Author Archives: Joe Janish

About Joe Janish

Joe Janish began MetsToday in 2005 to provide the unique perspective of a high-level player and coach -- he earned NCAA D-1 All-American honors as a catcher and coached several players who went on to play pro ball. As a result his posts often include mechanical evaluations, scout-like analysis, and opinions that go beyond the numbers. Follow Joe's baseball tips on Twitter at @onbaseball and at the On Baseball Google Plus page.

Trusting SandySpeak

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Joe Janish

From “DaveSchneck” in the MetsToday comments section on Sunday: On the matter of finding starters for this week, I am very very confused. I heard Alderson in his own voice this week state that the Mets’ top pitching prospects’ development … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 95: Loss to Dodgers

Posted on July 22, 2012 by Joe Janish

Dodgers 8 Mets 3 The Mets fall below .500 for the first time all year.

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Mets Game 94: Loss to Dodgers

Posted on July 21, 2012 by Joe Janish

Dodgers 8 Mets 5 For the first time since April 26, the Mets reach .500.

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Mets Game 93: Loss to Dodgers

Posted on July 20, 2012 by Joe Janish

Dodgers 7 Mets 6 In a rare role reversal, the Mets starter shat the bed and the bullpen gave the team a chance to win. It was like watching Seinfeld’s Bizarro Jerry episode.

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Will Mets Finish Ahead of Phillies?

Posted on July 20, 2012 by Joe Janish

Another suggestion from the MetsToday email bag — this one comes from loyal MetsToday visitor and commenter “James”: I had a great idea for a survey for Mets Today- do you think the Mets or the Phillies will have a … Continue reading →

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Mailbag: The Difference Between Bobby Parnell and Craig Kimbrel

Posted on July 20, 2012 by Joe Janish

From the MetsToday email inbox, a reader writes: Hi Joe, As a Met fan displaced in North Carolina, I very much enjoy reading your insights into the club, so please continue the good work. I wonder if you might provide … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 92: Win Over Nationals

Posted on July 19, 2012 by Joe Janish

Mets 9 Nationals 5 Figures the game I miss is the one they win.

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Collins Cracks Up, Batista Delusional

Posted on July 19, 2012 by Joe Janish

To be completely fair to Terry Collins, I purposely chose to “sleep on it” before addressing here the Pedro Beato apology and ensuing team meeting called by Collins. Maybe after a good night’s sleep, and a fresh look at the … Continue reading →

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