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Sandy Alderson: Mets 'not that far off' from being competitive

Mets GM Sandy Alderson speaks with reporters. (Oct.

Photo credit: Christopher Pasatieri

Mets general manager Sandy Alderson fielded some questions on Monday afternoon during a sit-down with reporters. With the offseason winding down, and spring training set to begin in a week, Alderson covered a wide range of topics. But he emphasized one critical point.

When it comes to the Mets becoming competitive again, Alderson said: "It's not that far off."

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