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 Mets Sign Brennan Boesch?

Posted on March 13, 2013 by Joe Janish

The Detroit Tigers have released outfielder Brennan Boesch. Considering the state of their outfield, should the Mets sign Boesch?

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Who is Leading the Mets Center Field Race?

Posted on March 12, 2013 by Joe Janish

After two weeks of spring training games, there may be a leader in the open competition for Mets starting center fielder.

Posted in 2013 Spring Training | 68 Comments

Mets vs. Astros Notes

Posted on March 10, 2013 by Joe Janish

Mets 9 Astros 6 The Mets played a contest against the Astros, who were recently banished to the league that plays an adulterated version of the national pastime. Mets Game Notes Nice three-inning start by Jeremy Hefner, who may very … Continue reading →

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Johan Santana’s 2014 Option Could Kick In

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Joe Janish

While bantering in yesterday’s comments and researching, it was discovered that there is a possibility Johan Santana‘s $25M option for 2014 could kick in automatically.

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Johan Santana’s Lost Weekend

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Joe Janish

The more things change, the more they stay the same …

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Mets Spring Training Game vs. Tigers

Posted on March 2, 2013 by Joe Janish

Mets 6 Tigers 2 Yeah, it’s only spring training, but it’s nice to say your team beat the 2012 AL Champions and their ace starter Justin Verlander.

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Mets Spring Training Game vs. Cardinals

Posted on February 28, 2013 by Joe Janish

Cardinals 12 Mets 4 Never mind the score — these spring training games mean nothing. Really. No, really.

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Giancarlo Stanton To Mets?

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Joe Janish

Would the Marlins trade young superstar slugger Giancarlo Stanton to the Mets? Maybe the real question is, would the Mets trade for Giancarlo Stanton.

Posted in 2013 Spring Training | 28 Comments