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David Stearns agrees to become Mets president of baseball operations, according to reports

David Stearns has agreed to become president of baseball operations for the underperforming New York Mets, according to several reports.

Lawsuit says Tennessee's US House and state Senate maps discriminate against communities of color

Tennessee is facing a lawsuit over a congressional redistricting map that carved up Democratic-leaning Nashville to help Republicans flip a seat in last yearโ€™s elections.

Mets owner Steve Cohen addresses trade-deadline deals, thinks team will still compete in 2024

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen met with player and team personnel in Kansas City prior to the team's game Wednesday.

Memphis, Tennessee, police shoot suspect after he fired shots outside Jewish school

Memphis, Tennessee, police say officers shot a suspect after he attempted to enter a Jewish school with a gun and fired shots after he couldnโ€™t get into the building.

Pittsburgh Jews keep defying hate as synagogue trial nears

Three Jewish congregations in Pittsburgh are still waiting for justice four and a half years after the massacre that changed everything.

Verlander throws 1st bullpen with Mets; Padres' Tatis in OF

There were some familiar faces in new places as teams picked up the pace on the second day of spring training.

EXPLAINER: How Correa lost Giants deal, ended up with Mets

Fans of the San Francisco Giants spent a week reveling in the news that Carlos Correa was coming to the Bay Area on a $350 million, 13-year deal.

AP source: Mets swoop, snatch Correa for $315M, 12-year deal

Carlos Correa has agreed to a $315 million, 12-year contract with the free-spending New York Mets after his pending deal with the San Francisco Giants came apart over an issue with his physical.

Verlander: Mets move 'a leap of faith' that 'has paid off'

Justin Verlander says owner Steve Cohen and his willingness to spend his hedge-fund fortune on building a World Series-contender is the reason he joined the New York Mets.

Mets' Cohen, dubbed MLB's new `Goliath,' gets Nimmo to stay

Brandon Nimmo said the promise of attempting to contend every year with the Mets is how owner Steve Cohen persuaded him to re-sign with New York.

Manfred sure Mets-Yanks collusion query will find no issue

Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred confirmed Thursday that Major League Baseball is looking into potentially improper communication between the New York Mets and Yankees regarding star free agent Aaron Judge.

New cemetery chapel honors victims of synagogue attack

One of the congregations targeted in the 2018 Pittsburgh synagogue massacre has dedicated a new chapel in honor of those slain in the deadliest antisemitic attack in U.S. history.

Dรญaz, Mets ink $102M, 5-year deal, record for MLB closer

All-Star closer Edwin Dรญaz and the New York Mets have finalized their $102 million, five-year contract โ€” the largest for a reliever in baseball history.

MLB GMs weigh bigger bets in Las Vegas than those at tables

In the hallways and meeting rooms of Resorts World, baseball general managers are starting to weigh bigger bets than the wagers placed on tables and machines in the casino downstairs.

Mets flash cash, pays off through summer, spent by playoffs

Baseballโ€™s biggest spenders looked spent.

Mets retire Willie Maysโ€™ No. 24 as Old-Timersโ€™ Day returns

In a surprise salute at Citi Field, the Mets have retired Willie Maysโ€™ No. 24 as part of festivities for the organizationโ€™s first Old-Timersโ€™ Day since 1994.

Mets get Naquin, reliever from Reds for 2 minor leaguers

The first-place New York Mets have acquired outfielder Tyler Naquin and left-handed reliever Phillip Diehl from the Cincinnati Reds in a trade for two teenage minor leaguers.

Mets retire Keith Hernandez's No. 17 in Citi Field ceremony

The New York Mets have retired Keith Hernandez's number 17 jersey in a pregame ceremony at Citi Field.

Mets, minor leaguers plan meeting to discuss pay, conditions

Leaders from the New York Mets recently held whatโ€™s believed to be an unprecedented meeting with the nonprofit group Advocates for Minor Leaguers to discuss pay and working conditions in the minors, and another meeting is planned soon that will include players from the teamโ€™s farm system.

Larger than life: Mets unveil Seaver statue at Citi Field

A long-awaited statue of pitcher Tom Seaver has been unveiled by the New York Mets in a 40-minute ceremony that began about 2 1/2 hours before their home opener against Arizona.

