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 33: Loss to Braves

Posted on May 13, 2009 by Joe Janish

Braves 8 Mets 7 You can’t say the Mets didn’t fight back. They erased three leads by Braves during the ballgame, but couldn’t convert a fourth, as Atlanta outlasted the Mets in a dozen innings. The Braves jumped out to … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 32: Win Over Braves

Posted on May 12, 2009 by Joe Janish

Mets 4 Braves 3 Though it wasn’t quite as impressive as the first seven innings of the opener, game two also delivered an old-fashioned pitchers’ duel. Mike Pelfrey and Jair Jurrjens set down batters like bowling pins for the bulk … Continue reading →

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Where’s Ollie?

Posted on May 12, 2009 by Joe Janish

Some of you may have heard of “Where’s Waldo?”. Similarly, we’re going to start a “Where’s Ollie?” game here on MetsToday.com. If you spot Ollie Perez, let us know … and if you don’t, KEEP LOOKING !!! Today, our loyal … Continue reading →

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Link Roundup

Posted on May 12, 2009 by Joe Janish

MLB details the surplus of quality arms in the Mets bullpen. Oops … guess that one doesn’t apply after last night. Deadspin covers Lou Merloni’s report that the Boston Red Sox had a doctor instruct players on steroids. The Boston … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 31: Loss to Braves

Posted on May 11, 2009 by Joe Janish

Braves 8 Mets 3 Start a new streak tomorrow. The Mets’ seven-game winning streak came to an end at the hands of Derek Lowe and the Braves, though you couldn’t fault Johan Santana. For the second time this season, the … Continue reading →

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Mets – Braves Quick Preview

Posted on May 11, 2009 by Joe Janish

Don’t look now, but the Mets who couldn’t get out of their own way a little over a week ago have ripped off seven straight wins and eight of their last ten. They’re 11-6 at home and one game in … Continue reading →

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Link Roundup

Posted on May 11, 2009 by Joe Janish

MetsPolice has a big list of Citi Field seats with obstructed views. But hey, we’re all just a bunch of whiners who don’t appreciate what the Wilpons gave us, right? Speaking of the stadium, Dejan Kovacevic of the Pittsburgh Gazette … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 30: Win Over Pirates

Posted on May 10, 2009 by Joe Janish

Mets 8 Pirates 4 For the seventh consecutive game, the Mets were the victor. Livan Hernandez had a rough start to the game, but eventually settled down to pitch six strong innings, allowing just two runs on four walks and … Continue reading →

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