Category Archives: 07-08 Offseason

Aaron Heilman avoided arbitration and signed a one-year contract for a measly $1.2M. OK, walking away from the fantasy world of MLB and in the reality we all live in, that’s a really sweet salary. For example, I’ll be lucky … Continue reading →

Finally, the Mets agreed to terms with Jose Valentin, giving him a minor league contract and extending him an invitation to spring training. Thank goodness … after Miguel Cairo signed with the Mariners, there was a very real, very scary … Continue reading →

At least they finished first in something — the New York Mets topped the National League in average player salary with $4.5 millon, according to figures released by MLB. The Yankees, of course, led all of MLB for the 100th … Continue reading →

For those who recall the “greatest infield ever”, you should know the name Robin Ventura. Ventura was a major part of the Mets’ success in 1999 and 2000, stroking big clutch hits and flashing gold glove defense at third base. … Continue reading →

We did a half-month report on player movement just a few days ago, but with spring training commencement so close, teams are in a mad rush to sign free-agents and send out ST invites. A few slightly interesting pickups in … Continue reading →

Former Met utilityman Super Joe McEwing has hung ’em up, retiring as a player and joining the Charlotte Knights minor league team as a coach. The Knights are affiliated with the Chicago White Sox and play in the International League … Continue reading →