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Why Back to Back?

Posted on August 3, 2009 by Joe Janish

Recent news funneling from Flushing and Port St. Lucie is that both Billy Wagner and J.J. Putz are on the mend and could be back in big league uniforms within the next few weeks. Wagner is ahead of Putz, as … Continue reading →

Posted in Bullpen Blueprint, Mets Injuries, Pitching Staff | Tagged billy wagner, bullpen, jerry manuel, jj putz, relievers | 4 Comments

No Rest for Pedro Feliciano

Posted on June 22, 2009 by Joe Janish

According to the data gathered in the Bullpen Blueprint, a total of 24 pitchers on pennant-contending teams pitched on zero rest (back to back days) 17 times or more last year. The pitcher who threw on back-to-back days most often … Continue reading →

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Burning the K-Rod at Both Ends

Posted on June 11, 2009 by Joe Janish

Francisco Rodriguez pitched two innings in last night’s loss, but Mets manager Jerry Manuel assured reporters after the game that his high-priced closer would be “ready to go” in the series finale tonight. After all, he’d thrown “less than 30 … Continue reading →

Posted in Bullpen Blueprint, Pitching Staff | Tagged angels, dan warthen, francisco rodriguez, jerry manuel, k-rod, mike scioscia | 4 Comments

Is the Bullpen Overused?

Posted on April 23, 2009 by Joe Janish

A recent article on the SNY website suggests that the Mets could already be burning out their bullpen. A novel thought … and something I suggested on several occasions last year. Is it possible that the Mets’ bullpen woes last … Continue reading →

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The Darren O’Day Era is Probably Over

Posted on April 18, 2009 by John Fitzgerald

Rotoworld is reporting that the Mets have designated reliever Darren O’Day for assignment. O’Day – a Rule 5 pick – will be placed on Rule 5 waivers. If he clears waivers, he will be offered back to the Angels. O’Day’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Bullpen Blueprint, Latest Post | Tagged darren o'day, mike pelfrey, nelson figueroa | 6 Comments

Aaron Heilman: Most Abused Pitcher in Baseball?

Posted on October 9, 2008 by Joe Janish

Was Aaron Heilman the most abused pitcher in baseball in 2008? Look at the numbers and judge for yourself. His 1486 pitches thrown were tied for the second-most in MLB among “pure” relievers — pitchers who did not make any … Continue reading →

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Bullpen Blueprint – Teasers Coming

Posted on October 9, 2008 by Joe Janish

Last week I began researching an article about the management (and mismanagement) of big league bullpens in 2008. However, what began as an article turned into a treatise — the document is currently over 20 pages long (and growing) and … Continue reading →

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