Author Archives: Paul Festa

About Paul Festa

Paul is a freelance writer, blogger, and broadcast technology professional residing in Denver. A New Jersey native, he is a long-suffering Mets fan, a recently-happy Giants fan, and bewildered Islanders fan. He's also a fair-weather Avalanche and Rockies supporter. In his spare time, he enjoys the three Gs: Golf, Guitars, and Games.

Blog Roundup: Financial Edition

Posted on March 20, 2012 by Paul Festa

The heavyweight court bout between Wilpon, Katz, and company vs. Irving Picard ended in a…well, sort of split decision.  All in all, it was good news for the owners of the Mets, as Fred, Jeff, and Uncle Saul only had … Continue reading →

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Blog Roundup: Faith and Fear

Posted on March 15, 2012 by Paul Festa

Smack dab in the middle of Spring Training, Mets fans teem with both faith and fear.  There’s reason for hope, like in any Spring Training camp in the league, but there’s also cause for concern.  David Wright revealed his malady: … Continue reading →

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The Mets Might be OK IF…

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Paul Festa

For all the strikes the Mets have against them this year, their biggest single issue continues to be team health. Yes, Jose Reyes, Carlos Beltran, and Francisco Rodriguez all wear different uniforms now.  Yes, they are buried in a mountain … Continue reading →

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Blog Roundup: Johansanity

Posted on March 12, 2012 by Paul Festa

The big story this Spring has been the comeback of Johan Santana.  Johan missed over a year following shoulder surgery to repair a torn anterior capsule.  His recovery will be a difficult one, if history is any indication.  But so … Continue reading →

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Santana Debuts, Throws Two Innings

Posted on March 6, 2012 by Paul Festa

Johan Santana made his Spring debut with the Mets today after missing over a year with a torn anterior capsule injury. Facing the Cardinals, Santana pitched 2 innings, allowing no runs on 1 hit, 1 walk, and no strikeouts.  He … Continue reading →

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Nails Nailed

Posted on March 5, 2012 by Paul Festa

As if the Mets don’t already have enough problems with their current team, a prominent member of their past received some bad news today. Former outfielder Lenny Dykstra was sentenced to three years in prison for grand theft auto and providing … Continue reading →

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Blog Roundup: Leap Year Edition

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Paul Festa

We only get to do this every 4 years or so: The Leap Year Edition of the Blog Roundup!  As a bonus, Spring Training is well underway on the 29th day of February, and there’s already much to talk about. … Continue reading →

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Mets Hall of Fame: The Roberto Alomar Wing

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Paul Festa

It’s a little-known fact that the Mets have a special wing of their team hall of fame.  It’s reserved for players who meet the following criteria: A player who puts up awesome numbers every year until the exact moment he … Continue reading →

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