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.

Bobby Parnell Injured?

Posted on April 19, 2011 by Joe Janish

After the Mets – Astros game, manager Terry Collins mentioned in the postgame that Bobby Parnell is “feeling some discomfort”. Where, when and why we have no idea, though we do know Hu. Hopefully we’ll have more info soon. This … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 17: Loss to Astros

Posted on April 19, 2011 by Joe Janish

Astros 6 Mets 1 The game was actually a lot closer than the final score. The Mets were in it until the top of the 8th when Bobby Parnell balked with the bases loaded and then served up a two-run … Continue reading →

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Tonight’s Mets Lineup vs. Astros

Posted on April 19, 2011 by Joe Janish

Tonight’s Mets lineup vs. Astros lefthander Wandy Rodriguez: Jose Reyes – SS Josh Thole – C David Wright – 3B Carlos Beltran – RF Ike Davis – 1B Angel Pagan – CF Willie Harris – LF Justin Turner – 2B … Continue reading →

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Justin Turner Up, Brad Emaus Down

Posted on April 19, 2011 by Joe Janish

In a surprising move — to me, anyway — the Mets have designated Brad Emaus for assignment and promoted Justin Turner.

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How Serious is Chris Young’s Injury?

Posted on April 18, 2011 by Joe Janish

It only took two starts for oft-injured Chris Young to land on the disabled list with the diagnosis of “biceps tendinitis”. Young was reluctant to be removed from the 25-man roster, but understood the decision from the standpoint of the … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 16: Win Over Braves

Posted on April 17, 2011 by Joe Janish

Mets 3 Braves 2 For the first time in at least 16 years, the Mets out-managed the Braves to a victory. And yes, that includes the Bobby Valentine years (no offense, Bobby V.).

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Today’s Mets Lineup

Posted on April 17, 2011 by Joe Janish

Today’s Mets lineup vs. the Braves in Atlanta: Jose Reyes – SS Josh Thole – C David Wright – 3B Carlos Beltran – RF Ike Davis – 1B Angel Pagan – CF Willie Harris – LF Brad Emaus – 2B … Continue reading →

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Double Your Pleasure

Posted on April 17, 2011 by Joe Janish

After seeing the Mets double their losing in the doubleheader yesterday, I was called on to write an article for ESPN. So, to double your MetsToday pleasure, you can also read my thoughts here: Displeasure Doubled in Recent Mets Sweep. … Continue reading →

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