Category Archives: Buzz

Mets Make Lowe Offer

Posted on December 31, 2008 by Joe Janish

According to the several sources, including the New York Times, the Mets have offered Derek Lowe a three-year, $36M contract. If the Mets can get Lowe that cheap, I’ll be amazed. I find it hard to believe that no other … Continue reading →

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Mets Like Randy Wolf

Posted on December 15, 2008 by Joe Janish

According to various sources, the Mets are interested in adding Randy Wolf to their 2009 starting rotation. To me, that’s a nice idea — IF the plan is to make him the #5 starter. His lefthandedness is a big advantage … Continue reading →

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Burnett Has Many Suitors

Posted on December 9, 2008 by Joe Janish

It appears that three teams are in the midst of a bidding war for A.J. Burnett. The Braves, Red Sox, and Yankees have all reportedly made offers to the fragile but gifted righthander, who is seeking a five-year deal in … Continue reading →

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Omar Meeting K-Rod Tonight

Posted on December 7, 2008 by Joe Janish

Jon Heyman says that Omar Minaya will meet with Francisco Rodriguez and his agent Paul Kinzer tonight (Sunday) in Las Vegas. So far, no one can confirm a sighting, but my guess is they are behind closed doors in Omar’s … Continue reading →

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Mets Moving Past Lowe?

Posted on November 24, 2008 by Joe Janish

According to John Harper of the Daily News, the Mets did not expect there to be so much demand for Derek Lowe, and that they’re moving on to cheaper options. From the article: The Mets aren’t conceding anything yet, but … Continue reading →

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Why is Casey Blake NOT on the Radar?

Posted on November 23, 2008 by Joe Janish

According to various sources, the Minnesota Twins are ready to make an offer to Casey Blake, a free-agent infielder / outfielder whom Joe Torre credited on many occasions as being nearly as important to the Dodgers’ entrance into the postseason … Continue reading →

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Buzz Around Burnett

Posted on November 19, 2008 by Joe Janish

The Yankees, Red Sox, Braves, Phillies, Orioles, and Blue Jays are all in pursuit of A.J. Burnett, according to various sources. Supposedly, the Yankees are going after Burnett fairly hard, and would like to sign both him and C.C. Sabathia … Continue reading →

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Pedro to Pitch in 2009

Posted on November 18, 2008 by Joe Janish

Word is that Pedro Martinez plans to pitch in 2009. He may as well, since he’s finally healthy. Now the question: should the Mets bring him back? I think they’d be crazy not to — on a one year contract … Continue reading →

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