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 vs. Phillies – Stay with Us, Lady Luck

Posted on April 30, 2010 by Joe Janish

First off, let’s try not to look at this series as something more than it is. We can bask in the glory of first place, and if the Mets take at least two games this weekend, we can continue to … Continue reading →

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Another Phillie Fan Perspective

Posted on April 30, 2010 by Joe Janish

Yesterday’s Q&A with Bill Baer brought so much banter that I thought it would be nice to bring in another Phillies fan. The following is a guest column written by a longtime rival (we are friends AFTER the baseball season … Continue reading →

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Inside Look: Phillies

Posted on April 29, 2010 by Joe Janish

The Mets are in first place, and the first-place Mets will be facing the second-place Phillies for a 3-game weekend series for the right to first place. Yes, I am going to harp on the “first place” thing as much … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 22: Win Over Dodgers

Posted on April 28, 2010 by Joe Janish

Mets 7 Dodgers 3 This is getting a little silly. A 9-1 homestand? Seriously? Somebody pinch me, I must be dreaming. Game Notes John Maine hurled 6 innings, allowing 4 hits, 3 walks, and 2 earned runs, striking out 9. … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 21: Win Over Dodgers

Posted on April 28, 2010 by Joe Janish

Mets 10 Dodgers 5 Break up the Mets! By taking the second game of their doubleheader with the Dodgers, the Mets have won their third consecutive series, and are now threatening to take the lead in the NL East. I … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 20: Win Over Dodgers

Posted on April 27, 2010 by Joe Janish

Mets 4 Dodgers 0 Johan Santana threw six scoreless innings, Jason Bay hit his first homerun in the orange and blue, and Luis Castillo drove in two runs as the Mets cruised to an easy victory in the front end … Continue reading →

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Inside Look: LA Dodgers

Posted on April 26, 2010 by Joe Janish

In a matter of a few days, the Mets went from the NL East basement right into the thick of the race, simultaneously changing their outlook from bleak to bright. Their sudden “about face” was the result of several factors, … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 19: Win Over Braves

Posted on April 25, 2010 by Joe Janish

Mets 1 Braves 0 For once, everything went right for the Mets. Mike Pelfrey did not pitch well, but battled and stranded a small country on the bases. Tommy Hanson pitched very well, but was the unlucky recipient of poor … Continue reading →

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