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July 24: Saturday Mets Links and Open Thread

Posted on July 24, 2010 by loge mezzanine

The Mets Police – At least one fan thinks the Mets Hall of Fame induction ceremony is a money grab by the Wilpons. Make that two fans. MetsMerizedOnline – Darryl Strawberry thinks the Mets lack swagger. Looks like Fred Wilpon’s … Continue reading →

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Tonight’s Lineup: Kinda Strange

Posted on July 23, 2010 by loge mezzanine

Via Andy Martino at The Daily News: Jose Reyes – SS Luis Castillo – 2B Angel Pagan – RF David Wright – 3B Carlos Beltran – CF Ike Davis – 1B Jason Bay – LF Henry Blanco – C Johan … Continue reading →

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Quotes of the Day: Omar on Jerry, Willie

Posted on July 23, 2010 by loge mezzanine

Omar Minaya on Jerry Manuel’s job status: “Jerry Manuel is our manager. Look, any time you’re going to have a couple of losing streaks, those things are going to pop up. But there’s no discussion at all. Jerry Manuel is … Continue reading →

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Wally Backman Watch: Wally Wins Again, But It Won’t Matter in the End

Posted on July 23, 2010 by loge mezzanine

If the Mets lose their current series in Los Angeles, Wally Backman will likely be managing the team next week. But don’t get your hopes up – Bob Melvin was set to take over the team back in May. Ownership … Continue reading →

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July 23: Morning Mets Links

Posted on July 23, 2010 by loge mezzanine

NY Post – Omar Minaya insists Jerry Manuel will be the Mets manager, going forward. Total disconnect. NY Daily News – Jeff Francoeur loves playing in New York. Oh, he is also requesting a trade. I bet he probably loves … Continue reading →

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July 21, 2010: Afternoon Open Thread

Posted on July 21, 2010 by loge mezzanine

There won’t be any links this afternoon… TONIGHT’S GAME The Mets (49-45) look to salvage the final game of their three-game set with Arizona (36-58). Jon Niese (6-4, 3.44) will face Dan Haren (7-8, 4.60).

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Mets Looking At Qualls, Bottom Line

Posted on July 21, 2010 by loge mezzanine

According to Jeff Fletcher at AOL Fanhouse, the Mets are looking at former Arizona closer Chad Qualls. Qualls has had an awful season, posting a 1-4 record with 12 saves, an ERA of 8.35 and a WHIP of 2.07. Sources … Continue reading →

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Wally Watch: Backman’s Cyclones Win, Still in First Place

Posted on July 21, 2010 by loge mezzanine

As the Mets continue their early swan dive, Wally Backman continues to win in the New York Penn League. Last night, Backman’s Cyclones beat the Lowell Spinners by a score of 7-2. The Cyclones have won eight of their last … Continue reading →

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