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Pedro has publically expressed interest that he wants to return to the Mets.  With the signing of Tim Redding, and the pursuit of Lowe/Perez, there are questions as to where Pedro actually fits in the Mets future plans.  Assuming the Mets can’t get Lowe or Perez, Pedro could fill the back end of the rotation, but I suppose Pedro’s future with the Mets will depends on what happens with the Boras clients.  Pedro’s agent has plans to meet with the Mets next week.

The Mets were among several teams who watch former closer Chad Cordero throw during a pitching session this past week.  Other teams included the Tigers, Nationals, Brewers, DiamondBacks, and Rangers.   Cordero is only 26 and is the former Nationals closer, before injuring his shoulder this past year.  The 26 year old (27 when the season starts) has never had an ERA over 3.36 at the MLB level.  He was a dominant closer for Washington, and would be a welcome addition to the Mets bullpen.  Potentially, if healthy, Corder could be the 7th inning man, giving the Mets a solid option in the final 3 innings of a game with Cordero, Putz and K Rod.  On days that either Putz or K Rod need a day off, Cordero could slid up to the 8th inning (either Putz or K Rod would close the game).  It would also diminish Duaner Sanchez’s role in the bullpen, who was, let’s face it, often ineffective last season.  Depending on what the money and terms are, this could be a solid final addition to the Mets bullpen.

What I like about Cordero, is he can pitch to both RHB and LHB.  His career avg. against LHB is .217 and his numbers against RHB is .226.  Go for it Omar… if he is healthy, sign him!