Howie Rose Retires, Mets Shuffle Roster

0:00It's March 20th for the New York Mets. Let's get into it. Legendary Mets broadcast her Howie Rose shared big news this week. He plans to retire after calling games through the 2026 season, wrapping up decades of memorable work behind the mic. Mets fans got a glimpse of the future in the Spring Breakout game, where pitching prospects Jack Winninger and Jonathan Santucci stood out in a close. Two to nothing lost to the race prospects. Meanwhile, catcher Francisco Alvarez sat out early from Big Lee Camp with back tightness, and the team option infielder Ronnie Mauricio, too. Triple A Syracuse, along with a few pitchers, reactions poured in after Rose's announcement with plenty of tributes highlighting his passion and iconic calls over the years. The move leaves big shoes to fill for the Mets broadcast booth as the team eyes its future. roster tweaks continue in camp, with Boba's shed shifting back to shortstop today since the bench lacks a natural option there. Craig Campbell stayed put after his contract opt-out window closed,

1:01as they finalized the opening day lineup. Elsewhere, Jerkson Profar faces a full 162 game suspension for a second positive PED test and Venezuela through a huge parade celebrating. Their World Baseball Classic title. Changes could be coming to the WBC schedule, too. Possibly shifting it mid-season like top soccer leagues.