July 7: Mets Links, Lineups and Open Thread

MetsFansForever – Will Sommer interviews Mike Newman of the blog “Scouting the Sally.” Very interesting read, especially if you like to follow minor league prospects.

MetsBlog – Matt Cerrone reports on an upcoming article in ESPN: The Magazine that paints Omar Minaya as sort of a clown who is prone to making ridiculous trade offers. Maybe he should try calling in to WFAN.

Mets Police – Shannon Shark asks if Howie Rose is the best radio broadcaster in baseball. Short of Vin Scully, I would say Howie is the best broadcaster in baseball, period. End of story.

TedQuarters – Ted Berg takes a look at Josh Thole. Interesting read…

Anthony DiComo – DiComo is reporting that Ollie Perez will be joining the Buffalo Bisons… He is now one step away from returning. Prepare yourselves accordingly.

TONIGHT’S GAME

The Mets (47-37) face the Reds (48-37) in the rubber game of the three-game series at Citi Field. Jon Niese (6-2, 3.62) will face Bronson Arroyo (8-4, 4.25). First pitch at 7:10pm.

The Mets starting lineup:

Jose Reyes – SS
Angel Pagan – CF
David Wright – 3B
Ike Davis – 1B
Jason Bay – LF
Josh Thole – C
Jesus Feliciano – RF
Alex Cora – 2B
Jonathon Niese – LHP