt, Matt Olson and Matt Chapman.
MARCH 17, 2022 • NJ.COM
Grade A's: Langeliers, young newcomers hit Oakland camp
All fans need to know about Shea Langeliers’ powerful arm is that he gains more satisfaction from throwing out baserunners than hitting long ballsMARCH 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Yankees, Mets and all MLB again affected by COVID in 2022
Coronavirus restrictions in Canada and New York have assured that baseball will again be affected by COVID-19 in 2022MARCH 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Blue Jays acquire 3B Matt Chapman from Oakland for 4 players
All-Star third baseman Matt Chapman was acquired by the Toronto Blue Jays from the payroll-shredding Oakland Athletics for four playersMARCH 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bowden: Takeaways on 8 big post-lockout trades and signings, including the Matt Olson and Chris Bassitt deals Jim Bowden shares his thoughts (and grades) on the Yankees-Twins trade, the Reds-Mariners deal, the Yusei Kikuchi signing and more.
MARCH 15, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Mets sign veteran reliever Adam Ottavino to $4M, 1-year deal
The busy New York Mets have added an experienced arm to their bullpen, signing Adam Ottavino to a $4 million, one-year contractMARCH 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Healthy again, Brent Honeywell hoping to earn spot with A's
Brent Honeywell Jr. made his anticipated big league debut with Tampa Bay last season, reaching the majors after years of injuries and rehab workMARCH 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Cohen on tax: `Better than a bridge being named after you'
Steve Cohen heard that baseball’s new $290 million luxury tax level was named after himMARCH 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Berman: The A's traded Chris Bassitt, and this is just the beginning Bassitt's departure to New York is a strong indication that the A's will be tearing down their current roster and rebuilding.
MARCH 13, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Mets get All-Star righty Bassitt from A's for minor leaguers
All-Star righty Chris Bassitt, who made a remarkable recovery from a frightening line drive to the head last year, has been traded by the Oakland Athletics to the New York Mets for...MARCH 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Mets Acquire Starting Pitcher Chris Bassitt In Trade With Oakland Athletics The Mets are acquiring starting pitcher Chris Bassitt in a trade with the Oakland Athletics.
MARCH 13, 2022 • SACBEE.COM
Traded to Mets Bassitt was sent from the Athletics to the Mets in exchange for J.T. Ginn and Adam Oller on Saturday, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports.
Impact The 33-year-old righty, who has just one year remaining on his contract, has taken big steps forward over the last two seasons, posting a combined 2.90 ERA and 1.08 WHIP in 38 starts. Those numbers were helped by the fact the he pitched half his games in Oakland, but he's now on his way to another pitcher-friendly park. He's also now found himself on one of the strongest rosters in the league, which should boost his chances of racking up wins.
MARCH 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Twins trade targets: Front-line starting pitchers who could fit in Minnesota Sandy Alcantara, Sonny Gray and Chris Bassitt are three starters the Twins could target in trades.
NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
AP source: Padres hire Oakland's Bob Melvin as manager
The San Diego Padres have hired Bob Melvin from the Oakland Athletics as their new manager, according to a person with knowledge of the dealOCTOBER 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
