Dean Koutouratsas

Dean Koutouratsas

As a sophomore journalism student at St. John’s University in Queens, New York, Dean Koutouratsas is an aspiring sports journalist with practical experience covering the MLB. He has previously published his work under Athlon Sports, Glitter Magazine and his university’s student run newspaper where he covered his favorite MLB team the New York Mets on multiple occasions.

Dean resides in New York and enjoys attending Mets games during the summer. He can be contacted via X or Linkdien.

Dean's Articles

Framber Valdez met with the New York Mets, among other teams, this offseason, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post.
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Should the Mets Sign Framber Valdez

Framber Valdez met with the New York Mets, among other teams, this offseason, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. There’s no doubt that the Mets have had interest in signing a veteran starting pitcher due to how weak their starting rotation is. But other reports have noted that the team is “reluctant […]

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Jeff McNeil
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Mets Trade Jeff McNeil to Athletics

The New York Mets have traded veteran infielder Jeff McNeil to the Athletics for pitching prospect Yordan Rodriguez. The Mets will also send $5.75 million to the Athletics to cover McNeil’s $15.75 million salary. Jeff Passan of ESPN was first to report this development Monday afternoon. McNeil, 33, is in the final year of a […]

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Luis Robert Jr. is a potential trade target for the New York Mets, who are looking to fill a gap in their outfield.
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Potential Mets Trade Packages for Luis Robert Jr

After moving on from Brandon Nimmo this offseason, the New York Mets have a gap to fill in the outfield. A recent report suggests that they are looking to trade for Luis Robert Jr. of the Chicago White Sox. If a deal is made for the veteran outfielder, it would likely involve younger talent that […]

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Luke Weaver
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Luke Weaver Agrees to Two-Year Deal with Mets

The New York Mets and free agent reliever Luke Weaver agreed to terms on a two-year, $22 million contract Wednesday afternoon. The club has yet to confirm the deal, pending a physical examination. Joel Sherman of The New York Post first reported this development. During his stint in the Bronx, Weaver became an established reliever, […]

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Kodai Senga
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Should the Mets Trade Kodai Senga

As the offseason continues, the New York Mets face the question of whether it is worth trading Kodai Senga. The right-hander showed potential to become the Mets’ ace during his first season. However, following a disappointing past two campaigns, reports have suggested that the team has been listening to trade offers for Senga. That can […]

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Adolis Garcia
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Phillies, Adolis Garcia Agree to One-Year Deal

The Philadelphia Phillies and free agent outfielder Adolis Garcia have agreed to a one-year, $10 million contract. The club has not yet confirmed the signing. Francys Romero of BeisbolFR.com first reported this development. The move comes nearly a week after the Phillies re-signed slugger Kyle Schwarber to a five-year, $150 million contract. Adolis Garcia, 32, […]

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Pete Alonso
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Orioles Welcome Pete Alonso

The Baltimore Orioles gave a warm welcome to their new first baseman Pete Alonso on Friday during an introductory press conference at Camden Yards. Alonso, the five-time All-Star, signed with the Orioles on a five-year, $155 million deal Wednesday. “Pete Alonso has been one of the elite sluggers in all of Major League Baseball since […]

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Marcus Semien is Excited About Joining Mets

Veteran infielder Marcus Semien is excited about playing for the New York Mets in 2026. The 35-year-old was sent to Queens from the Texas Rangers in a trade for outfielder Brandon Nimmo on Sunday. Semien spoke with the media on Tuesday over a video call to discuss what he can do for the Mets. “I know […]

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