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Logan VanDine

Logan VanDine

Joined: Aug 20, 2024

Logan is a graduate of Rider University where he majored in Sports Media and minored in Sports Studies. During his time at Rider, Logan worked for Rider's radio station, 107.7 The Bronc as a sports host, producer and broadcaster, and for the school's paper: The Rider News. He began his time with The Rider News as a section writer for sports and was a copy editor for two years followed by being one of the sports editors during his senior year. Logan also placed third in the New Jersey Press Foundation Awards for sports feature writing. Aside from his work on Yankees and Mets On SI, he is also a writer for FanSided covering the New York Giants and Mets and also covers the Giants for Total Apex Sports.

Oct 16, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets first base Pete Alonso (20) reacts after striking out against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the first inning during game three of the NLCS for the 2024 MLB playoffs at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Why Market is Moving Slow for Mets' Free Agent Pete Alonso

Teams across MLB have been rumored to be hesitant to give free agent superstar Pete Alonso a long-term contract.

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Oct 18, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (20) rounds the bases after hitting a three run home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning of game five of the NLCS during the 2024 MLB playoffs at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Mets Predicted to Retain Pete Alonso on $135 Million Deal

The New York Mets are being predicted to keep All-Star first baseman Pete Alonso for the long-term after signing Juan Soto.

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Oct 18, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets pinch runner Luisangel Acuna (2) leads off first base during the eighth inning of game five of the NLCS against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the 2024 MLB playoffs at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Is This Top Prospect Playing His Way Onto Mets' Opening Day Roster?

Luisangel Acuña's impressive season in the Venezuelan Winter League may earn him a roster spot for the Mets in 2025.

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Dec 12, 2024; Flushing, NY, USA; New York Mets owner Steve Cohen speaks to the media during a Juan Soto introductory press conference at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Mets' Steve Cohen Was Not Convinced He Did Enough in Pursuit of Juan Soto

Steve Cohen was not 100% convinced that Juan Soto was coming to Flushing Queens.

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Oct 18, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (20) rounds the bases after hitting a three run home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning of game five of the NLCS during the 2024 MLB playoffs at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Mets' Steve Cohen on Potentially Re-Signing Pete Alonso: 'Hopefully We Get There'

Steve Cohen is hoping the Mets can lock up their star first baseman long-term.

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Sep 30, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; New York Mets second baseman Luisangel Acuna (2) throws a runner out at first against the Atlanta Braves in the fourth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
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New York Mets Open to Dealing Top Prospects This Offseason

The Mets are not ruling out moving some top prospects this offseason if it means getting players in return that can help them contend.

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Jul 30, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns speaks to the media about the MLB trade deadline before a game against the Minnesota Twins at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Mets Sign Intriguing Pitcher on Minor League Deal

The Mets continue to add pitching depth this offseason, as they signed a promising Japanese right-hander to a minor league deal.

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Feb 18, 2024; West Palm Beach, FL, USA; Houston Astros relief pitcher Oliver Ortega (63) plays catch at spring training. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
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New York Mets Add Another Reliever on Minor League Deal

The New York Mets continue to add depth to their bullpen by inking another relief pitcher on a minor league deal.

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Oct 26, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; New York Yankees outfielder Juan Soto (22) reacts after hitting a home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the third inning for game two of the 2024 MLB World Series at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Mets Reportedly Increase Juan Soto Offer Into Historic Range

The Mets aren't messing around in their interest for star free-agent slugger Juan Soto

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Jun 5, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder Edward Olivares (38) high-fives in the dugout after scoring a run against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the second inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Mets Add Veteran Outfielder on Minor League Deal

The Mets are adding more depth to their roster for the 2025 season.

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Oct 14, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; New York Mets pitcher Sean Manaea (59) reacts in the second inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game two of the NLCS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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A's Made Significant Offer to Another Mets' Free Agent

Despite the A's signing Luis Severino to a $67 million deal, they were reportedly also interested in signing another Mets free-agent starter.

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Oct 26, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; New York Yankees outfielder Juan Soto (22) celebrates after hitting a solo home run in the third inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game two of the 2024 MLB World Series at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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Insider Believes Juan Soto Will Make Agency Decision by This Date

ESPN MLB Insider Jeff Passan believes free agent superstar Juan Soto will make his highly anticipated free agency decision by this date.

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