The Sailing Ship

I'll try to do my best and not completely slam the Mets for once. People who know me know that I have always been fairly critical of the Mets as an organization, so I will do my best to be diplomatic. Here it goes...I am a perfectionist by nature, so it is only fitting that I would come to expect the same from my team. For years I have hoped and prayed, and prayed, and prayed a little more that this organization would somehow transform into the Yankees of Queens. I understand how bad that sounds to a Mets fan on the surface, but there is far...

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Minor League Profile: Corey Vaughn

The Mets used their fourth round selection on the 6'3" 225 lbs 21 year old right hand hitting OF from San Diego State. In 34 games at Brooklyn this year Corey Vaughn has been solid, to put it lightly. He's posted the following numbers...Granted he is only in the low minors right now but keep an eye on this guy because he could very well be rising through the system very soon if he keeps it ...

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Scapegoat?

In a bit of light humor, though not so light as to not have a modicum of truth involved, I find myself wondering who the scapegoat will be this year. We all know last year there were a few different incidents or causes to the Mets failed year. The most pronounced of those being the rash of injuries and failure by the medical staff and trainers to keep a healthy and whole baseball team on the diamond. Although there was also that "incident" involving Tony Bernazard and his special brand of motivation. The year before we saw Willie Randolph get ushered...

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Wright's Different Approach

During today's game Ron Darling and Gary Cohen both finally commented on something I've been noticing about David Wright's plate appearances. If you didn't catch the game or didn't notice yourself David has been standing a significant distance away from the plate than he usually does. I'm fairly sure that he changed the approach in the games in Arizona but it wasn't as pronounced due to the camera angle SNY was using. I bring the point up now because it seems like the change is affecting his perception of the strike zone. It makes you wonder why...

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The Reyes Situation

Jose Reyes, the catalyst of this team, has been hampered by the "side" injury since the series in Puerto Rico(as if you already didn't know). Since then the team has floundered and lost ground in the NL East race, now 5 games back. The problem with this whole situation doesn't stem back to Reyes himself but management and team physicians. Ask yourself this...How can a visibly hurt player be allowed to play after being injured? If you answered, "He shouldn't play" or anything of the like than you speak with common sense. Something the Mets apparently...

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Will It Continue?

The Mets lost the second game in a row via the shutout. Put sinply they just don't look like major leaguers right now. The only players pulling their weight lately are the pitching staff. Yet even with some of the outstanding performances by Niese and Dickey the offense can't muster enough support to get these guys a W. It's a trend that needs to change. Is it time to start pointing fingers yet? I have heard plenty of fans say that Hojo and other coaches are not pulling their weight but I disagree to some extent. It takes a team to win and a team...

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He's Baaaaaaack

Carlos Beltran is back on the active roster for the first time since last year. He comes back at a crucial time for the Mets as they're fighting to overtake the Braves who are four games ahead of them in the east. It'll be interesting to see if the lineup gets a major overha...

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Smoother Sailing?

In an article from Elias it's noted that the Mets have one of the easiest remaining schedules in the second half. The combined winning percentage of teams they face comes to .482. Hopefully they can capitalize and wipe the floor with all the scrubs.-Elias Sports Bur...

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A Word From Elias

David Wright is the only player to record a hit in each of the last five All-Star Games (2006-2010). Wright's five-game hitting streak in All-Star competition is the longest for any major-leaguer since Wade Boggs (1988-1992) and the longest for a National Leaguer since Steve Garvey (1974-197...

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NL Takes The Midsummer Classic

For the first time dating back to 1996 the National League won the All-Star game tonight. The story of the game has been the pitching dominance shown from both sides. However, the NL definitely outshined the AL in that department. I'll tell you I'd be a little intimidated by that rotation and bullpen. Anyway, it's about time a National League team gets home field advantage during the world series. Now it's time to focus on second half baseball and the path to the fini...