LEADING OFF: MLB celebrates Robinson 75 years after debut

Players across the majors will don Jackie Robinsonโ€™s No. 42 โ€” and all of them in Dodger blue this year โ€” for the 75th anniversary of Robinsonโ€™s big league debut.

Lerner family exploring selling MLB's Washington Nationals

The Lerner family that has owned the Washington Nationals since 2006 is exploring the possibility of selling the Major League Baseball franchise.

Max Scherzer 'good to go' for Mets debut at Nationals Park

Max Scherzer says he is โ€œgood to goโ€ for his New York Mets debut in Fridayโ€™s second game of the season against the Washington Nationals.

Locked in: MLB set for delayed openers after a long winter

There's a lot to catch up on from a bizarre baseball offseason before the 2022 season officially begins with first pitch at Wrigley Field.

NYC lifts vaccine rule that blocked athletes from home games

New York Cityโ€™s mayor has exempted athletes and performers from the cityโ€™s vaccine mandate.

In hot MLB market, patience takes a backseat to action

Patience is often rewarded for both free agents and general managers during most Major League Baseball offseasons.

Mets' Alonso: No injury after car flipped over on Sunday

New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso said he wasn't hurt when his car flipped over in an accident in Tampa, Florida, on Sunday.

Champion Braves open camp with Acuรฑa, Morton but no Freeman

The reigning World Series champion Atlanta Braves opened spring training Sunday with Ronald Acuรฑa Jr. and Charlie Morton, but no Freddie Freeman.

Spring forward: What to know as MLB camps open Sunday

Shohei Ohtani, Aaron Judge and the rest of baseballโ€™s biggest stars are due at spring training Sunday for the first official day of preseason training following the end of Major League Baseballโ€™s 99-day labor lockout.

Former Mets acting GM Zack Scott acquitted of DUI charges

Former New York Mets acting general manager Zack Scott has been cleared of drunken-driving charges stemming from his arrest last August after he attended a fundraiser at team owner Steve Cohenโ€™s house.

New York Mets hire Buck Showalter as manager

Buck Showalter has been hired as manager of the New York Mets, bringing him back to the Big Apple to take over his fifth major league team.

To the Max: Scherzer, Mets finalize $130M, 3-year deal

The New York Mets and Max Scherzer have finalized a $130 million, three-year deal, a contract that shattered baseballโ€™s record for highest average salary and forms a historically impressive 1-2 atop New Yorkโ€™s rotation with Jacob deGrom.

AP source: Mets add CF Marte with $78 million, 4-year deal

The New York Mets have bolstered their lineup with three free-agent deals, adding speedy center fielder Starling Marte to go along with Mark Canha and All-Star infielder Eduardo Escobar.

Eppler, joining Mets, embraces return to `intimidating' NYC

Billy Eppler embraced the bright lights of the big city, promising on his first day as Mets general manager to pursue pricey free agents and create a perennial World Series contender.

Eppler gets 4-year deal to become Mets general manager

The New York Mets have hired Billy Eppler as their general manager, giving him a four-year contract.

AP source: Mets, Eppler near 4-year GM deal

The New York Mets are close to completing a deal to hire Billy Eppler as general manager, according to a person familiar with the negotiations.

Mets' Alderson claims New York a deterrent in GM search

Mets President Sandy Alderson says the biggest impediment in the clubโ€™s dragging search for a general manager isnโ€™t his presence nor owner Steve Cohen, but the spotlight created by the New York market.

AP source: Mets fire acting GM Scott after DUI leave

AP source: Mets fire acting GM Scott after DUI leave

Acting general manager Zack Scott will not return to the New York Mets after being placed on administrative leave following an arrest on drunken driving charges in August, according to a person familiar with the firing.

LEADING OFF: Start 'em up! Yankees vs Red Sox open playoffs

LEADING OFF: Start 'em up! Yankees vs Red Sox open playoffs

All these years later, the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox are set to meet again at Fenway Park in an all-or-nothing game Tuesday night.

Mets let go manager Luis Rojas after 2 losing seasons

Mets let go manager Luis Rojas after 2 losing seasons

Luis Rojas has been let go as manager of the New York Mets after two losing seasons.

