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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.

Mets Game 77: Dodgers – Open Thread

There’s no way I’m staying up for this one — too long a week for me and I have to get up way too early. In fact I may not make it to the opening pitch. That said, please feel … Continue reading

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Mets Game 76: Win Over Cubs

Mets 17 Cubs 1 In a big way, Mets unleash their frustration over losing a series to the worst team in baseball.

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Mets Game 75: Loss to Cubs

Cubs 5 Mets 3 Who knew the Ringling Brothers were from Flushing? If the excuse is still related to the Mets being tired, perhaps someone should start testing for African Sleeping Sickness.

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Mets Game 74: Loss to Cubs

Cubs 6 Mets 1 Even the worst team in baseball wins once every three games.

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Mets Game 73: Loss to Yankees

Yankees 6 Mets 5 At least it wasn’t a sweep.

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Mets Game 72: Loss to Yankees

Yankees 4 Mets 3 Through the first two-thirds of the game, it looked like it might be an easy win for the Mets. But, we found out why you shouldn’t count your chickens before they hatch.

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Mets Game 71: Win Over Yankees

Mets 6 Yankees 4 Mets get a taste of victory against the Yankees — and the flavor is just like chicken.

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Mets Game 70: Win Over Orioles

Mets 4 Orioles 3 As expected and per the biorhythms, the Mets sweep the Orioles. Mets Game Notes Due to work commitments, I was unable to view this game, so please post your comments so we can all discuss. Many … Continue reading

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