MLB In Brief: George Springer Must Stand Up | David Stearns Wants To Keep Pete Alonso

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George Springer must stand up

His playoff experience must pay off.

“He’s done it all and is a World Series MVP. He knows what needs to be done this time of year.” – A feature look at what others see in #Bluejays own Mr. October, George Springer. https://t.co/CdVI6oohsI

— Rob Longley (@longleysunsport) October 2, 2023

A big challenge for the Twins

Minnesota is not used to playing against good clubs in 2023. Which version of the Blue Jays will appear against the Twins tomorrow?

Games played against 99+ win teams this season
Jays: 32
Twins: 18

Games played against 99+ loss teams this season
Jays: 16
Twins: 35

— mr baby (@whyjays) October 2, 2023

Bo Bichette and the importance of defense

He is also improving with his glove.

“I knew that if I was going to be the defender I wanted to be, I had to believe in myself and stop trying to be perfect.”

Here’s my feature on the evolution of Bo Bichette as a shortstop:https://t.co/AXnnaSNpQD

— David Singh (@ByDavidSingh) October 2, 2023

The Guardians have already started their search for a manager

Who will take Terry Francona’s place?

The Cleveland #Guardians have already begun their interview process to replace manager Terry Francona.

— Bob Nightengale (@BNightengale) October 2, 2023

Who will end his famine?

Several teams currently in the playoffs have a long streak without a World Series.

Several options for the Mets

Who will be the manager there?

Potential Mets manager names are obvious, but I can tell you this: they’ll case a very wide net, and there are no early frontrunners. Much discussion of this, other big picture issues during coverage of David Stearns into news conference at 12. @gappleSNY @Todd_Zeile @SteveGelbs

— Andy Martino (@martinonyc) October 2, 2023

Speaking of the Mets, Pete Alonso should not be traded this winter.

David Stearns reiterates that he expects Pete Alonso to be on the Mets’ Opening Day roster in 2024:

“I fully expect him to be our starting first baseman on Opening Day and I’m looking forward to getting to know him. I certainly hope that he is a Met for a long time.” pic.twitter.com/AonNSPuV5y

— SNY (@SNYtv) October 2, 2023

October 2, 2023