Mets place Scott on paid leave, acting GM pleads not guilty

Mets place Scott on paid leave, acting GM pleads not guilty

Acting general manager Zack Scott has been placed on administrative leave by the New York Mets following his arrest on charges of driving while intoxicated.

Mets acting GM Zack Scott arrested on DUI charge

Mets acting GM Zack Scott arrested on DUI charge

New York Mets acting general manager Zack Scott was arrested on charges of driving while intoxicated, hours after attending a fundraiser at team owner Steve Cohenโ€™s house.

Mets' Bรกez bolts out of doghouse with apology, winning run

Mets' Bรกez bolts out of doghouse with apology, winning run

Javier Bรกez bolted home for the winning run in the ninth inning of New Yorkโ€™s 6-5 win over the Miami Marlins hours after he and Francisco Lindor apologized for taking a dig at booing Mets fans.

Mets respond to Cohen tweet with 12-inning win over Giants

Mets respond to Cohen tweet with 12-inning win over Giants

Kevin Pillar hit a three-run home run in the 12th inning, lifting the New York Mets over the San Francisco Giants 6-2 hours after the teamโ€™s owner called out its hitters for a lack of production.

Wheeler 2-hitter, Harper HR, Phils beat Mets, 8th win in row

Wheeler 2-hitter, Harper HR, Phils beat Mets, 8th win in row

Zack Wheeler pitched a two-hitter and struck out 11, Bryce Harper homered and the first-place Philadelphia Phillies finished off a three-game sweep for their eighth straight victory, 3-0 over the fading New York Mets.

Under presssure, company cancels Tennessee pipeline

Under presssure, company cancels Tennessee pipeline

Environmentalists are claiming victory after a company canceled plans to build an oil pipeline through southwest Tennessee and north Mississippi and over an aquifer that provides drinking water to 1 million people.

Mets fire 2 high-ranking employees after workplace review

Mets fire 2 high-ranking employees after workplace review

The New York Mets have fired two high-ranking employees and will overhaul their legal and human resources departments on the recommendation of independent investigators hired to review the organization following allegations of sexual misconduct against former manager Mickey Callaway.

Buttigieg visits closed Interstate 40 bridge in Tennessee

Buttigieg visits closed Interstate 40 bridge in Tennessee

U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg came to Tennessee to learn how the closure of the Interstate 40 bridge connecting that state and Arkansas has affected freight movement since it was shut down more than three weeks ago when a crack was found in the span.

AP source: T-wolves sale to Lore, A-Rod up for NBA approval

AP source: T-wolves sale to Lore, A-Rod up for NBA approval

Minnesota Timberwolves owner Glen Taylor has reached agreement on his $1.5 billion sale of the club.

Welcome to NY: Lindor slumping, drawing boos from Mets fans

Welcome to NY: Lindor slumping, drawing boos from Mets fans

Francisco Lindor is off to a rough start with the New York Mets after signing a $341 million contract.

Lindor: Easy decision to sign $341M, 10-year deal with Mets

Lindor: Easy decision to sign $341M, 10-year deal with Mets

Francisco Lindor and the New York Mets agreed to a $341 million, 10-year pact on the eve of opening day, terms that could keep the four-time All-Star in Queens for the rest of his career.

AP source: Lindor, Mets agree to $341 million, 10-year deal

AP source: Lindor, Mets agree to $341 million, 10-year deal

The person spoke to The Associated Press on Wednesday night on condition of anonymity because the deal hadn't been announced. Lindor was eligible for free agency after this season and said this spring he wouldn't negotiate with the Mets on a long-term deal after opening day. New York added Lindor knowing he could walk after the 2021 season, but the team said it would try to negotiate a long-term pact. AdLindor's deal will be the largest ever for a shortstop, passing Fernando Tatis Jr.'s $340 million, 14-year contract with San Diego signed in February. Only Mike Trout's $426.5 million, 12-year contract with the Los Angeles Angels and Mookie Betts' $365 million, 12-year deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers are worth more.

