New York Mets Final 2015 Regular Season Grades
Catching
Travis d’Arnaud: d’Arnaud got off to a sizzling start before being sidelined to the DL after getting hit by a pitch. He returned in June but quickly went back to the DL that month. He came back in August and had a red hot August with the bat before cooling off in September. Overall d’Arnaud has progressed and showed a lot of development not only offensively but defensively behind the plate as well.
Grade: B
Kevin Plawecki: In his rookie season Plawecki showed some blurts, but it has been a learning process. He may have potential as a hitter but Kevin didn’t show much offensively, hitting only .219 to finish. He has however proven that he’s a good game caller behind the plate and works well with the pitcher. Still could improve on his throws.
Grade: C-
Anthony Recker: The longtime Mets backup, Recker was just what he always was. Capable of filling in when d’Arnaud or Plawecki when needing a break. Occasionally, he showed some pop, but doesn’t hit much for average.
Grade: D
Johnny Monell: Was in and out of the majors and the minors. Played sparingly but wasn’t much productive.
Grade: Incomplete
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