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Starting Lineup 7/11/10

As if it needs to be said, today's game is crucial. The Mets send Johan Santana(6-5 3.11 ERA) to the mound to fight the Braves and Derek Lowe(9-7 4.40 ERA).1. Angel Pagan CF2. Alex Cora 2B3. David Wright 3B4. Ike Davis 1B5. Jeff Francoeur RF6. Chris Carter LF7. Rod Barajas C8. Ruben Tejada SS9. Johan Santana PKey points to this game: The Mets need to stay patient with Lowe and run the count deep in order to maximize his pitch count but also stay away from hitting into easy groundball outs. Also, Jason Bay got the day off today which is probably...

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Starting Lineup 7/9/10

The Mets start a crucial series with the first place Braves at 7:10 PM in Citi Field. They'll send nasty knuckler R.A. "Trickey" Dickey (6-1, 2.62 ERA) to face highly touted Tommy Hansen (8-5, 4.19 ERA). Should be an interesting matchup. The lineup:1. Angel Pagan CF2. Jose Reyes SS3. David Wright 3B4. Ike Davis 1B5. Jason Bay LF6. Josh Thole C7. Jeff Franceour RF8. Ruben Tejada 2B9. R.A. Dickey PCurious to see if Jose Reyes will still be batting from the right side against the righty. He was supposedly set to see a doctor on the off day yesterday...

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Big Series, Bigger Theory

The series against the Braves tonight represents a huge opportunity for the Mets to gain ground on the NL East leaders. However, this series could determine how aggressive the Mets brass pursues trade options. I could see Omar scramble if the Mets lose the series. If it does happen he could up any offers on the table or even explore options he may not normally explore(i.e. The Oswalt possibility). So as if everyone wasn't already focused on the three game series, they certainly would be if we make...

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The Lilly/Lee Argument

So for the past few days the reports about trade activity have jumped around more than a kid on a pogo stick. One day it's, "The Mets are just as likely a destination for Lee than any other team involved." Then there's a 180. Now that the Yankees are neck deep in negotiations, or so it appears for this minute, the Mets are rumored to be focusing in on Ted Lilly. There's only one thing I have to say about that....Good. As I've stated before the cost for renting Lee would put another dent in the minor...

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Down On The Farm - 7/8/10

First stop, Buffalo, where the Bisons dropped one to the AAA Yanks, 10-7.Justin Turner, Luis Hernandez and Jorge Padilla each went 3-5 with two runs scored. Turner and Padilla each added an RBI, Turner's coming on a solo homer.Mike Jacobs was 1-3 with two walks and a two run shot, his fifth homer in five days.Fernando Martinez and Lucas Duda each went 1-5, with Martinez picking up an RBI.Brian Bruney had a tough debut, giving up two hits, a walk and one earned with one K.Next stop is Altoona, where Bighamton won again, 4-3.Kirk Nieuwenhius continued...

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Suggested Reading

Over at my favorite publication for baseball, The Star-Ledger, Anthony McCullough does yet another fantastic job. This time he profiles Josh Thole and his relationship with R.A. Dickey, as well as his increased focus on defensive skills in the offseason. Yet concerns existed about his defense. Until 2008, his fourth season in the Mets' system, he had also split time at first base. After his first full year as a catcher, Thole spent last winter in the northeast Texas city of McKinney, the home of Mets’ catching coordinator Bob Natale. Thole booked...

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Notable Mets History

On this date in 1969, Tom Seaver had a perfect game going for the Mets with one out in the ninth inning. That is, until Jimmy Qualls stepped to the plate for the Cubs and ripped a line drive single to left field. That was perhaps the beginning of what most Mets fans feel is a "curse" against the Mets to never throw a no hitter or perfect game. I personally would like to believe that curses don't exist, but when they've come close so many times only to be denied, it's hard believe there's not something working against th...

