Category Archives: Around the Blogs

Blog Roundup: Optimism in Metsville

Posted on April 10, 2012 by Paul Festa

Following a rough offseason and uninspiring Pre-Season, the Mets are off to a surprising 4-0 start.  Too early to clear your October schedule?  Yes.  Too early to feel good about your favorite ballclub?  No.  With all the darkness that has … Continue reading →

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Blog Roundup: Happy Opening Day!

Posted on April 5, 2012 by Paul Festa

After an offseason of litigation, anxiety, hand-wringing, gloomy forecasts, exoduses, rumors, accusations, malaise, and fear of the unknown, opening day is finally here – the annual reminder of why we love this game.  The long, cold winter melts away to … Continue reading →

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Blog Roundup: Almost There

Posted on April 3, 2012 by Paul Festa

Earlier today, word leaked that Bobby Parnell could be used as a spot starter.  Then word leaked he might be the first out of the bullpen in a John Q. Bullpen situation (multiple relievers pitch multiple innings in place of … Continue reading →

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Blog Roundup: Big News Day

Posted on March 22, 2012 by Paul Festa

Wednesday was a big news day in the world of sports, mostly in the NFL.  But the best news for the Mets didn’t include the words “Tebow” or “Saints.”  Johan Santana breezed through the World Champion Cardinals’ opening day lineup … Continue reading →

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Blog Roundup: Financial Edition

Posted on March 20, 2012 by Paul Festa

The heavyweight court bout between Wilpon, Katz, and company vs. Irving Picard ended in a…well, sort of split decision.  All in all, it was good news for the owners of the Mets, as Fred, Jeff, and Uncle Saul only had … Continue reading →

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Blog Roundup: Faith and Fear

Posted on March 15, 2012 by Paul Festa

Smack dab in the middle of Spring Training, Mets fans teem with both faith and fear.  There’s reason for hope, like in any Spring Training camp in the league, but there’s also cause for concern.  David Wright revealed his malady: … Continue reading →

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Blog Roundup: Johansanity

Posted on March 12, 2012 by Paul Festa

The big story this Spring has been the comeback of Johan Santana.  Johan missed over a year following shoulder surgery to repair a torn anterior capsule.  His recovery will be a difficult one, if history is any indication.  But so … Continue reading →

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Blog Roundup: Leap Year Edition

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Paul Festa

We only get to do this every 4 years or so: The Leap Year Edition of the Blog Roundup!  As a bonus, Spring Training is well underway on the 29th day of February, and there’s already much to talk about. … Continue reading →

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