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.

Pedro Feliciano Out, LaTroy Hawkins In

Posted on March 26, 2013 by Joe Janish

In case you missed, the Mets informed Pedro Feliciano that he would not be part of the 25-man roster on Opening Day, and they told LaTroy Hawkins that he would go north come April. I don’t know whether to laugh … Continue reading →

Posted in 2013 Spring Training | 6 Comments

Matt den Dekker Breaks Wrist – Will Mets Acquire a Center Fielder?

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Joe Janish

Perhaps you’ve heard that Matt den Dekker broke his wrist attempting to make a diving catch in Sunday’s exhibition game. Will the Mets go with internal options, or make a trade for a center fielder? There’s at least one player … Continue reading →

Posted in 2013 Spring Training | 21 Comments

Yankees Acquire Vernon Wells – Any Other OFs Available?

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Joe Janish

You may have heard that the Yankees have acquired Vernon Wells. Why should a Mets fan care?

Posted in 2013 Spring Training | 9 Comments

Johan Santana Out Indefinitely

Posted on March 23, 2013 by Joe Janish

Today Johan Santana admitted he won’t know when he’ll pitch again. So what happens next?

Posted in 2013 Spring Training | 36 Comments

Lastings Impression – the Latest Mets Problem Child

Posted on March 20, 2013 by Joe Janish

There’s an article by Jorge Castillo in NJ.com about Jordany Valdespin and his “complicated” clubhouse presence. After reading it, I can’t help but recall Mets from the past who followed the beat of their own drum and — because of … Continue reading →

Posted in 2013 Spring Training | 18 Comments

Who Embodies the Mets?

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Joe Janish

In a story published on WSJ.com, Tim Marchman suggests that Kirk Nieuwenhuis “personifies” the Mets. Do you agree?

Posted in 2013 Spring Training | 18 Comments

Answering Bud Abbott

Posted on March 18, 2013 by Joe Janish

Surely you remember the old Abbott and Costello routine: “Who’s on First?” With Opening Day less than two weeks away, the Mets have Ike Davis on first, are asking what’s on second, and I don’t know about third base — … Continue reading →

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Brewers Extend Carlos Gomez

Posted on March 15, 2013 by Joe Janish

The Milwaukee Brewers have announced a three-year, $24M extension to the contract of Carlos Gomez, locking up the speedster through 2016. But why should a Mets fan care?

Posted in 2013 Spring Training | 59 Comments