Category Archives: Spring Training 08

Say Goodbye to the Kids

Posted on March 9, 2008 by Joe Janish

The first wave of cuts has occurred in Mets camp. The following players have been optioned to minor league camp for “reassignment”: LHP Adam Bostick RHP Robert Parnell RHP Eddie Kunz RHP Juan Padilla RHP Andy Cavazos RHP Brant Rustich … Continue reading →

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Totally Stoked

Posted on March 9, 2008 by Joe Janish

When the Mets announced the purchase of Brian Stokes from Tampa Bay at the end of November, it was hard to get excited. After all, there were whispers then that Johan Santana was available, plus the Mets were showing no … Continue reading →

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Pelfrey’s Curveball

Posted on March 8, 2008 by Joe Janish

So what was that pitch Mike Pelfrey was throwing in today’s split-squad game against the Marlins? Pelfrey was definitely throwing a good, hard sinker, on both sides of the plate. He might have thrown a changeup here and there but … Continue reading →

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Righthanded Hitter Found

Posted on March 8, 2008 by Joe Janish

Last March — the 28th, to be exact — I thought Jorge Cantu might be made available by the then-Devil Rays, and figured he’d be a perfect fit for the Mets. At the time, the Mets’ second base position was … Continue reading →

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Poor Subject of Conversation

Posted on March 8, 2008 by Joe Janish

During the CW11 telecast of the Mets-Marlins game, announcers Keith Hernandez and Kevin Burkhardt spent several minutes discussing the Florida Marlins. Specifically, the “fact” that the Marlins would be unable to compete this year, how they couldn’t hold on to … Continue reading →

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Show Me a Starter

Posted on March 8, 2008 by Joe Janish

In his latest bid to take claim of the fifth starter spot, Mike Pelfrey didn’t fare too well. The man who relieved him, however, didn’t look so bad. Scott Schoeneweis came into a bases loaded situation and struck out Mike … Continue reading →

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Outfield Options

Posted on March 7, 2008 by Joe Janish

On the Trade Block Randy Winn Winn’s been rumored to be coming east since last June. The hapless, rebuilding Giants have little use for him, and need to get something decent in return for him now while he still has … Continue reading →

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Trade Must Be Made

Posted on March 7, 2008 by Joe Janish

While I’m liking what Angel Pagan is doing, I’d be surprised if the Mets didn’t look outside the organization for a veteran outfielder — they’ve reached that stage of evolution where they’re not going to go forth with no-names at … Continue reading →

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