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.

Ty Wigginton Signs with Rockies

Posted on December 7, 2010 by Joe Janish

NBCSports is reporting that Ty Wigginton has reached an agreement on a 2-year deal with the Colorado Rockies. The former Met will be getting $7.5M over the two years, which includes a 2013 option for $4M. Wigginton split the year … Continue reading →

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Boston After Beltran?

Posted on December 7, 2010 by Joe Janish

Adam Rubin at ESPN-NY is reporting that the Boston Red Sox are “talking internally” about the possibility of obtaining Carlos Beltran. I wondered if the Red Sox would be interested in Beltran a few weeks ago, but a friend of … Continue reading →

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Mets Hot On Ronny Paulino

Posted on December 7, 2010 by Joe Janish

According to ESPN’s Jorge Arangue, the Mets are close to signing free-agent catcher Ronny Paulino. If indeed this deal becomes reality, it gives the Mets a very good backup to Josh Thole — and one who, if motivated, can challenge … Continue reading →

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K-Rod a Fit for Dodgers?

Posted on December 7, 2010 by Joe Janish

If Ned Colletti’s actions over the past few weeks are any indication, the Dodgers are hell-bent on building a winner in 2011. They have filled out the starting rotation and signed Juan Uribe to shore up their infield holes. They’ve … Continue reading →

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Monday Meetings Recap

Posted on December 7, 2010 by Joe Janish

A quick recap of what happened at the baseball winter meetings in Orlando, Florida on Sunday / Monday. – Adrian Gonzalez was officially traded to the Red Sox – Jayson Werth signed a 7-year, $126M deal with the Nationals – … Continue reading →

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Mets Sign Russ Adams, Dusty Ryan

Posted on December 7, 2010 by Joe Janish

According to Mets.com, the Mets have signed infielder Russ Adams and catcher Dusty Ryan to minor-league contracts. I liked Adams the first time the Mets signed him, and thought he should’ve been given the chance to take the utility role … Continue reading →

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Omir Santos Signs with Tigers

Posted on December 6, 2010 by Joe Janish

According to Jason Beck on Twitter, the Detroit Tigers have signed Omir Santos. The former Topps All-Rookie Team catcher took a minor-league contract and will be insurance behind Victor Martinez and Alex Avila. A few weeks back, Sandy Alderson mentioned … Continue reading →

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Milwaukee Gets Marcum

Posted on December 6, 2010 by Joe Janish

The Milwaukee Brewers have acquired righthanded starter Shaun Marcum from the Toronto Blue Jays in return for minor league second base prospect Brett Lawrie. Marcum is a tough competitor who relies on guile, control, and changing speeds to keep batters … Continue reading →

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