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 Draft Steven Matz of Ward Melville

Posted on June 10, 2009 by Joe Janish

The Mets did not own a first-round pick in this year’s amateur draft, having surrendered it to the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim in return for signing Francisco Rodriguez. However, they drafted a first-round talent with their late second-round (72nd … Continue reading →

Posted in Latest Mets News | Tagged , | 11 Comments

Mets Game 56: Win Over Phillies

Posted on June 9, 2009 by Joe Janish

Mets 6 Phillies 5 Johan Santana tried to give this game away three times, took it back once (with his bat!), and in the end wound up a winner. Fresh off the harsh criticism of Larry Jones, who termed the … Continue reading →

Posted in Mets 2009 Games | Tagged , , | 4 Comments

Brad Lidge Placed on Disabled List

Posted on June 9, 2009 by Joe Janish

The report is that Phillies closer Brad Lidge has been placed on the 15-day disabled list with a sprained knee. Catcher Paul Bako has been promoted to replace Lidge on the 25-man roster. I can’t decide if this is a … Continue reading →

Posted in Latest Mets News | Tagged , , | Comments Off on Brad Lidge Placed on Disabled List

Quick Preview: Mets vs. Phillies

Posted on June 9, 2009 by Joe Janish

Note: this series has importance. Game One: Johan Santana (7-3, 2.00 ERA) vs. J.A. Happ (4-0, 2.47 ERA) Santana has looked more like a mere mortal over his past few starts, but still has been stellar. J.A. / JA Happ … Continue reading →

Posted in Series Previews | Tagged | 1 Comment

Mr. Magoo is a Mets Fan Too

Posted on June 9, 2009 by Joe Janish

Actually, he’s not. But Metsilverman cites Mr. Magoo while breaking down the Ramon Castro – Lance Broadway trade. He also notes that Keith Hernandez will be on the “Leonard Lopate Show” on WNYC-AM (820 AM) today at noon. Bob Raissman … Continue reading →

Posted in Around the Blogs | Comments Off on Mr. Magoo is a Mets Fan Too

Forget Power and Acquire Speed

Posted on June 8, 2009 by Joe Janish

Everyone from Jerry Manuel to Mike Francesa to the guy on the street is crying that the Mets need more power in their lineup — specifically, someone or someones who can hit home runs. But why? First of all, putting … Continue reading →

Posted in Shea What? | 7 Comments

Mets in Plainclothes

Posted on June 8, 2009 by Joe Janish

Zoe Rice had her paparazzi snap photos of Mets players drowning their sorrows hanging out at the hotel bar in Pittsburgh. Priced Out of the Citi has an Ode to Brad Lidge which reminds me a bit of Dr. Seuss. … Continue reading →

Posted in Around the Blogs | Comments Off on Mets in Plainclothes

Mets Game 55: Win Over Nationals

Posted on June 7, 2009 by Joe Janish

Mets 7 Nationals 0 The Mets scored five runs before Livan Hernandez threw a pitch, and Livan coasted through the next 7 innings, shutting out the Nats and allowing only four hits and an uncharacteristic four walks en route to … Continue reading →

Posted in Mets 2009 Games | Tagged , , | 8 Comments