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Yankees On Brink Of Lee Trade

According to this article from Joel Sherman of the New York Post, the Yankees are on the verge of acquiring Cliff Lee from the Mariners. Really? I mean, really? The only thing worse than hearing about LeBron all of last night against my will is to wake up and find out the Yankees are about to acquire Cliff Lee. Fantastic.UPDATE 9:02 - According to Buster Olney at espn.com, a "source" says there's no deal in place yet with the Yankees and there's still time for another team to step in and make a "more aggressive offe...

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Reyes Will NOT Visit Doctor After All

Despite what Jose Reyes stated last night, apparently he did not and will not see a doctor today in regards to his oblique injury. Instead the Mets will have him swing from the left side of the plate before tomorrow's game and reevaluate him at that time. My guess is that Reyes must have felt considerably better this morning, hence the cancellation. We'll keep you posted, as alwa...

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Mets Net Two From Venezuela

Nick Collias of mlbtraderumors.com brings us news of the Mets' signing of two Venezuelan prospects, their first signings of the 2010 international FA period. The prospects, Vicente Lupo and Leon Jackson Canelon, will head to the Mets' academy in the Dominican Republic. Mets' scout Hector Rincones insisted that the Mets liked Lupo due to his unbelievable strength, while they liked Canelon because of his soft hands and spe...

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More Cliff Lee

jonmorosi Spoke with a scout who likes #Mets AAA OF Lucas Duda. Might be one of #NY's best trade chips. 24 yrs old, 14 HR this year. #MLBjonmorosi I'm hearing Lee mentioned with the #Mets less and less frequently. #Mariners want a ML-ready power bat, and #Mets not trading Ike - Jon Morosi via TwitterSeems like two contradicting tweets to me. One indicates Mets have less and less of a chance due to M's need of power bat. Other tweet indicates Lucas Duda might be that player. Not sure what to believe anymo...

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Mets Briefs

For some quick details on various injured Mets, head on over to MLB.com, where Anthony DiComo brings us updates on Castillo, Beltran, Perez, and Reyes. Apparently Luis Castillo will be starting his rehab assignment sometime this weekend. Ollie will be heading up to Buffalo to finish the last leg of his rehab assignment and Carlos Beltran continues to impress with his rehab in St. Lucie. All great news except for Ollie. I kid, I kid. I'm actually in the minority in believing that Perez should head to the rotation upon his return. Takahashi...

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Down On The Farm - 7/7/10

Last night was one of many positive for the Mets' minor league teams as they picked up the win in all three games that finished. The reason I say finished is because St. Lucie's game was suspended in the fifth inning due to rain. First stop is Syracuse, where the Bisons won 6-2.Jorge Padilla was 1-4 with a walk and a run scored.Mike Jacobs was 2-5 with two homers and three RBIs.Fernando Martinez was 1-3 with two walks.Lucas Duda continued his tear, going 2-4 with yet another homer, a solo shot. He now has 7HR, 17 RBI, a 1.059 SLUG and unbelievable...

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Reyes Visits Doctor Today

According to a report by the Daily News Jose Reyes will be visiting with a doctor today to see why he is still feeling discomfort with this latest injury. Hopefully it is nothing too serious but even if it isn't they should still keep him on the bench until he is back to being able to play at his typical lev...

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Notable Mets History

Today is a big day in Mets history. On this day in 2000, the infamous Roger Clemens/Mike Piazza beaning incident took place. Mike Piazza was rushed to the hospital after getting hit in the head with a Clemens pitch that most people feel was intentional. On that same day, the Yankees swept the first two park doubleheader since 1903 by beating the Mets 4-2 in both games. Also, Dwight Gooden got his first win in Shea (this time as a Yankee) since 19...

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More On Cliff Lee

This morning brings us a few tidbits of Cliff Lee news. We'll start off with John Harper of the New York Daily News, who pens a great article about Josh Thole's stock throughout baseball and the possibility of him being in a Lee deal. Of particular note:"He's one of those kids who can flat hit," was the way an NL scout at Wednesday night's game put it. "You don't see anybody choke up on the bat anymore, and that tells me he's got great confidence in who he is as a hitter. I don't doubt that he'll hit .300 in the big leagues, and even if he doesn't...

