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.

Mets Game 46: Win Over Phillies

Posted on May 25, 2010 by Joe Janish

Mets 8 Phillies 0 Maybe the Mets were stealing the Phillies’ signs. The suddenly high-powered Mets offense pounded Jamie Moyer for four runs in five innings, and added another four against the Philadelphia bullpen, to propel the team to their … Continue reading →

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Inside Look: Phillies

Posted on May 25, 2010 by Joe Janish

Fresh off a series win over their crosstown rival Yankees and on a “roll” of winning 3 out of their last 4, the Mets now host the NL East’s first-place Phillies, with a chance to cut their distance from the … Continue reading →

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Can’t Have it Both Ways

Posted on May 24, 2010 by Joe Janish

Depending on who you talk to, the Mets are either underachieving or overachieving, and accomplishing one or the other because of Jerry Manuel or not because of Jerry Manuel. It’s a fascinating dichotomy. When the Mets are doing poorly, many … Continue reading →

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Your Feedback Counts

Posted on May 24, 2010 by Joe Janish

Over the past week or so we’ve been experimenting with some things here at MetsToday and I’d appreciate your feedback. Specifically: 1. How do you like the new comment system? What in particular do you like / not like? 2. … Continue reading →

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Mets Fast Facts

Posted on May 24, 2010 by Joe Janish

The Mets have won 3 of their last 4, which could be termed a “roll”. With the day off today let’s focus on the positive and savor the moment. Jason Bay is literally carrying the Mets on his back — … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 45: Win Over Yankees

Posted on May 23, 2010 by Joe Janish

Mets 6 Yankees 4 Jerry Manuel keeps his job for at least another week, maybe two. Jason Bay continued his red-hot hitting — he is about as locked in as a batter can be right now — and Johan Santana … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 45 vs. Yankees Open Thread

Posted on May 23, 2010 by Joe Janish

Post your comments and converse with other MT visitors during the game below. You can also engage me on ESPN’s Baseball Tonight Live.

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Lima Time is Up

Posted on May 23, 2010 by Joe Janish

If you haven’t heard already, former Mets pitcher Jose Lima passed away this morning at the age of 37. According to his wife, “Lima Time” died of a sudden heart attack at his home in Los Angeles. He is survived … Continue reading →

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