Category Archives: 12-13 Offseason

What It Will Take To Acquire Justin Upton – And Why the Mets Should Do It

Posted on November 12, 2012 by Matt Himelfarb

If there’s one player in baseball capable of solving the myriad problems facing the Mets in 2012, it’s Justin Upton. He plays the outfield. He’s right-handed. He’s not Jason Bay. He’s signed to a fairly team friendly deal through 2015. … Continue reading →

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Carter’s Harley on Auction for Charity

Posted on November 8, 2012 by Paul Festa

Gary Carter’s Harley is to be put up for auction to benefit the Autism Project of Palm Beach County.  Here are the details: The Harley Davidson motorcycle owned by the Mets late, great Hall of Fame catcher Gary Carter will go on the … Continue reading →

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What Would You Trade for Justin Upton?

Posted on November 8, 2012 by Joe Janish

Considering that this offseason is likely to be almost exciting as last year for Mets fans, I’d like to spice things up by posing questions to you periodically in a series titled “Would You …?”. The questions may be realistic, … Continue reading →

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Happy Bays Are Here Again

Posted on November 7, 2012 by Paul Festa

The Mets and Jason Bay have agreed to part ways. “Jason has a tremendous work ethic. There was never any question about it,” Sandy Alderson said in a statement.  “Unfortunately, the results weren’t there and we are in a results-oriented … Continue reading →

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Re-engineering the Mets

Posted on November 7, 2012 by Joe Janish

While researching one thing or another, I happened upon a fantastic piece of history penned by Alan Schwarz in New York Magazine titled “Re-engineering the Mets.” It was published, I think, at some point prior to the 2004 season. Schwarz … Continue reading →

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Mets Free Agents: Who Would You Keep?

Posted on November 7, 2012 by Joe Janish

In case you missed it, the following 2012 Mets are now free agents: Scott Hairston, Jon Rauch, Ramon Ramirez, Ronny Cedeno, Kelly Shoppach, Tim Byrdak and Chris Young. Which of these seven wonders would you bring back in 2013, if … Continue reading →

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What If Pedro Martinez Didn’t Sign with the Mets?

Posted on November 6, 2012 by Joe Janish

So, last night I was watching Bob Costas’ “Studio 42” interview with Pedro Martinez. One of the discussion points was Pedro’s leaving Boston for the Mets, and Martinez made very clear that he wanted very much to stay in Boston, … Continue reading →

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2012 Analysis: Jeremy Hefner

Posted on November 6, 2012 by Joe Janish

Once July came around, there wasn’t much for baseball fans in Queens to root for. Outsiders would likely chuckle at the idea that Mets fans found it thrilling when a journeyman minor leaguer such as Jeremy Hefner made a start. … Continue reading →

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