Category Archives: Latest Mets News

Mets DFA Emil Brown

Posted on June 6, 2009 by Joe Janish

Before I could get around to announcing Emil Brown’s promotion to the Mets, he’s been designated for assignment. The move is to make room for Ryan Church, who is 100% and ready to contribute. It is assumed Church will start … Continue reading →

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Pirates Trade Nate McLouth to Braves

Posted on June 3, 2009 by Joe Janish

Now we know why the Braves dumped Tom Glavine — to clear payroll. In the second surprising move of the day involving Atlanta, the Braves acquired centerfielder Nate McLouth from the Pirates in exchange for Charlie Morton, Gorkys Hernandez, and … Continue reading →

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Tom Glavine Released

Posted on June 3, 2009 by Joe Janish

Tom Glavine has been released by the Atlanta Braves, just as he was on the brink of returning from shoulder and elbow surgeries. Glavine had just enjoyed a 6-inning, 64-pitch outing in a final tuneup for Rome, an A-level minor … Continue reading →

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Opportunity for Mets – Yankees Tickets

Posted on May 30, 2009 by Joe Janish

According to MetsBlog, you can go to Mets.com now through June 4th to register for an opportunity to purchase tickets for the “subway series” between the Mets and Yankees at the end of this month. To be clear, this registration … Continue reading →

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Ramon Castro Traded to White Sox

Posted on May 29, 2009 by Joe Janish

As had been rumored, catcher Ramon Castro has been traded to the Chicago White Sox in return for RHP Lance Broadway. The deal cements Omir Santos’ place on the 25-man roster as the current backup to the returning Brian Schneider. … Continue reading →

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Mets Acquire Emil Brown

Posted on May 29, 2009 by Joe Janish

The Mets have traded a player to be named later to the Padres in exchange for veteran outfielder Emil Brown. This may not be huge news now, but it could become important later in the season, if either a Mets … Continue reading →

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JJ Putz Kaputz

Posted on May 14, 2009 by Joe Janish

Earlier today, Mets GM Omar Minaya announced that J.J. Putz took an MRI that revealed inflammation in the back of his right elbow. Additionally, it was reported that Putz has a bone spur in that same elbow. Per Minaya: “He’s … Continue reading →

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Figgy Up Niese Down Delgado Unknown

Posted on May 14, 2009 by Joe Janish

Some quick news bites for the New York Mets … Jonathan Niese has been optioned back down to AAA Buffalo after a tough 4-inning start against the Braves. Nelson Figueroa replaces Niese on the 25-man roster, and, presumably, in the … Continue reading →

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