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.

Shades of 1962

Posted on April 17, 2011 by Joe Janish

The Mets have started the 2011 season one game ahead of the 1962 club that finished 40-120. They are failing on the mound, in the field, at bat, and on the basepaths — at times, humorously so. During last night’s … Continue reading →

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Curb Your Enthusiasm

Posted on April 16, 2011 by Joe Janish

When asked about Dan Murphy’s attempted steal of third base in Saturday night’s game against the Braves, Mets manager Terry Collins explained, “It was an error of enthusiasm. He was trying to create something that wasn’t there.” Note to Murph … Continue reading →

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Misch Down, Gee Up

Posted on April 16, 2011 by Joe Janish

After one appearance, Pat Misch is on his way back to Buffalo, assuming he gets through waivers. Dillon Gee will be promoted to make the start against the Braves on Sunday afternoon.

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Mets Game 15: Loss to Braves

Posted on April 16, 2011 by Joe Janish

Braves 4 Mets 0 The Mets have now lost 7 straight, including two consecutive doubleheaders. I’d like to say there is a light at the end of the tunnel, but I can’t see it.

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Mets Game 14: Loss to Braves

Posted on April 16, 2011 by Joe Janish

Braves 4 Mets 2 “Six in a row to make it go” is an old gear head / car enthusiast term referring to an inline six-cylinder engine. Perhaps it is also Terry Collins’ new mantra for getting his team going … Continue reading →

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Chris Young Placed On DL

Posted on April 16, 2011 by Joe Janish

Mets pitcher Chris Young has been placed on the disabled list with biceps tendinitis. That didn’t take long, did it? Pat Misch has been promoted from AAA Buffalo to take Young’s spot on the 25-man roster. Was it really only … Continue reading →

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Lenny Dykstra Arrested for Selling His Sink

Posted on April 15, 2011 by Joe Janish

It wasn’t long ago that Lenny Dykstra was known as a smart investor and successful businessman. Oh, how times have changed. Lenny has been arrested for selling items that were part of his bankrupt estate, including a $50,000 granite sink. … Continue reading →

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Tonight’s Mets Lineup vs. Braves

Posted on April 15, 2011 by Joe Janish

Jose Reyes – SS Angel Pagan – CF David Wright – 3B Carlos Beltran – RF Ike Davis – 1B Willie Harris – LF Brad Emaus – 2B Josh Thole – C D.J. Carrasco – P Angel back in the … Continue reading →

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