Chris Christie joins Mets' board of directors under Cohen

Chris Christie joins Mets' board of directors under Cohen

Christie has joined the board of directors of the New York Mets. His son Andrew has worked for the team since 2018 and is the Mets' coordinator of international scouting. Chris Christie has joined the board of directors of the New York Mets. Jeanne Melino also joined the Mets board under new owner Steve Cohen, and New York said Friday she will be hired by the team as senior vice president of the Amazinโ€™ Mets Foundation. The Mets' board also includes chairman emeritus Fred Wilpon and vice chairman Andrew Cohen, who is not related to Steve.

Opponents suspect environmental racism in pipeline project

Opponents suspect environmental racism in pipeline project

Robinson's land is coveted by Valero Energy and Plains All American Pipeline, and their joint venture, the Byhalia Connection. โ€œItโ€™s just not fair.โ€The Byhalia Connection would link the east-west Diamond Pipeline through the Valero refinery in Memphis to the north-south Capline Pipeline near Byhalia, Mississippi. Opponents suspect environmental racism โ€” the practice of placing toxic factories, landfills and other polluters in minority neighborhoods and indigenous areas, where voiceless residents only realize the danger after people get sick. Byhalia Connection spokeswoman Katie Martin said the comment doesn't reflect the company's views. Byhalia Connection representatives say the pipeline will make refineries along the artery more efficient and poses no threat to the aquifer.

Alderson details Mets' pursuit of Bauer, pleased by results

Alderson details Mets' pursuit of Bauer, pleased by results

This photo from a Zoom press conference shows New York Mets President Sandy Alderson, Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020. Alderson returned as team president Friday when Steve Cohen bought the Mets from the Wilpon and Katz families. Two higher-profile incidents both involved women, including a college student who accused the 30-year-old Bauer of harassing her online. We understood what the risks were associated with some of the social media stuff. Alderson said he never spoke directly with Bauer but talked with the pitcherโ€™s agent about the social media presence and the need for Bauer to take responsibility for it.

Report: Coach, ex-manager Callaway pursued women in media

Report: Coach, ex-manager Callaway pursued women in media

FILE - This 2020 file photo shows Los Angeles Angels pitching coach Mickey Callaway. Callaway, former manager of the New York Mets and current Los Angeles Angels pitching coach, aggressively pursued several women who work in sports media and sent three of them inappropriate photos, The Athletic reported Monday, Feb. 1, 2021. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin, File)NEW YORK โ€“ Los Angeles Angels pitching coach Mickey Callaway, former manager of the New York Mets, โ€œaggressively pursuedโ€ several women who work in sports media and sent three of them inappropriate photos, The Athletic reported Monday night. Callaway sent uninvited and sometimes unanswered messages to the women via email, text or social media and asked one to send nude photos in return, according to the report. Adโ€œI was appalled by the actions reported today of former manager Mickey Callaway,โ€ Alderson said in a statement released by the Mets late Monday night.

Owner of Mets and hedge fund leaves Twitter, citing threats

Owner of Mets and hedge fund leaves Twitter, citing threats

This photo from a Zoom press conference shows New York Mets owner Steve Cohen, Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020. (New York Mets via AP)NEW YORK โ€“ The owner of the New York Mets says he has dropped off Twitter because his family received threats that he attributed to โ€œmisinformation" that was not tied to the baseball team. Hedge funds that shorted GameStop have lost billions as small investors bid up the company's shares. One of the short sellers, Melvin Capital, announced this week that it received a $750 million infusion from Point72. The Mets tied for last place in the National League East division last season.

New Jays OF Springer sees echoes of Astros in Toronto's core

New Jays OF Springer sees echoes of Astros in Toronto's core

Springer and the Blue Jays agreed last week to a team-record $150 million, six-year contract. The Blue Jays swept in two games during a first-round series by the eventual AL champion Rays. Besides Springer, Toronto also has signed right-handers Kirby Yates and Tyler Chatwood in the past week. Shapiro insisted the Blue Jays still have flexibility to add payroll, likely to strengthen the rotation, but said โ€œthe bulk of our heavy lifting is done.โ€Springer split time between center field and right with the Astros, but is expected to become a fixture in center for the Blue Jays. โ€œThis is about the Blue Jays,โ€ Springer said.

