Category Archives: Inside Looks

Inside Look: Cardinals

Fellow ESPN SweetSpot blogger Matthew Philip agreed to do a Q&A regarding the St. Louis Cardinals. I meant to get this up prior to the series, but it’s still relevant and insightful. Matthew is the lead blogger for “Fungoes“, which … Continue reading

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Inside Look: Washington Nationals

The Mets host the Washington Nationals for a three-game set this weekend, and the series loser will likely be in the NL cellar come Monday. Bet you didn’t think of that, did you? Kind of scary, but true. Both teams … Continue reading

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Inside Look: Mets vs. Astros

After sweeping the Braves out of Shea, the New York Mets begin a weekend series tonight against the Houston Astros. The Astros come in with a 64-63 record, which is respectable, but puts them in fourth place, 14 games behind … Continue reading

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Inside Look: Colorado Rockies

The “new” Mets, led by interim manager Jerry Manuel, head to the hills to play the Colorado Rockies for a three-game weekend series. Last year’s NL Champions are having a tough time so far this season, struggling with a 31-42 … Continue reading

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Inside Look: Nationals Park

The Nats have a new stadium this year, so I thought it might be interesting to ask a few questions of a Washington fan to learn more about it. Herewith a quick Q & A with Chris Needham of Capitol … Continue reading

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Inside Look: Chicago Cubs

The Mets are in Wrigleyville for a two-game set, playing the 2007 NL Central Champion Chicago Cubs. The Cubs return as the favorites in 2008, led again by skipper Lou Piniella, sluggers Alfonso Soriano, Aramis Ramirez, and Derrek Lee, and … Continue reading

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Inside Look: Washington Nationals

Usually we do these “inside looks” before a series begins, but Willie Randolph’s lineup changes have inspired me to “mix it up a little”. That said, this time around we’re getting the Nationals fan’s point of view at the end … Continue reading

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Inside Look: Milwaukee Brewers

The Brewers come to town for a three game weekend series, and the Mets won’t see them again until September (makes you think they’re still in the American League). Last year, the Brew Crew rode the bats of Prince Fielder … Continue reading

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