Category Archives: 09-10 Offseason

Josh Willingham a Target?

Posted on December 6, 2009 by Joe Janish

According to a tweet by Washington Nationals beat writer William Ladson just before he left for the winter meetings, the Mets may be interested in Josh Willingham. Though there are concerns about his defensive skills, Willingham certainly fits the description … Continue reading →

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This Quote Says It All

Posted on December 6, 2009 by Joe Janish

From Ken Rosenthal’s column, in reference to free agent Mark DeRosa’s potential landing spots: “Lesser teams such as the Mets and Nationals also are interested in DeRosa, according to major-league sources. But, like so many free agents, his first choice … Continue reading →

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Blame the Catchers

Posted on December 6, 2009 by Joe Janish

The blame game played by Jerry Manuel extends to his coaching staff and into the offseason. Because now the word from Dan Warthen is that the Mets catchers are to blame for the terrible pitching exhibited by the Flushing Futiles.

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Fernando Martinez Disabled Again

Posted on December 6, 2009 by Joe Janish

Top Mets prospect Fernando Martinez is off the field again, this time suffering from blister problems. F-Mart is currently on the roster of Escogido in the Dominican Winter League. From Adam Rubin’s report on the issue: The continued trouble has … Continue reading →

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Free Agent Evaluation: Catchers

Posted on December 4, 2009 by Joe Janish

Despite already having a competent backup in Omir Santos, the Mets have signed two backup catchers — Chris Coste and Henry Blanco — and are in the market for a starting backstop. We know Omar Minaya has his eye on … Continue reading →

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Braves Sign Takashi Saito

Posted on December 3, 2009 by Joe Janish

In a matter of 48 hours, the Braves have rebuilt their bullpen. A day after signing Billy Wagner to be their closer, Atlanta wasted no time in locking up a setup man — Takashi Saito. Saito was signed to a … Continue reading →

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Mets Sign Henry Blanco

Posted on December 3, 2009 by Joe Janish

It’s not yet official, but it’s as good as done — the Mets have signed Henry Blanco to a $1.5M contract, pending a physical. Hat tip to MetsBlog. Even though the agreement is in place, and Blanco is on his … Continue reading →

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Phillies Sign Placido Polanco

Posted on December 3, 2009 by Joe Janish

So glad the Mets aren’t the only ones in the NL East making unusual free agent signings. The Phillies have signed Gold Glove second baseman Placido Polanco to a three-year, $18M contract to play third base. I like Polanco — … Continue reading →

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