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Mets Game 9: Loss to the Padres

Posted on April 17, 2009 by John Fitzgerald

Hey gang – I’ll be filling in for Joe while he spends the weekend studying abroad. The Mets dropped the first series at their new ballpark with a painful 6-5 loss to the Padres. At times, it seemed like starting … Continue reading →

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Endy Chavez Stealing a Job

Posted on April 16, 2009 by Joe Janish

Where They Are Now: Endy Chavez Former fan favorite Endy Chavez is making the most of his opportunity to play in Seattle, batting .405 with 15 hits and 3 stolen bases in the first nine games of the season. He’s … Continue reading →

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Citi Field Firsts

Posted on April 14, 2009 by Joe Janish

The first homerun, the first balk, the first feline encroachment, the first narcissistic celebrity interview, and more — it was a night of “firsts” at Citi Field, and we list them all. Continue reading →

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Mets Game 7: Loss to Padres

Posted on April 13, 2009 by Joe Janish

The opening of Citi Field was spoiled by San Diego, as another outfield error cost the Mets the ballgame. Well, actually, it was an outfield error, a balk, poor starting pitching, and an inability to hit a journeyman Mexican Leaguer. Continue reading →

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Mets Game 6: Loss to Marlins

Posted on April 12, 2009 by Joe Janish

Johan Santana struck out 13 batters in seven innings, but in the end it was Marlins starter Josh Johnson still standing as the victor of a good old-fashioned pitcher’s duel. Continue reading →

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Mets Game 5: Win Over Marlins

Posted on April 11, 2009 by Joe Janish

Livan lulled the Fish to sleep, and the Mets offense woke up. But all is not yet right with the Mets’ performance when it comes to hitting with runners in scoring position. Continue reading →

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Teaching Old Dogs New Tricks

Posted on April 11, 2009 by Joe Janish

You can’t teach an old dog new tricks — so why is anyone surprised at Luis Castillo’s failure as a run producer? Continue reading →

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Mets Game 4: Loss to Marlins

Posted on April 10, 2009 by Joe Janish

The more things change, the more they stay the same. The latest version of the “new” Mets fought to the end, but it was the bullpen that blew the game, allowing the Marlins to remain undefeated and on top of the NL East. Continue reading →

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