The New York Mets signed shortstop Jose Reyes to a minor league contract on Saturday, creating a reunion with the team’s former star who now must overcome a suspension for domestic violence as he attempts to revive his career. If Reyes is added to the Mets’ 40-man roster, NY would be responsible for just a prorated share of the $507,500 minimum, which would be offset against what the Rockies owe.
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Davis was 3-for-14 in eight games and said he was not surprised to be designated while also adding he would consider joining Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes Barre if he clears waivers.
“I think we fully understand there will be differences of opinion about this”.
As part of the Mets organization, Reyes will undergo domestic violence counseling, Alderson said.
The Rockies are still on the hook for more than $39 million remaining on Reyes’ contract minus the prorated league minimum of $507,500 for which the Mets are responsible. “It was a bad mistake”.
“He served his suspension. Nobody knows what goes on in somebody’s private life and if she can forgive him the fans should be able to forgive him”, said 30-year-old Nicole Giambarrese of Staten Island. “I appreciate the Mets organization for believing in me and providing the opportunity to come back home to NY”.
Alderson said during a conference call he believes Reyes deserves a second chance, though he acknowledged he expects some fans will not agree with the decision. He struck out, grounded softly to third and reached on a fielder’s choice when his high popup was misplayed by Renegades third baseman Jim Haley.
In the field, Reyes caught two popups, one in foul ground, and ended the sixth by cleanly snagging a routine grounder. He had never played anywhere besides the middle infield during his professional career. Third baseman David Wright could miss the remainder of the season following surgery to fix a herniated disk in his neck. I came away feeling that he had taken responsibility for this mistake on his part, that he was remorseful. “I was a happy kid who loved to play the game and who loved to enjoy the game and helping my ballclub to win”.
“It doesn’t matter what position I play here because I’m going to feel comfortable, I’m going to feel happy”, Reyes said.
Reyes sported his familiar No. 7 and a blue-and-orange Mets helmet in lieu of the double-flap model typically worn in the minors.
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Some of the team’s fans have objected to the signing based on details of that incident, which reportedly involved Reyes grabbing his wife by the throat.
