Category Archives: Pitching Staff

It was brought to my attention that my own research suggests that the Phillies’ bullpen should be more worn out than the Mets’. Yet, the Phillies relievers continue to outperform those wearing orange and blue — as well as every … Continue reading →

After last year’s “collapse”, we did something rare here at MetsToday: a statistical analysis. Yes, even an old school guy like me will once in a while check the numbers (though it gives me a headache). For those who weren’t … Continue reading →

Much has been made about the inefficiencies of the Mets bullpen this year. In particular, the number that keeps getting thrown out there is 20 blown saves — 13 of which resulted in losses. I have a brilliant idea, and … Continue reading →

Mets fans are up in arms with the idea that Brian Stokes, rather than Jonathan Niese, will be spot starting this Saturday against the Florida Marlins. After all, isn’t Niese the best pitching prospect in the organization? Isn’t he so … Continue reading →

When the trade deadline came and went without the Mets making even a minor move to improve the team, the explanation was that they were not going to trade a few prospects for “rental” players. Never mind that “rental” Ken … Continue reading →

As mentioned more than a few times this season on MetsToday, John Maine has a minor mechanical flaw in his delivery that is causing his command to be off. If he keeps it up, he’ll have more issues than not … Continue reading →