Category Archives: Opinion and Analysis

More Mets On the Move?

Posted on July 28, 2011 by Joe Janish

With the trading deadline less than three days away, and Carlos Beltran off to San Francisco, one has to believe that the Mets are still wheeling and dealing — despite the public poker face displayed by Sandy Alderson. So what … Continue reading →

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Where to Shop Chris Capuano

Posted on July 28, 2011 by Joe Janish

Carlos Beltran has been traded — now what? Is Chris Capuano next?

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Zach Attack: The Wheeler Era Begins

Posted on July 28, 2011 by Dan Capwell

So, who is this Zach Wheeler and why should we be happy he is a New York Met? Well, for openers, Wheeler is the textbook example of “live arm,” having a 10.7 K/9 ratio in low-A in 2010. Zach is … Continue reading →

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Where To Shop Jason Isringhausen

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Joe Janish

K-Rod is gone and we’ve covered Carlos Beltran. Next on the trading block is Jason Isringhausen, who has proven to be healthy and effective in a setup role for the Mets. Do you know how many teams can use an … Continue reading →

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Appreciating Beltran Before He’s Gone

Posted on July 19, 2011 by Kyle Schnitzer

NOTE: This is a post by Kyle Schnitzer. Please direct your comments to him. “El Esta Aqui, El Esta Aquiii” the little jingle that gets stuck in every Mets fans head after every game. Who knew such a playful tune … Continue reading →

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Jason Isringhausen: Circle Complete

Posted on July 16, 2011 by Kyle Schnitzer

Jason Isringhausen is not supposed to be in discussion to close for the Mets. Jason Isringhausen is not supposed to be in baseball. Yet, Jason Isringhausen is now one of the Mets closers. He went from a feel good story … Continue reading →

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PTBNLs from the Brewers

Posted on July 15, 2011 by Dan Capwell

NOTE: This is a post by new MetsToday contributor Dan Capwell. Please direct your comments to him. -Joe The last time the Mets traded an overpriced closer to a contending team for 2 PTBNL, they ended up getting Chris Carter … Continue reading →

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Why Carlos Beltran Will Get Traded

Posted on July 15, 2011 by Joe Janish

MetsToday commenter “hart” had this to say in regard to the Carlos Beltran situation: Surprised how many people seem to be buying into the possibility that Alderson might keep Beltran for a playoff push, whereas it seems pretty clear to … Continue reading →

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