09-10 Offseason – Page 11

How About Miguel Cabrera?

December 19, 2009 by Joe Janish

miguel-cabrera-2 While we wait for Jason Bay to make up his mind about playing in Flushing, we may as well consider other alternatives.

During a “hot stove huddle” a few days ago, a rabid and intelligent Mets fan named “Kevin K” proposed that Omar Minaya make a deal for Miguel Cabrera. The more I think about it, the more it makes a lot of sense.

While many eschew him for his weight issues, sloth-like movements in the field, and questionable effort, there’s one thing about Miguel Cabrera that cannot be dismissed:

Igarashi May Sing God Bless America

December 18, 2009 by Joe Janish

We may have to start a Ryota Igarashi series to chronicle all the plans, activities, and goals developed by the Mets’ newest free agent signee. Check out this tidbit that was posted earlier this month on our new favorite Japanese blog, YakyuBaka.com: Ryota Igarashi still doesn’t have an MLB home, but that hasn’t stopped him … Read more

Igarashi Wants to Throw 100 MPH

December 18, 2009 by Joe Janish

Newly signed import Ryota Igarashi is the owner of the fastest ball thrown in Japan, a 98-MPH heater. However, his goal is to hit triple digits, and he believes the harder clay mounds in the USA will give him that opportunity (do they play on sand in Japan?). From Yakyubaka.com: Ryota Igarashi is apparently interested … Read more

Too Many Latinos?

December 18, 2009 by Joe Janish

James K at Amazin Avenue puts to rest the theory that Omar Minaya only seeks Latin players Chris Wilcox at BlueAndOrange comments on Minaya’s new course of action Roger Cormier at Fonzie Forever chronicles the past decade of baseball Also at Fonzie Forever, Brian shows stats that make Aaron Harang look a lot like John … Read more

Winter Plan Complete as Mets Sign Weijgertse and Hato

December 17, 2009 by Joe Janish

The Mets continued their aggressive international scavenger hunt, signing Kevin Weijgertse and Bjorn Hato of Holland. The 18-year-old phenoms first attracted attention at a European showcase in North Carolina held during November. Weijgertse is a third baseman / first baseman and Hato is primarily an outfielder with good speed. And with that, it appears the … Read more

Ryota Igarashi: Mechanical Evaluation

December 17, 2009 by Joe Janish

The Mets and Ryota Igarashi have reached an agreement on a two-year deal. The 30-year-old Japanese hurler is expected to compete for the setup role in front of Francisco Rodriguez. I’ve never seen him pitch (other than the video below) and therefore cannot comment on his skillset or demeanor. However, Patrick Newman of the outstanding … Read more

Mets Hot Stove Huddle

December 17, 2009December 17, 2009 by Joe Janish

In case you missed it — and you know who you are if you did — the Mets Hot Stove Huddle organized by BlueAndOrange.net was a great success.

Those who participated in town hall style Q&A panels included

Broadway a Blue Jay and Other News

December 16, 2009 by Joe Janish

In a twist of irony, Lance Broadway has signed with the Blue Jays. Broadway was non-tendered by the Mets seven months after acquiring him in a trade with the White Sox for Ramon Castro. Castro agreed to terms with the Blue Jays a few days ago. Meanwhile, free-agent righthander Jason Marquis announced he is a … Read more