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About John Fitzgerald

John Fitzgerald is an independent film/TV producer. In 2007, he followed former Mets 2B Wally Backman and his minor league team for the TV show, "Playing for Peanuts." Click here for DVD ordering information NOTE: $5 from each sale goes to maintenance costs of MetsToday.com

Is the NL East the Weakest Division in Baseball?

Posted on May 1, 2009 by John Fitzgerald

It’s WAY too early to know where any division falls in terms of strength or depth, but here are some random facts that I’ve noticed about the NL East so far: The NL East is 10-15 against the Central and … Continue reading →

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Prediction: Dan Warthen Will Be the First to Go

Posted on April 27, 2009 by John Fitzgerald

The Mets are 8-10. They’re in fourth place, but only 3 games behind the struggling first-place Marlins. This week, the Mets take on the Marlins and the Phillies. A strong showing can put them back into first place. But if … Continue reading →

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Mets Sign Lamb, Re-sign Figueroa

Posted on April 25, 2009 by John Fitzgerald

Adam Rubin at The Daily News is reporting that the Mets have signed Mike Lamb to a minor league contract. Lamb, 33, spent spring training with the Brewers. He hit a combined .235 with one homer and 32 RBI in … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 15: Loss to the Cardinals

Posted on April 23, 2009 by John Fitzgerald

Cardinals 12 Mets 8 The Cardinals completed a three-game sweep of the Mets, by a score of 12-8. It wasn’t even that close. Mets starter Livan Hernandez went 4.1 innings, allowing 7 ER on 9 hits and one walk. Reliever … Continue reading →

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NY Post: Dopey Mets Want to Erase Dwight’s Citi Autograph

Posted on April 20, 2009 by John Fitzgerald

The NY Post’s George Willis is reporting that the Mets are up to their old tricks: WHEN Dwight “Doc” Gooden attended the Mets’ Opening Day ceremonies at Citi Field last week, he stopped by the Ebbets Club along the first-base … Continue reading →

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The Nelson Figueroa Era is Probably Over

Posted on April 19, 2009 by John Fitzgerald

MetsBlog is reporting that the Mets have designated Nelson Figueroa for assignment, following the Mets 4-2 loss the Brewers. Figueroa had a decent outing for the Mets as an emergency starter in place of the injured Mike Pelfrey. In order … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 12: Loss to the Brewers

Posted on April 19, 2009 by John Fitzgerald

The Mets dropped the final game of the series, losing to the Brewers by a score of 4-2. Nelson Figueroa did a great job filling in for the injured Mike Pelfrey. Figueroa tossed six innings, allowing 3 runs on 5 … Continue reading →

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The Darren O’Day Era is Probably Over

Posted on April 18, 2009 by John Fitzgerald

Rotoworld is reporting that the Mets have designated reliever Darren O’Day for assignment. O’Day – a Rule 5 pick – will be placed on Rule 5 waivers. If he clears waivers, he will be offered back to the Angels. O’Day’s … Continue reading →

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