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Two Cubans

Benjamin Grimm Aug 23 2014 03:18 PM

Sources: Mets to work out 2 Cubans LOS ANGELES — Rusney Castillo never was considered seriously by the Mets, but the team has at least two other Cuban defectors on its radar. As The Post reported Friday before the Mets’ 6-2 loss to the Dodgers, the Mets plan to work out Roberto Carlos, a 28-year-old shortstop. But according to a source, the workout at the team’s facility in the Dominican Republic on Wednesday will also include Pavel Quesada, a 25-year-old third baseman. Quesada, who has received interest from the Orioles and Rangers, among others, is a solid power threat according to a source who has seen him play, and could be a consideration for first base and outfield if he lands with the Mets. Carlos, a switch hitter, departed the U.S. last year after a stint playing independent baseball and settled in the Dominican Republic, hoping to gain more exposure. A source said Carlos previously “slipped through the baseball cracks” because he didn’t have representation after defecting from Cuba in 2012. Quesada is living in the Dominican Republic on visa and applying for residency.

Ashie62 Aug 23 2014 08:40 PM Re: Two Cubans

Castillo signed for 71 Million..

Lefty Specialist Aug 24 2014 02:08 PM Re: Two Cubans

Fred probably wants those two to roll cigars for him.