Mets fire GM after he sent explicit texts to female reporter

Mets fire GM after he sent explicit texts to female reporter

This screen grab from a Zoom call shows New York Mets general manager Jared Porter Monday, Dec. 14, 2020. Mets general manager Jared Porter sent graphic, uninvited text messages and images to a female reporter in 2016 when he was working for the Chicago Cubs in their front office, ESPN reported Monday night, Jan. 18, 2021. โ€œWe have terminated Jared Porter this morning,โ€ Cohen wrote Tuesday. ESPN said he was the Cubsโ€™ director of professional scouting when he sent the messages to the woman. She said the Cubs employee told her Porter wanted to apologize in person, but she didn't want to see him.

Mets' new GM excited by Cohen's title expectations

Mets' new GM excited by Cohen's title expectations

NEW YORK โ€“ Jared Porter knows his new boss with the Mets is counting on a championship. โ€œHearing comments like that motivates me,โ€ Porter said Monday after being introduced as New Yorkโ€™s general manager. โ€œItโ€™s really important to create a situation where youโ€™re a really hard team to play against. But the Mets still have several holes to fill in the rotation and lineup. โ€œI donโ€™t wear them out.โ€In Queens, Porter will report to the 72-year-old Alderson, a former Mets GM who was brought back by Cohen and has taken over baseball operations.

AP source: Catcher James McCann, Mets near $40M, 4-yr deal

AP source: Catcher James McCann, Mets near $40M, 4-yr deal

Free agent catcher James McCann and the New York Mets were close to completing a $40 million, four-year contract Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020, as the team continues to upgrade its roster under new owner Steve Cohen. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar, File)NEW YORK โ€“ Free agent catcher James McCann and the New York Mets were close to completing a $40 million, four-year contract Saturday as the team continues to upgrade its roster under new owner Steve Cohen. McCann was an All-Star with the White Sox in 2019 when he hit .273 with 18 home runs and 60 RBIs. Last week, the Mets signed free agent reliever Trevor May to a $15.5 million, two-year deal. He was regarded as the second-best catcher on the free agent market behind J.T.

Schwarber, Bradley, Duvall among 59 cut in pandemic fallout

Schwarber, Bradley, Duvall among 59 cut in pandemic fallout

The total cut was one more than the previous high at the tender deadline, ahead of the 2004 season. Schwarber earned $2,596,296 in prorated pay from his $7.01 million salary last season but hit .188 with 11 homers in 59 games, down from 38 homers, 92 RBIs and a .250 batting average in 155 games in 2019. Schwarber returned from a serious knee injury and hit .412 with two RBIs in the 2016 World Series as the Cubs won their first championship since 1908. Fifty-nine players agreed to one-year contracts ahead of the deadline, many of them facing a threat of being cut. Minnesota reached deals with five players, including pitcher Josรฉ Berrรญos ($500,000 signing bonus plus $5.6 million salary) and center fielder Byron Buxton ($5,125,000).

Mets 2B Canรณ suspended 162 games by MLB after drug test

Mets 2B Canรณ suspended 162 games by MLB after drug test

(AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)NEW YORK โ€“ Mets second baseman Robinson Canรณ was suspended for 162 games by Major League Baseball on Wednesday after he tested positive for a performance-enhancing drug for the second time in his decorated career. The 38-year-old Canรณ will miss the entire 2021 season and lose $24 million in salary. Minus Canรณ, New York could move good-hitting Jeff McNeil into a regular spot at second base. The Mets fully support MLBโ€™s efforts toward eliminating performance-enhancing substances from the game.โ€There was no immediate comment from Canรณ or the playersโ€™ union. He played 49 games this year in a season shortened from the usual 162 to 60 because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Mets GM Van Wagenen, others out as Cohen takes over team

Mets GM Van Wagenen, others out as Cohen takes over team

Special assistant to the general manager Omar Minaya, assistant general managers Allard Baird and Adam Guttridge and executive director of player development Jared Banner also departed. He hired former Mets general manager Sandy Alderson as team president in his first move and ended Jeff Wilpon's tenure as chief operating officer. and Van Wagenen fired manager Mickey Callaway and replaced him with Carlos Beltrรกn. It is a record price for a baseball team, topping the $2 billion sale of the Los Angeles Dodgers from Frank McCourt to Guggenheim Baseball Management in 2012. โ€œI hope that your energy, competitiveness and resources will be welcomed by Major League Baseball,โ€ Van Wagenen said.

