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, Gotay hit a rut and found himself a non-prospect, dealt away to the Mets in … Read more
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. Not to worry, Mets fans: you are NOT a hypocrite if you boo Barroid and … Read more
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 Easley capable of manning the keystone. Let’s get one thing straight: I’m supportive of Easley, … Read more
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. Hardly impressive. So why would there be any fuss at all about the little lefty? … Read more
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 understand the point of this deal: it was made, essentially, because the Mets promoted Ruben … Read more
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 gave up two hits, including one homerun, and returns to AAA with a 9.00 ERA. … Read more
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 “Free Lastings” movement and the “Milledge Ain’t Ready” group. Today, Carlos Gomez suits up for … Read more
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 adjustments. Also, the weather is just starting to get comfortable, and many players simply don’t … Read more
