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.

Update: Carlos Monasterios

Posted on March 22, 2010 by Joe Janish

Some of you may remember the very brief career of Carlos Monasterios as a Met. At the conclusion of the winter meetings this past December, Monasterios was chosen by the Mets in the Rule 5 draft. However, the choice was … Continue reading →

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Mike Jacobs Catching Again?

Posted on March 20, 2010 by Joe Janish

According to Adam Rubin of the NY Daily News: Yes, that was Mike Jacobs this morning, with a bag of catching equipment in front of his locker. Jacobs looks like he’s the leading candidate for the final bench spot with … Continue reading →

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How the Mets Opening Day Lineup is Like Thriller

Posted on March 19, 2010 by Joe Janish

I woke up in a cold sweat from a nightmare … I heard the Mets 2010 Opening Day lineup, announced by Vincent Price: Angel Pagan CF Luis Castillo 2B David Wright 3B Jason Bay LF Daniel Murphy 1B (… darkness … Continue reading →

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AHern Exiled Again

Posted on March 18, 2010 by Joe Janish

For the second time in two years, the Mets have sent Anderson Hernandez packing. AHern was placed on waivers this week and claimed by the Cleveland Indians. This move perplexes me from both sides. The Mets have a sudden issue … Continue reading →

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The Ron Washington Situation

Posted on March 18, 2010 by Joe Janish

If you haven’t yet heard, Jon Heyman broke the news that Rangers manager Ron Washington used cocaine during the 2009 season. However, Washington was not reprimanded — neither by MLB nor by the Rangers — and continued to serve in … Continue reading →

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Elijah Dukes Available

Posted on March 17, 2010 by Joe Janish

The Washington Nationals have released eternal enigma Elijah Dukes. The remarkably talented outfielder was penciled in as the Opening Day rightfielder. According to GM Mike Rizzo, the move was NOT made due to a behaviorial issue. From the Washington Post: … Continue reading →

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Does Figgy Deserve a Spot?

Posted on March 17, 2010 by Joe Janish

Spring training “competitions” are usually nonsense, no matter what message is spewed by the team’s management (this is in regard to all clubs, not just the Mets). Management has predetermined thoughts about the lineup and most of the spots on … Continue reading →

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See the Suds Sink

Posted on March 15, 2010 by Joe Janish

If you haven’t yet seen, Kerel Cooper produced a 7-part series of preseason evaluations, videotaped on location at McFadden’s in NYC and featuring Dave Doyle of Mets Report and yours truly. You can see the entire series by clicking here … Continue reading →

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