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Patience Patience

In an attempt to simplify things a bit we have been making changes to various things on the blog...Including the url. We are in the process of forwarding all the information over to metssmallball.com. However, until those changes go into effect the blog will only be visible if you enter the address www.metssmallball.com, don't forget those W's. If for some reason you can not connect during the transfer please use the original address allocated by blogger, mets-smallball.blogspot.com. Thank you, we appreciate your understandi...

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Post Game 7/7/10 Reds 3 - Mets 1

For the second straight night, the Mets got the scoring started with a home run. After Jose Reyes lined out weakly to Arroyo to start the bottom half of the first, Pagan laced into one, driving the ball into the bullpen in right center to make it 1-0.The Reds evened it up in the top of third in the same fashion. After Niese cruised through the first two batters, he left a changeup over the middle of the plate to Brandon Phillips, who crushed the ball into the left field stands to make it 1-1. In the seventh, the Reds extended their lead. After...

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Beltran Update

A quick Carlos Beltran update for you. Carlos started in CF tonight for St. Lucie. That's his third straight night starting in CF. My hunch is that if Beltran feels good tomorrow, you'll see him with the big club for the start of the Braves series on Friday night. I just hope he starts one of the games in the series as opposed to coming off the bench the whole time. Stay tuned for more in...

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Starting Lineup 7/7/10

The Mets will look to take two of three from the Reds tonight by sending out Jon Niese (6-2, 3.62 ERA) to take down Bronson Arroyo (8-4, 4.25 ERA). Niese has won five straight decisions since returning from the DL the first week of June. Bronson Arroyo has been pretty hot himself the last 10 starts, posting a 6-2 record in that span. The lineup:1. Jose Reyes SS2. Angel Pagan CF3. David Wright 3B4. Ike Davis 1B5. Jason Bay LF6. Josh Thole C7. Jesus Feliciano RF8. Alex Cora 2B9. Jon Niese PIt'll be interesting to see if Jose Reyes bats left handed...

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Hmmm.....I Didn't Know That

That's right, it's Wednesday once again and time for your little known Mets fact. Today's fact will be about a former Mets player, Billy Wagner, who achieved one of the most rare and bizarre feats of Mets history. I chose not to put this one in the "Notable Mets History" column today because I thought it fit better here.Did you know that on 7/7/07, Billy Wagner picked up his 17th save in the 17th inning and did it while throwing 17 pitches? If he didn't do it, he definitely should have played 7-17-27-37-47 in the pick 5 lottery that night....

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Cliff Lee All Day Everyday

For an update on Cliff Lee and his chances of being a Met this season, head over here to Joel Sherman's blog for the NYPost. Coincidentally, I've never been a fan of Sherman's work in the past, as I have mentioned on this blog before. However, the work he's done this year has completely changed that opinion. He's started to shift away from the "opinion" heavy pieces that's he done in the past and gone to a more "reporter" feel. It's worked out wonderfully. When he reports the story, as opposed to how he feels about it, he does a tremendous...

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Notable Mets History

On this day in 1964 the Mets played the first and only All-Star game at Shea Stadium. The National League won the game 7-4 on a comeback win in the ninth capped by a three run homer by Johnny Callison. The Mets' 2B Ron Hunt became the first Mets player to be start an All-Star game. It was very fitting considering the game was played at Sh...

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Down On The Farm - 7/6/10

We bring you back our daily farm report today, only with a little bit of a different format. Instead of detailed recaps, we'll bring you just final scores and the lines of notable Mets prospects. In Buffalo, the Bisons dropped a tough one to Syracuse, 5-4. The notables:Fernando Martinez went 0-3 with a walk and a run scored.Lucas Dude went 3-4 with a two RBI double and a run scored. Manuel Alvarez went two innings in relief and gave up a hit, walk and struck out one. In Altoona, the Binghamton Mets won 11-6.Kirk Nieuwenhuis went 4-4 with three...

