Melky Cabrera is in The Best Shape of His Life

By Craig CalcaterraFeb 20, 2014, 11:45 AM EST

This shouldn’t cause anyone to snark in Melky’s direction. Nope:

More on Melky. Says he hasn’t lost a lot of weight but turned what he had into muscle. Says he’s in best shape of his life. #BlueJays

— Barry Davis (@SNBarryDavis) February 20, 2014

His past good seasons corresponded with better conditioning. How much of that better conditioning came with the aid of PEDs is an open question, of course. Thing that stinks for Melky is, even if he is clean now, no one will ever give him the benefit of the doubt on it.

Mets claim Sam Coonrod off waivers from Phillies

Associated PressFeb 7, 2023, 8:57 AM EST

Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

NEW YORK — The active New York Mets added another newcomer to their bullpen mix when they claimed reliever Sam Coonrod off waivers from the NL East rival Philadelphia Phillies.

Coonrod had a 7.82 ERA in 12 appearances covering 12 2/3 innings last year for the National League champions. The right-hander is 7-5 with a 5.27 ERA and five saves in 105 games over four major league seasons with San Francisco and Philadelphia. He has struck out 95 and walked 44 in 97 1/3 innings.

The 30-year-old Coonrod was designated for assignment by the Phillies last week when they signed free agent infielder Josh Harrison.

To make room on the 40-man roster, outfielder Khalil Lee was designated for assignment by the Mets.