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.

Should Mike Piazza — Or Anyone — Be Voted Into Hall of Fame?

Posted on January 7, 2014 by Joe Janish

Three years ago, I posted an article that generated 117 comments – Mike Piazza and the Steroid Issue. I’d rather not re-open that specific can of worms, but encourage you to re-visit the post (as well as the comments). Rather, … Continue reading →

Posted in 13-14 Offseason | 24 Comments

Mets Sign Taylor Teagarden

Posted on January 6, 2014 by Joe Janish

Stop the presses! The Mets have signed Taylor Teagarden!

Posted in 13-14 Offseason | 10 Comments

Scott Atchison Signs with Indians

Posted on January 6, 2014 by Joe Janish

Scott Atchison has agreed to a minor-league contract that includes an invitation to spring training with the Cleveland Indians.

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Why Did Jim Duquette Trade Scott Kazmir?

Posted on January 6, 2014 by Joe Janish

You are free to post your theory on why Jim Duquette traded former Mets first-round pick Scott Kazmir (and Joselo Diaz) to Tampa Bay for Victor Zambrano (and Bartolome Fortunato) on July 30, 2004. But even better than theorizing, you … Continue reading →

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Jeff Suppan Retires

Posted on January 6, 2014 by Joe Janish

With the excitement of the New Year, you may have missed the big news: Jeff Suppan announced his retirement.

Posted in 13-14 Offseason | 5 Comments

Downs, Crain, Perez, Mulder, Ramirez Off the Table

Posted on January 6, 2014 by Joe Janish

Since the New Year, several pitchers were signed to contracts by teams other than the New York Mets. Let’s quickly review them.

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J.P. Ricciardi: Teams Don’t Build Through the Draft

Posted on December 28, 2013 by Joe Janish

Last week, Mets special assistant J.P. Ricciardi appeared on WEEI Radio (Boston) to comment on the free agent status of 2013 Red Sox shortstop Stephen Drew. During the interview, Ricciardi mentioned that the Mets were “very happy” with the prospect … Continue reading →

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Meet Jim Duquette and Jeff Nelson, Help Baseball Ireland

Posted on December 27, 2013 by Joe Janish

Join former Mets GM Jim Duquette and former Yankees reliever Jeff Nelson at Foley’s in NYC on Wednesday, January 8, 2014, at 7 PM for a night to raise funds for baseball programs in Ireland. Money raised will go to … Continue reading →

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