Category Archives: Spring Training 08

Justin Huber Traded

The Royals have traded Justin Huber — but not to the Mets. Rather, Huber was sent to the San Diego Padres for a player to be named later. Huber was out of options and wasn’t part of KC’s 2008 plans. … Continue reading

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Billy Wagner on Michael Kay

Yesterday marked the first appearance of Billy Wagner on The Michael Kay Show on 1050 ESPN Radio — and it won’t be the last. Wagner will have a regular segment on the show, and I’m having a hard time figuring … Continue reading

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Moises Back in April?

According to an article in the Daily News, Moises Alou could return to the Mets before the end of April — to play in baseball games. Supposedly, Alou is way ahead of schedule in his rehab — currently riding a … Continue reading

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Fifth Starter Options

We spent most of the offseason wondering which veteran starter the Mets would sign as insurance behind Orlando Hernandez and Mike Pelfrey. Yes, way back in November we were concerned with the slight possibility that neither El Duque nor Pelfrey … Continue reading

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Gotay NOT On Waivers

Despite what’s being heard on the airwaves and various internet sources, we’re now hearing that only Steven Register, and not Ruben Gotay, has been placed on waivers. Hat tip to Andrew at The Ropolitans, who dug out the dirt and … Continue reading

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Better Than Reed Johnson

So the Cubs quickly signed Reed Johnson, to the disappointment of many MetsToday readers who thought he would be an ideal RH-hitting outfield option. But the Cubs’ move could make someone available who is a better fit for the Mets: … Continue reading

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Gotay and Register on Waivers?

Hat tips all around to those who posted and sent emails regarding the Mets’ placing Steven Register and Ruben Gotay on waivers. We could all see Gotay going on, since his injury makes him less palatable for other teams. I … Continue reading

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Gomez Up, Humber Down

In case you’re interested, Carlos Gomez has won the starting centerfield job for the Minnesota Twins. Gomez hit .278 with 10 stolen bases in 16 spring training games. Said manager Ron Gardenhire: “Overall, it’s the excitement that he brings. I … Continue reading

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