Author Archives: David Berg

About David Berg

David Berg has been following the Mets since 1990, and counts himself as a "die hard fan" -- the agonies have been numerous and arduous, but he's still watching every game he can, determined to "earn" the satisfaction when the Mets eventually win it all. In his non-spare time, David is a designer of graphics, web sites, and games. See his work at Shrike Design

Mets vs Marlins, Position by Position

Posted on April 4, 2015 by David Berg

There’s been some talk lately about the moves made in the NL East, and how this impacts the Mets’ chances in the division. Does the Heyward trade tell us that the Braves are rebuilding? Does the Marlins’ signing of Stanton … Continue reading →

Posted in 2015 Spring Training | 4 Comments

Biggest Questions for the 2015 Mets

Posted on April 2, 2015 by David Berg

Many news outlets have listed their top Mets questions, many of them focusing on the team’s best players. Will Matt Harvey pick up where he left off? Will David Wright and Curtis Granderson return to form? Can Lucas Duda repeat? … Continue reading →

Posted in 2015 Spring Training | 2 Comments

Frugal Mets Fit Bud’s Brand of Baseball

Posted on October 1, 2014 by David Berg

I was watching the Mets-Marlins game last week when retiring commissioner Bud Selig stopped by the Mets’ broadcast booth to chat about the state of the game and, briefly, the state of the Mets. Bud basically repeated his standard spiel … Continue reading →

Posted in 14-15 Offseason | Tagged | 5 Comments

Mr. Granderson, Here’s Why Fans Boo

Posted on May 24, 2014 by David Berg

Like just about everyone else, I have been impressed with how Curtis Granderson handles himself. His charitable work, his inclusiveness with teammates young and old, his generosity with the media, his high energy, quick smile, upbeat tone — as a … Continue reading →

Posted in Shea What? | 3 Comments

Are the Mets Better Off Than They Were a Year Ago?

Posted on January 13, 2014 by David Berg

THIS IS A POST BY DAVE BERG, so address your comments to him. Enjoy – Joe It’s been a long wait, hasn’t it? When Sandy Alderson & Co. took over, Mets fans were already itching to get back in the … Continue reading →

Posted in 13-14 Offseason | 16 Comments

Creating the next Uehara

Posted on December 6, 2013 by David Berg

NOTE: this is a post by David Berg With the Mets lagging behind the competition in every department except High-End Starting Pitching Prospects, there’s a pressing need for either creativity or dollars to make up that gap. Seeing as how … Continue reading →

Posted in 13-14 Offseason | 1 Comment

Is Josh Satin for Real?

Posted on July 8, 2013 by David Berg

Josh Satin has officially become interesting. On a team notable for offensive futility over the last few seasons, Satin’s hot streak since being called up already counts as one of the better three-week stretches we’ve seen from a Mets hitter … Continue reading →

Posted in Mets 2013 Games | 17 Comments

Mets Worst in NL East at Every Position?

Posted on March 6, 2013 by David Berg

New York Mets general manager Sandy Alderson has a message for the team’s beleaguered fan base: We’re not that far away. The outfield is a weakness. Bullpens change year to year. But our rotation is a strength, and our infield … Continue reading →

Posted in 2013 Spring Training | 50 Comments