Category Archives: 09-10 Offseason

Reactions to the Putz Affair

Posted on February 3, 2010 by Joe Janish

The fallout from J.J. Putz’s comments about his injured elbow has been substantial — seemingly everyone has an opinion on who was right, wrong, negligent, distrustful, unbecoming, irresponsible, and so forth. Two reactions in particular struck a chord with me … Continue reading →

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Reds Trade Willy Taveras

Posted on February 2, 2010 by Joe Janish

The Reds have sent centerfielder Willy Taveras and infielder Adam Rosales to the Athletics for utilityman Aaron Miles and a PTBNL. This trade has perked up the ears of some Mets fans and pundits, who are now wondering if it … Continue reading →

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No Physical for JJ Putz

Posted on February 1, 2010 by Joe Janish

While being interviewed by Chuck Garfien on Comcast Chicago (hat tip to MetsBlog), J.J. Putz admitted that he had bone spur in his elbow long before his trade from the Mariners to the Mets, the Mets were aware of it, … Continue reading →

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Mets Sign Frank Catalanotto

Posted on February 1, 2010 by Joe Janish

Over the weekend, the Mets signed Frank Catalanotto to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training. It’s about time. If you are a longtime reader of MetsToday, you know I’ve been pining for Catalanotto for several years … Continue reading →

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Rose-colored Glasses

Posted on January 30, 2010 by Joe Janish

Omar Minaya danced around discussed several subjects during his recent appearance on SNY, attempting to paint a positive picture of the 2010 Mets. One issue in particular that struck me as disconcerting was his evaulation of the current Mets’ pitching … Continue reading →

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Mets Sign Josh Fogg

Posted on January 30, 2010 by Joe Janish

According to Troy Renck of the Denver Post, the Mets have signed veteran starter Josh Fogg to a minor-league deal. Considering the Mets’ multiple question marks throughout the pitching staff, I see this as a smart, shrewd signing. In essence, … Continue reading →

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Mets Sign Fernando Tatis

Posted on January 30, 2010 by Joe Janish

The Mets have signed Fernando Tatis to a one-year contract. According to various sources, Tatis agreed to less than the $1.7M salary he received in 2009. So, you could say he gave the Mets a “hometown discount”. As mentioned a … Continue reading →

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Garland, Sheets Off the Table

Posted on January 27, 2010 by Joe Janish

Remove the garland from the Christmas tree, and get Lazy Mary to pull the sheets from her bed. A little late on this, but reporting it so you can post your comments — Ben Sheets agreed to a one-year, $10M … Continue reading →

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