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.

The Thing That Caused Johan Santana’s Shoulder Re-injury

Posted on March 29, 2013 by Joe Janish

How did Johan Santana re-tear his shoulder capsule? Was it the 134-pitch no-hitter? Was it that “voluntary bullpen session” aimed at silencing suggestions that he wasn’t in shape? Was it related to a mistake in his surgery? Was it something … Continue reading →

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Why Not Manny Ramirez?

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Joe Janish

Wow, I almost went through an entire spring training without suggesting that the Mets consider Manny Ramirez. That was a close one!

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Yankees Acquire Dance Fever Host

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Joe Janish

I had no idea Deney Terrio could pitch, too! Oh wait, the kid’s name is Dan Otero. As Roseann Roseannadanna would say, “Never mind.” (Hmm … dating myself much?) Though, if you don’t know how to disco, maybe this can … Continue reading →

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Should Mets Acquire Ezequiel Carrera?

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Joe Janish

A few days ago we wondered if the Mets might look to improve their depth in center field, and suggested Ezequiel Carrera as a possibility. Well, Carrera has been DFA’d by the Indians — should the Mets pick up the … Continue reading →

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Mets Trade Elvin Ramirez

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Joe Janish

Elvin has left the (re)building …

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Jenrry Mejia Out Six Weeks

Posted on March 26, 2013 by Joe Janish

Sometimes a slow news day isn’t so bad.

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Chris Young Opts Out of Nationals Contract

Posted on March 26, 2013 by Joe Janish

Former Mets pitcher Chris Young has exercised his option to decline an assignment to the minor leagues, and is now a free agent. Should the Mets — who have lost Johan Santana from the starting rotation, and now have a … Continue reading →

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Scott Kazmir Makes Indians Rotation

Posted on March 26, 2013 by Joe Janish

Former Met Scott Kazmir has won the fifth starter spot in the Cleveland Indians rotation. Do you care? For many Mets fans the mere mention of Kazmir’s name elicits an emotional response. If you are one of those fans, I’m … Continue reading →

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