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.

Paul Lo Duca Signs with Rockies

Posted on January 21, 2010 by Joe Janish

Paul Lo Duca is getting one last shot — he has signed a minor-league deal with the Colorado Rockies. The Mets were never interested, since they do not have a need for a catcher nor for a backup, righthanded-hitting first … Continue reading →

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Catcher: Now What?

Posted on January 20, 2010 by Joe Janish

You know the saying, “be careful what you wish for — you just may get it” ? We all wished the Mets would fail in their attempt to sign Bengie Molina, and our prayers were answered. But, now who will … Continue reading →

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Bengie Molina Signs with Giants

Posted on January 19, 2010 by Joe Janish

It turns out that Bengie Molina was not prepared to leave his heart in San Francisco. Further, it turns out that the ship that sailed from the bay could in fact return to shore. This is a good thing, from … Continue reading →

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Centerfield Options

Posted on January 18, 2010 by Joe Janish

As we all know, Carlos Beltran has underwent knee surgery and is expected to be out for 12 weeks. No one is sure if “12 weeks” refers to the time before he can walk, run, or play ball. No one … Continue reading →

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Help Haiti

Posted on January 17, 2010 by Joe Janish

Do we really care more about whether Bengie Molina signs with the Mets this weekend? Some things in this world are slightly more important. Help the people and/or animals in Haiti by making a donation to: The Red Cross UNICEF … Continue reading →

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Carlos Beltran’s Mysterious Knee Surgery

Posted on January 14, 2010 by Joe Janish

In case you missed it, Carlos Beltran had knee surgery in Colorado on Wednesday. That’s about all we know for sure. He might have had “microfracture surgery”, which is pretty darn serious, or he may have had “arthroscopic surgery”, which … Continue reading →

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Considering Adam LaRoche

Posted on January 13, 2010 by Joe Janish

Early in the offseason, there was some mild buzz that the Mets might be interested in free agent first baseman Adam LaRoche. However, there’s been absolutely nothing to suggest he is on Omar Minaya’s radar since at least early December … Continue reading →

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Castro, Church Off the Table

Posted on January 13, 2010 by Joe Janish

Forget about the ironic pipe dream of platooning Jeff Francoeur with Ryan Church in right field next year — Church has signed a one-year deal with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Additionally, you can drop the possibility of Ramon Castro returning to … Continue reading →

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