Bench: Mets look at Alex Cora for Utility Man
The Mets are pursuing free-agent Alex Cora to be their utility infielder, reports WEEI radio in Boston.
In 75 games for the Red Sox in 2008, the 33–year-old Cora hit .270 with a .371 OBP, while playing second base and shortstop.
In his 11–year career, he has played short, second, left field, third base and first base.
He is hitting .245 through 2,800 career at-bats.
…i actually don’t know much about cora…however, it’s pretty clear that Damion Easley is not coming back…and the Mets need some one to fill this role…i was hoping for Nick Punto, but he re-signed with the Twins yesterday…
…i know people will look at cora’s age, but you will he hard pressed to find a young utility infielder…i mean, any one young is probably still trying to be a starter…also, i believe it is wise to have a veteran in this bench, utility role, because of the steady-hand and experience he can provide…
…if they sign cora, fine…if not, i won’t lose sleep over it…these are the sort of acquisitions that do not come in to perspective until the season is under way…
