Category Archives: 09-10 Offseason

More Big Signings

Posted on February 12, 2010 by Joe Janish

Just when you thought the Mets were “done” re-vamping the roster this offseason, they go out and add more lukewarm bodies to the cause. In addition to officially announcing the signing of Mike Jacobs to a minor-league deal, the Mets … Continue reading →

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Manuel Will Focus on Pitching and Defense

Posted on February 11, 2010 by Joe Janish

Pitchers and catchers have yet to report, yet we’re already being treated to “Manuel Being Manuel”. A few weeks ago on MetsBlog, it was reported that Jerry Manuel will be focusing on pitching and defense this year: “Pitching and defense, … Continue reading →

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Mike Jacobs Returns to Mets

Posted on February 10, 2010 by Joe Janish

After four seasons away from Flushing, Mike Jacobs returns to the Mets. Jacobs signed a minor-league contract with the Mets, and though I’ve always been a huge fan of his and happy to see his return, it seems like a … Continue reading →

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Mets Pick Up Pridie, Entertain Endy

Posted on February 10, 2010 by Joe Janish

In a bold move to bolster the roster, the Mets claimed Twins outfielder Jason Pridie off waivers; they DFA’d former Rutgers pitcher Jack Egbert to make room for Pridie on the 40-man roster. Pridie was once a promising prospect in … Continue reading →

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Hearn for Cone Revisited

Posted on February 9, 2010 by Joe Janish

Last night I watched “Prime 9” on the MLB Network last night; it was the episode titled “Top 9 Greatest One-sided Trades”. The #8 trade on the list was the Mets’ trade of Ed Hearn to the Royals for David … Continue reading →

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Mets Free Agent Evaluation

Posted on February 8, 2010 by Joe Janish

It appears that the Mets are done signing free agents this winter. Let’s take a look at the final tally of those given guaranteed MLB deals and play the “would you have … ?” game. Yes, there’s no guarantee that … Continue reading →

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Super Thoughts

Posted on February 7, 2010 by Joe Janish

Every day, news swirling around the Mets becomes more depressing. Not surprisingly, the Flushing Hype Machine is clinging to any bit of positive information — no matter how trite — and pushing it fervently to keep fans’ hopes alive. So … Continue reading →

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Hudson to Twins, Kennedy to Nationals

Posted on February 5, 2010 by Joe Janish

Gold Glove second baseman Orlando Hudson has signed a one-year deal with the Minnesota Twins, prompting the Nationals to sign Adam Kennedy as their second sacker. Thus, it appears that Mets fans will endure another year of Luis Castillo at … Continue reading →

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