Contrary to the previous report posted right here, Howard Johnson’s job as hitting coach is safe — for the moment. Turns out the Mets’ management is completely dysfunctional and in as much disarray as you might imagine. Somehow, some way, someone convinced somebody that making a change right now was not the right decision. That … Read more
According to sources close to the situation, Howard Johnson will be relieved of his duties as batting coach for the New York Mets. You may have read or heard Jon Heyman’s report that “there has been no discussion of Howard Johnson” and that Jerry Manuel’s job is “safe”. Kevin Burkhardt is tweeting similar “news”. However, … Read more
After going 2-9 on their Left Coast trip, the Mets are sinking fast in the standings. They are now 50-49, which may satisfy Omar Minaya’s goal of “being around .500”. Further, the offense has sputtered and died like a 1974 Ford Pinto, getting shut out an incomprehensible 4 times in 10 days. That would be … Read more
According to Jeff Fletcher at AOL Fanhouse, the Mets are looking at former Arizona closer Chad Qualls. Qualls has had an awful season, posting a 1-4 record with 12 saves, an ERA of 8.35 and a WHIP of 2.07. Sources close to the Mets continue to tell us that the Mets will not add payroll … Read more
According to ESPN columnist Jayson Stark, via Twitter: According to sources close to the situation, a Jayson Werth trade is imminent and further, the Phillies have stepped up their efforts to acquire an arm with the news that Jamie Moyer has an elbow strain. With Werth slumping badly lately, the Phillies are looking to dump … Read more
With sources confirming to the Daily News’ Mark Feinsand that Lee is about to become a Yankee in a package that includes top catching prospect Jesus Montero, what had long been clear became nearly official: The Mets–because Ike Davis and Jon Niese are no longer prospects but important contributors to the major league team–could not … Read more
FoxSports is reporting that the Rangers are currently the frontrunner in the Cliff Lee sweepstakes. The main stumbling block appears to be the Rangers’ reluctance to part with prospect Justin Smoak, however Smoak’s inclusion could help alleviate problems related to the team’s bankruptcy: The Rangers’ ongoing sale — through a bankruptcy process — is a … Read more