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Post Game 7/6/10 Mets 3 - Reds 0

The Mets got the scoring started in a way no one would have expected. After Tejada singled up the middle with one out in the bottom of the third, Santana tried to bunt him over. However, for some weird reason Tejada decided to steal on the play and was thrown out easily. What did Santana do? Oh, he just homered on the 12th pitch of his marathon at bat, a line drive off the right field foul pole. The homer was Santana's first of his career. 1-0 Mets. After beginning to wonder if the Mets would ever give Santana any run support, they quieted...

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Cliff Lee Talks Not Progressing

According to this report from rotoworld.com quoting a tweet from John Paul Morosi, the Mets' talks with the Mariners regarding Cliff Lee are not making much progress. It's interesting to me that that within 24 hours, reports have surfaced that the Twins have offered Hicks and Ramos, but also that the Mets' talks aren't going very far. To me, this seems like an awful lot of posturing. While I don't believe that this is being done with the hopes that Omar will read the reports and up his offer, I do believe it's a bait to bait to bring other teams...

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Starting Lineup - 7/6/10

The Mets look to bounce back from a tough loss to the Reds last night. They'll send out Johan Santana (5-5, 3.41 ERA) to face a yet to be announced starter for the Reds. Harang was due to start yesterday, but was bumped to today with back pain. However, the Reds have yet to give a definitive answer on his start. The lineup for the 7:10 PM start:1. Jose Reyes SS2. Angel Pagan CF3. David Wright 3B4. Ike Davis 1B5. Jason Bay LF6. Jeff Franceour RF7. Rod Barajas C8. Ruben Tejada 2B9. Johan Santana PSantana will look to build upon his last start,...

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Beltran Off The Bench

Apparently, Jerry Manuel and quite possibly even Omar Minaya are starting to act as irrational as most Mets fans are after last night's loss. Jerry had this to say to reporters last night about the possibility of Beltran being activated for the Atlanta series on Friday:"If there are no setbacks, I would expect that discussion to take place later in the week," the manager said. "It's not just having that bat on the bench against the Braves, it's the threat of having that bat come off the bench." - via NYPostThis, to me, is a completely irrational...

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Cliff Lee Update

In the earliest hours of this morning, MLB.com's Mike McCall brings us an update (via Jeff Fletcher's twitter) of the Cliff Lee trade saga. The most noteworthy commentary:AOL Fanhouse's Jeff Fletcher reported Monday that the Twins have offered prospects Aaron Hicks and Wilson Ramos for Cliff Lee, who has a 2.34 ERA and boasts a strikeout-to-walk-ratio of almost 15-to-1. - MLB.comThis is certainly an intriguing package from the Twins, if it's true. The Mets certainly have more than one package they can offer that would exceed that one. However,...

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Notable Mets History

After a few days off (except that I worked like mad at my regular job), I bring you some notable Mets history. On this day in 2004, Richard Hidalgo set a franchise record by hitting a home run in his fifth straight game. That record still stands. I remember that home run streak like it was yesterday. They had just traded for Hildalgo less than three weeks prior to the streak. The Mets traded David Weathers and Jeremy Griffiths to get him.In that year, Denny Walling was the hitting coach to start the season. Jim Duquette was still the GM....

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Starting Lineup 7/4/10

The Mets will look to even the series against the Nats today when they send Hisanori Takahashi (6-3, 4.24 ERA) to the mound to battle against Craig Stammen (2-2, 5.13 ERA). Stammen is just 1-2 with a 4.67 ERA against the Mets in his career.1. Angel Pagan CF2. Alex Cora 2B3. David Wright 3B4. Ike Davis 1B5. Jason Bay LF6. Jeff Francoeur RF7. Rod Barajas C8. Ruben Tejada SS9. Hisanori Takahashi PYet another game without Jose. His side is still bothering him which should be of concern to Mets fans and Brass as they are by far a much better team...

