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.

Quick Mets Mad Libs

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Joe Janish

Ready to play “Mets Mad Libs”? OK, but it’s a quickie, so you can play and get right back to work. “I don’t want *player name* to hit eighth. But unfortunately he’s not giving me much choice. We are getting … Continue reading →

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Chris Young May Be Out for Year

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Joe Janish

Chris Young will be on the DL for much more than 15 days. From The New York Times:

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Mets Game 35: Loss to Rockies

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Joe Janish

Rockies 2 Mets 1 Give the game ball to Chris Iannetta.

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Mets Starting Pitching Depth

Posted on May 9, 2011 by Joe Janish

The recent news that Chris Young would go back on the DL — and that his shoulder injury might be serious enough to warrant an extended absence — brought to light a glaring issue in the Mets’ organization: their starting … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 34: Loss to Dodgers

Posted on May 8, 2011 by Joe Janish

Dodgers 4 Mets 2 A weekend sweep wasn’t in the cards for the Mets, but at least they finished their homestand with an even 3-3 record. And yes, going .500 is something to be pleased about when you are in … Continue reading →

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Chris Young Back to DL

Posted on May 8, 2011 by Joe Janish

The Mets have placed Chris Young on the 15-day disabled list, due to an as-yet unidentified problem with his right shoulder. Pat Misch has been recalled from AAA Buffalo to take Young’s place on the 25-man roster. Additionally, Johan Santana … Continue reading →

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Today’s Mets Lineup vs. Dodgers

Posted on May 8, 2011 by Joe Janish

The Mets go for the sweep against the Los Angeles Dodgers this afternoon. Here is the lineup they will send to the plate against lefty Clayton Kershaw: Jose Reyes – SS Justin Turner – 2B David Wright – 3B Jason … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 33: Win Over Dodgers

Posted on May 8, 2011 by Joe Janish

Mets 4 Dodgers 2 Justin time, Mr. Turner made a pinch-hitting appearance to drive in the game winning run. Justin Turner ripped a pinch-hit, two-run single in the 8th — perhaps the longest single in Citi Field history — to … Continue reading →

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