Category Archives: 2011 Spring Training

Mets Trade Eddie Kunz

Posted on March 30, 2011 by Joe Janish

In case you haven’t heard, the Mets have traded former first-round pick Eddie Kunz to the Padres for another former first-rounder, Allan Dykstra. This news is over a day old, but I’ve been trying to develop a reaction to it. … Continue reading →

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Will Izzy Go to Philly?

Posted on March 30, 2011 by Joe Janish

If the tweets of Adam Rubin and Steve Popper are any indication, Jason Isringhausen has yet to decide whether or not to accept the Mets’ “offer” of staying in warm and sunny Florida to further build up his arm. Considering … Continue reading →

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Conference Call with Terry Collins

Posted on March 30, 2011 by Joe Janish

I had the pleasure of participating in a conference call with Mets manager Terry Collins on Tuesday night. I didn’t get home in time to record the entire call, so you may want to check out MetsBlog, which has posted … Continue reading →

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Boyer In, Acosta Out, Bay To DL?

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Joe Janish

Contrary to reports from last night, Manny Acosta will NOT make the Mets’ Opening Day roster — he has been designated for assignment — and Blaine Boyer WILL be the final piece to the bullpen puzzle. Personally, I agree with … Continue reading →

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Where Will Nick Evans Wind Up?

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Joe Janish

From all reports, it appears that Carlos Beltran will be on the Mets’ 25-man roster on Opening Day. This despite the fact that Beltran has played all of five innings — as a DH — in an MLB spring training … Continue reading →

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Manny Acosta Makes Final Bullpen Spot?

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Joe Janish

According to The New York Times, the Mets have asked Jason Isringhausen to stay back in Port St. Lucie to further build up his arm strength. Additionally, they have asked Blaine Boyer to consider a minor-league assignment, rather than exercising … Continue reading →

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Ronny Paulino Shut Down

Posted on March 28, 2011 by Joe Janish

On Friday, the Mets shut down Ronny Paulino based on some issues with his blood work. Test results due back either today or tomorrow will hopefully shed more light on the situation.

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Matt Himelfarb Evaluates Mets Final Roster Spots

Posted on March 28, 2011 by Matt Himelfarb

NOTE: this is a post by Matt Himelfarb; please direct your comments to him. With Pedro Beato now a lock to make the big league club, Jason Isringhausen, Manny Acosta, and Blaine Boyer are left to fight it out for … Continue reading →

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