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It's The Fourth

Have a happy, fun and more importantly safe Fourth of Ju...

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Dickey After No Decision

After pitching a superb game yesterday limiting the Nats to just 2 unearned runs in 7 innings only to see his effort squandered by a poor performance by Francisco Rodriguez. After the game he kept a light mood and was joking around with reporters when they asked him about his counterpart Stephen Strasburg and losing the decision..."Not that he's not good. He's very good. But I felt like the ball was going to be invisible. It was nice when I got up there and actually saw it. I know I struck out,...

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In Manuel's Shoes

So last night you saw K-Rod blow a two run lead in the ninth when he gave up a game tying bases loaded double by Adam Dunn. The double came after he gave up a hit and after two walks. The problem with this scenario is that when he was pitching to Zimmerman he bounced 3 fastballs in 4 pitches. I'm not talking just before they got to the plate, more like 40 footers that didn't have a prayer. It's easy to want to stick with your closer but Francisco was showing all the signs of not having it at all...

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Post Game Run Through

The Mets came out on top as they downed the Nationals by the score of 5-3. Another terrific start from Jon Niese who, as pointed out by Jesse Orosco, was consistent with his arm angle and motion when using both his cutter and curveball. Oh yeah, he also did it with the bat when he scored Alex Cora from third with a double. Some other key points and performances on the night...David Wright- 3 for 5 with a double and a runAlex Cora-1 for 4 with a clutch triple to clear the bases with 2 outsand of course...Jon Niese- 7 IP, 6H, 1ER, 0BB and 8 K's(career...

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All-Star Voting

So Last night marked the end of the All-Star voting, at least for now anyway. The starters will be announced this Sunday at 5 p.m. EST. Hopefully David Wright made it in but I have a sneaking suspicion that biased Phillie fans kept voting for Polanco regardless of the fact that he's on the disabled list. Not to take away anything from Placido but Wright has been tearing it up and his June performance should have been enough to put Placido under. We'll find out on the 4...

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Mets Sign Bruney

The Mets took the bait and signed the ex-Yankee Brian Bruney to a minor league deal. He has been assigned to Triple A. If he gets the call at some point I hope he and K-Rod can keep from coming to fistacuf...

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Igarashi Bump

So last night Igarashi gave up the winning sac fly in the bottom of the ninth inning. The thing is I think he was a victim of being called in at the wrong time... At the start of the ninth inning Feliciano was able to get the first out but looked as though he reached max effort in doing so. The very next batter,Willlie Harris, he walked and then the drag bunt by Morgan. At the time Ryota was warming in the bullpen and in my opinion should have been brought in to face Christian Guzman. You would have a fresher arm with radically different stuff...

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Post Game 7/1/10 Nationals 2 - Mets 1

The Mets did what they seemingly always do and scored first. Feliciano lead off the game with a single up the middle. Tejada bunted him over to second and after a strikeout by Wright, Ike drove him home with a bloop single over the second baseman's head to make it 1-0. That was only the second first inning run Livan allowed this season. Santana was cruising through 6.2 with no runs allowed until the Nats finally got to him. Ian Desmond lead off the game with a single, Nieves bunted him over and a wild pitch by Santana (his first of the year)...

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Starting Lineup - 7/1/10

The Mets will look to start off the month July as hot as they played in the month of June. They'll open up a four game set with the Nationals in a 7:10 PM start at Washington. Johan Santana (5-5, 3.55 ERA) will look to turn his season around against Livan Hernandez (6-4, 3.10 ERA). The lineup:1. Jesus Feliciano CF2. Ruben Tejada SS3. David Wright 3B4. Ike Davis 1B5. Jeff Franceour RF6. Chris Carter LF7. Henry Blanco C8. Alex Cora 2B9. Johan Santana PAs you can see, no Reyes, Bay or Pagan today. For Bay, it's just a day off. For Reyes and Pagan,...