Sale of Mets to Steve Cohen approved; Wilpon era nears end

Sale of Mets to Steve Cohen approved; Wilpon era nears end

FILE - In this Dec. 10, 2009 file photo, billionaire hedge fund manager Steve Cohen attends a benefit in New York. Major League Baseball owners voted Friday, Oct. 30, 2020, to approve the sale of the New York Mets to Cohen. The Mets sale is likely to close within 10 days. โ€œI am humbled that MLBโ€™s owners have approved me to be the next owner of the New York Mets,โ€ Cohen said in a statement. Cohen made his announcement as New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio said the city does not object to the sale.

LEADING OFF: Blue Jays-Yanks, Padres go for 9th straight

LEADING OFF: Blue Jays-Yanks, Padres go for 9th straight

San Diego Padres' Jurickson Profar, right, reacts after scoring on a fielder's choice in the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Monday, Sept. 14, 2020, in San Diego. Prized rookie Deivi Garcรญa (1-1, 3.06 ERA) pitches for the Yankees, who have won five straight following a 5-16 slide. New York expects to get third baseman Gio Urshela and right-hander Jonathan Loaisiga back from the injured list. WILD WESTThe surging San Diego Padres go for their ninth straight victory and try to close within a half-game of the West-leading Dodgers when the NL's top two teams square off again at Petco Park. Lamb homered and doubled in his Athletics debut Monday, a 9-0 victory at Seattle that gave his new team a doubleheader split.

LEADING OFF: Blue Jays-Yanks, Darvish faces skidding Indians

LEADING OFF: Blue Jays-Yanks, Darvish faces skidding Indians

Prized rookie Deivi Garcรญa (1-1, 3.06 ERA) pitches for the Yankees, who have won five straight following a 5-16 slide. New York expects to get third baseman Gio Urshela and right-hander Jonathan Loaisiga back from the injured list. Sportico reported Cohen will own 95% of the team, with the rest staying with the Wilpon and Katz families. Former major league star Alex Rodriguez and fiancee Jennifer Lopez also tried to buy the team but dropped out of the bidding last month. Cohen also entered negotiations to buy the Mets last year, but the deal fell apart in February.

Billionaire hedge fund manager Cohen agrees to buy Mets

Billionaire hedge fund manager Cohen agrees to buy Mets

FILE - In this Sept. 9, 2020, file photo, Citi Field is viewed at dusk before a baseball game between the New York Mets and the Baltimore Orioles in New York. Billionaire hedge fund manager Steve Cohen has agreed to purchase the Mets from the Wilpon family. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens, File)NEW YORK โ€“ Billionaire hedge fund manager Steve Cohen has agreed to buy the New York Mets from the Wilpon and Katz families. Cohen also entered negotiations to buy the Mets last year, but the deal fell apart in February. The limited partnership shares were sold after a proposed $200 million sale of a stake of the Mets to hedge fund manager David Einhorn fell through in 2011.

A-Rod/J-Lo out of Mets' bidding amid report Cohen set to buy

A-Rod/J-Lo out of Mets' bidding amid report Cohen set to buy

FILE - In this Dec. 13, 2019, file photo, Jennifer Lopez, left, and Alex Rodriguez sit courtside during an NBA basketball game between the Miami Heat and the Los Angeles Lakers in Miami. Rodriguez and Lopez have retained J.P. Morgan to represent them in raising capital for a possible bid for the New York Mets. The move was first reported by Variety and confirmed to The Associated Press by a person familiar with the decision who spoke on condition of anonymity because it was not announced. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky, File)

A-Rod/J-Lo out of Mets' bidding amid report Cohen set to buy

A-Rod/J-Lo out of Mets' bidding amid report Cohen set to buy

Rodriguez and Lopez have retained J.P. Morgan to represent them in raising capital for a possible bid for the New York Mets. Rodriguez announced Friday night that despite a fully funded offer at a record price, their group was pulling its offer. CNBC reported Friday night that Cohen had entered final negotiations and was expected to finalize a deal with the team in the coming days. Cohen also entered negotiations to purchase the Mets last year, but the deal fell apart in February. Rodriguez and Lopez emerged as potential buyers after Cohen's first negotiations fell apart.

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