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 2: Win Over Padres

Mets 8 Padres 4 Mets remain undefeated and remain at the top of the NL East standings.

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What Is the Mets Strength?

The text poll on the SNY telecast yesterday was, “What do you think the Mets strengths will be this year” with the choices a. Starters b. Relievers c. Outfield d. Infield What is your answer, and why?

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Mets Game 1: Win Over Padres

Mets 11 Padres 2 The Mets are in first place!

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Mets Best On Opening Day and Other Irrelevant Facts

Did you know the New York Mets have the best Opening Day record in MLB?

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Mets Over / Unders for 2013

Herewith a collection of over/unders for 2013, based on highly unscientific formulas:

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Opening Day Lineup

Here is today’s Opening Day lineup against San Diego Padres starter Edinson Volquez, per Adam Rubin at ESPN-NY (no, this is not an April Fool’s joke):

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Mets Opening Day 2013 25-man Roster

Buona Pasqua! Here they are, your 2013 New York Mets (for now):

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West Side Story Drama Erupts in Mets Minor League Camp

Earlier this week, uber-phenom Zack Wheeler and slugging prospect Aderlin Rodriguez engaged in an on-field altercation that escalated into an off-field, ethnically divisive war. Said a person with knowledge close to the situation, “Zack knows that when you’re a Met … Continue reading

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