Author Archives: Dan Capwell

About Dan Capwell

A Mets fan since 1971, Dan spent many summer nights of his childhood watching the Mets on WOR Channel Nine, which his Allentown, PA cable company carried. Dan was present at Game 7 of the 1986 World Series and the Todd Pratt Walkoff Game in 1999. He is also the proud owner of two Shea Stadium seats. Professionally, Dan is a Marketing Manager in the Bulk Materials Handling industry. He lives in Bethlehem PA with his wife and son, neither of whom fully get his obsession with the Mets.

After the Champagne: Winter Doings of Past Met Champions

Posted on January 28, 2016 by Dan Capwell

This offseason has just about had it all: a big trade, two free agent signings and the return of a trio of popular incumbents. A player wearing a Mets hat is going to the Hall of Fame. While transaction-wise, the … Continue reading →

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The Century Mark?

Posted on January 23, 2016 by Dan Capwell

Baseball is a funny game. Less than two years ago, I wrote this post that predicted the end of the NY Mets franchise. Now incredibly, I am beginning to wonder how they could possibly not win 100 games in 2016. … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year–Mets 2016 NL East Champs

Posted on January 4, 2016 by Dan Capwell

Finally, the offseason that I envisioned when Sandy Alderson first took over as GM: a lot of smallish moves that incrementally improved the team, while positioning them for the sustained success that Alderson mentioned when he first came on board. If … Continue reading →

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Cespedes: Not Worth It? Are There Alternatives?

Posted on December 21, 2015 by Dan Capwell

Michael Cuddyer‘s sudden retirement was certainly an unexpected development. While it remains to be seen exactly how much money the Mets will be paying him to not play in 2016, it did nevertheless begin rampant speculation among Mets fans (including … Continue reading →

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Winter Meetings Tidbits: Sandy, Zobrist and When Prospects Miss

Posted on December 8, 2015 by Dan Capwell

Before anything else, a tip of the Mets Today cap to Sandy Alderson. Having watched several acquaintances and one very important friend bravely fight and finally succumb to this horrible disease, I can only wish the best for him and his loved … Continue reading →

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Thanks Mets

Posted on November 25, 2015 by Dan Capwell

Failure? The Mets fell short of the ultimate prize, winning the National League Championship but losing to the Kansas City Royals, the one team in the Adulterated League they matched up poorly with, in the World Series. Maybe it was the … Continue reading →

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Curb Your Enthusiasm: 10 Free Agents Who Aren’t Coming to The Mets (and Two Who Are)

Posted on November 9, 2015 by Dan Capwell

Quite a comedown since November 1, huh? Despite the somewhat unseasonal warmth we’ve had here in the northeast, the baseball winter has begun. Since there are no games being played, baseball-related sites will depend on trade rumors and free agent signing … Continue reading →

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More Like the 84 Mets

Posted on November 2, 2015 by Dan Capwell

Author’s Note: The main point of this post is based on some pre-game remarks made last night by former Mets’ pitcher Ron Darling. The editorializing is all mine. If you reject this premise, blame Ronnie! The Mets’ magic carpet ride … Continue reading →

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