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.

Free Agent Focus: Aaron Heilman

Posted on December 27, 2010 by Joe Janish

If you are one of those people ready to set fire to your computer after reading the headline, please click the “back” button or find your way to an angry Mets fan forum. Those with open minds and an appreciation … Continue reading →

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Current Conditions at Citi Field

Posted on December 26, 2010 by Joe Janish

Shake your computer screen for full effect.

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Merry Christmas

Posted on December 25, 2010 by Joe Janish

I’m not sure why, but a Mets nutcracker seems most appropriate today. For those of you celebrating the holiday, I wish you a very, merry Christmas. The rest of you, enjoy the movies and Chinese food!

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My Christmas List

Posted on December 24, 2010 by Joe Janish

This is what I asked for from Santa for Christmas: 1. One pair of ace starting pitchers 2. A fully healed left shoulder attached to Johan Santana 3. A new home for Oliver Perez 4. Two flamethrowers for the bullpen … Continue reading →

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Inside Look: J.P. Ricciardi

Posted on December 20, 2010 by Joe Janish

After J.P. Ricciardi was hired to be part of Sandy Alderson’s fantasy front office, I called on fellow ESPN SweetSpot Blue Jays Blogger Drew Fairservice of Ghostrunner On First to give us some insight on Ricciardi’s time as GM in … Continue reading →

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If This Doesn’t Sell Season Tickets

Posted on December 19, 2010 by Joe Janish

… then NOTHING will. Check out this inspiring video, posted last week by “Read The Apple” and re-linked today by The Big Lead and MetsBlog. It’s more fun if you go here and fill in your name for a personalized … Continue reading →

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Pedro Feliciano Staying In New York

Posted on December 19, 2010 by Joe Janish

Super LOOGY Pedro Feliciano — aka “Perpetual Pedro”, “Everyday Pedro”, or “Pedro Lite” — has chosen to remain in New York for the 2011 and 2012 seasons. However, it will be

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Brewers Get Greinke

Posted on December 19, 2010 by Joe Janish

According to multiple reports, the Brewers have obtained ace Zack Greinke from the Royals in a six-player trade that also will send shortstop Yuniesky Betancourt to Milwaukee. In return, the Brewers send to Kansas City young shortstop Alcides Escobar, outfielder … Continue reading →

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