Mets Bullpen

The Mets are likely to non-tender Johnny Estrada, according to the New York Daily News.

New York acquired Estrada last month, but then made him expendable with the trade for Brian Schneider. With Washington out of the picture after signing Paul Lo Duca, Estrada’s chances to land another starting gig are drying up.

[rotoworld.com]

Well, I can’t say I’m surprised, as it seems pretty clear Schneider is going to be our starting catcher, but I still wish that Estrada could come to better use, but to tell you the truth, we don’t need him. I would rather have Castro as a backup than him, and even though I am not so crazy about Schneider, he is a great defensive player so I can see the motive for acquiring him.

Maybe Johnny will aid the Mets in trading for Johan Santana…