Category Archives: Player Notes

10 Reasons Willie Randolph Hates Ruben Gotay

Posted on June 6, 2007 by Joe Janish

Ruben Gotay was once a prized prospect in the Kansas City Royals organization, their 2004 Minor League Player of the Year and a starter in the Futures Games. Somewhere on his way to be KC’s second baseman of the future, … Continue reading →

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Cheer Mota, Boo Barry

Posted on May 30, 2007 by Joe Janish

There’s at least one pundit pleading that Mets fans who cheer Guillermo Mota and boo Barry Bonds are hypocrites. Actually, just about every media outlet looking to stir up a story and have little other material are belaboring this point. … Continue reading →

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Will Ruben Gotay Play?

Posted on May 23, 2007 by Joe Janish

Someone should introduce Willie Randolph to the skinny kid wearing #6, and let Willie know that the kid plays his old position — second base. Because it’s apparent that Mr. Randolph is unaware that there is someone other than Damion … Continue reading →

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10 Things to Like About Jason Vargas

Posted on May 18, 2007 by Joe Janish

It was only one game, and there’s a good chance it could be his last — at least for a while. And, Jason Vargas gave up five runs — four the result of two gopher balls in the sixth inning. … Continue reading →

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Who Is Jake Gautreau?

Posted on May 16, 2007 by Joe Janish

Omar Minaya made his first trade of 2007, sending a player to be named and cash considerations to the Cleveland Indians for AAA infielder Jake Gautreau. Ho hum. So who is Jake Gautreau and why do we care? First, let’s … Continue reading →

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Urdaneta Down, Burgos Up

Posted on May 14, 2007 by Joe Janish

Willie Randolph announced during the Monday postgame interview that Lino Urdaneta was being sent back down to New Orleans, and Ambiorix Burgos would return to take his place on the roster. Urdaneta made two appearances, totaling one full inning. He … Continue reading →

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Pelfrey Down, Gomez Up

Posted on May 13, 2007 by Joe Janish

For the second consecutive May, the Mets are rushing a 21-year-old, toolsy outfielder up to the big club. Last year, it was Lastings Milledge, the raw talent whose performance received mixed reviews and split Mets fans into two camps: the … Continue reading →

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Mike Pelfrey: Do or Die?

Posted on May 12, 2007 by Joe Janish

Early May is hardly the time to evaluate a Major League Baseball player. Only a month into the season, it can take some time for guys to get into the swing of things, find a rhythm, and make minor mechanical … Continue reading →

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