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.

Sandy Alderson Almost Promises Excitement in 2013

Posted on January 18, 2013 by Joe Janish

Yesterday, Mets GM Sandy Alderson spoke with Mike Francesa on WFAN. Here are the highlights.

Posted in 12-13 Offseason | 9 Comments

Mets Invite Five To Spring Training

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Joe Janish

You’ve been dying to hear some real, legitimate news that is somehow related to the Mets. Well, your dreams have been answered.

Posted in 12-13 Offseason | 1 Comment

Hot Stove Updates

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Joe Janish

The big news, of course, is the Mike Morse trade. However, there were a few other sizzlings on the Hot Stove.

Posted in 12-13 Offseason | 1 Comment

Mike Morse Traded to Mariners

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Joe Janish

The busy Nationals have sent slugger Mike Morse back to whence he came.

Posted in 12-13 Offseason | 3 Comments

Soriano Signs with Nationals and Other Hot Stove Simmerings

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Joe Janish

Rafael Soriano is now a National treasure.

Posted in 12-13 Offseason | 6 Comments

Berkman, Blanco Find Employment

Posted on January 14, 2013 by Joe Janish

Longtime MLB veterans Lance Berkman and Henry Blanco have signed contracts for 2013.

Posted in 12-13 Offseason | 4 Comments

Sammy Sosa’s New Business Venture: Injex

Posted on January 13, 2013 by Joe Janish

Some things you just can’t make up.

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Sele Not Elected to HOF

Posted on January 10, 2013 by Joe Janish

The Baseball Writers Association of America (BBWAA) announced that no one was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame this year. Former Met Aaron Sele received only 0.2% of the vote — falling far short of the 5% necessary to … Continue reading →

Posted in 12-13 Offseason | 9 Comments