The Mets, Jeurys Familia, en route to Illinois following a shoulder injury

Wilson Ramos does not behave like the elite catcher, free agent, who sought a long – term deal last winter. It's perhaps why, after spending several weeks looking for a four-year contract, Ramos has settled for two years and $ 19 million of Mets.

The acquisition of Ramos was interpreted as a third choice for Van Wagenen. If you remember, he would have chased the Marlins for J.T. Realmuto, who was eventually traded to the Phillies. And according Yasmani GrandalBefore signing his current contract with the Brewers, he rejected a $ 60 million four-year offer from the Mets.

Between Realmuto going to Philadelphia and Grandal to the Brewers, Van Wagenen signed Ramos, saying the Mets were still his first choice.

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