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Suggested Reading

For an in-depth look at how the Mets went from owing Bobby Bonilla $5.9 million for one season to nearly $30 million over the next 25 years, check out Mike Sielski's column from today's Wall Street Journal by clicking here. Most Mets fans do not hold Bobby Bonilla near and dear to their heart. In fact, most harbor feelings of anger and frustration towards him. I don't particularly feel one way or the other towards Bobby Bonilla. However, he did help cement my love for the Mets way back in 1993. It was opening day, the first game in the history...

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A Little Bit Of Phillies News

While it is generally not my intention to report on the happenings of other teams, I felt this bit of information to be very prudent. David Murhpy of the Philadelphia Daily News brought us news of Utley and Polanco's injuries. Utley's update was of the most significance. Sprains may range from first-degree to third, with higher-grade sprains featuring significant tearing, and third-degree being a complete tear of the ligament (in Utley's case, the ulnar collateral ligament).Surgery to repair a thumb ligament generally sidelines a position player...

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Cliff Lee...Done As A Mariner?

Jim Duquette, former NY Mets GM, had the following to say on his Twitter page not too long ago:Jim_Duquette Cliff Lee told people around the club, Tuesday may have been his last start as a Mariner.Hmmmm, very interesting. If this is true, that means Cliff Lee would be traded within 2-3 days. But to what team? Hopefully the Mets, of course. We shall see very soon I gue...

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Hiram Bithorn Stadium Woes

As a whole I am not a big fan of the Mets playing in Puerto Rico at Hiram Bithorn Stadium. Don't get me wrong I think the fans down in the PR exceeded the crowd that would have been in Miami but there is just something about the Stadium that bothers me. I think that's the only thing I did enjoy from the series, the fans and their overwhelming passion for the game. It was like a 3-day party. Every time I looked up to see video of fans everyone was cheering and jumping around having a great time....

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Notable Mets History

This day in 2003 was one of great relief for Mets fans, as they saw the Mets trade Roberto Alomar and cash to the Chicago White Sox for Andrew Salvo, Edwin Almonte and Royce Ring. Of the three prospects, only Royce Ring had a semblance of a major league career. Salvo never made the majors and left the game in '06. Almonte pitched briefly, and terribly, for the Mets in '03 before never really being heard of again. Royce pitched five seasons in the majors before heading to the minors for the past two, where he currently pitches for the Yankees...

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Down On The Farm - 6/30/10

One day after our top four minor league teams swept all their games, they very nearly got swept away. If not for Buffalo getting a win, it would have been one awfully crazy turnaround. The aforementioned Buffalo picked up the win, 9-4, to sweep the four game set from Syracuse. It was all offense all night as Lucas Duda homered in his third straight game, Mike Cervenak went 3-3 and Jorge Padilla was the key with a 3-4 day, including two doubles and four RBIs. Fernando Martinez added a double and run scored in two at bats after pinch hitting...

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All-Star Voting Ends At Midnight

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Wright Ran The Mets In June

As if you already didn't know David Wright was on fire for the month of June. He set a Mets record with a .404 batting average while driving in 29 runners, the first time a Met has done so in a calendar month(elias). It still bothers me that he is not a lock at 3rd base for the All-Star game considering the fact that during June he had more RBI's than there were gam...

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Post Game 6/30/10 Mets 6 - Marlins 5

The Mets jumped on the board quickly in this one yet again. Jesus Feliciano lead off the first with a double subbing for Reyes in the leadoff spot. After Tejada reached on an error by Gaby Sanchez, Wright drove them both home with a double to center to make it 2-0. Those two RBIs gave Wright 29 in June, tying a career high in a month. Big Ike singled home Reyes on a line drive that nearly took on the second base ump to put the Mets up 3-0. Mike Pelfrey didn't start the game all that sharp, though. He gave up a lead off double to Chris Coghlan...

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