Category Archives: News Notes Rumors

I Sing the Body Electric

I’ve been waiting three years to use that headline. You may have read or seen the news that people were lining up outside the SNY studios as early as 3am yesterday to audition for a chance to sing the national … Continue reading

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Another Bad Commercial

A few days ago I asked what was the point or joke of the Jose Reyes / 2K8 commercial. FYI, I’m still waiting for someone to ‘splain. Now there’s another commercial on SNY that is extremely bothersome to me, for … 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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Steve Trachsel Causing Global Warming

Al Gore may have a contract out on Steve Trachsel, as Trax may be partially responsible for global warming (if there is such a thing). Apparently, Japanese baseball is changing the rules to speed up the game, in an effort … Continue reading

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Brad Lidge Back

Brad Lidge — the most prominent offseason acquisition by the Philadelphia Phillies — has already returned from knee surgery and pitched one inning in minor league intrasquad action yesterday. According to Lidge (from the Canadian Press): “I felt great with … Continue reading

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Swirling, Sniffing, and Sipping

Last week you may have read on MetsBlog that Johan Santana, Jose Reyes, and Brian Schneider lent their names and images to wine bottles to raise money for several charities. The wines will be called “Santana’s Select”, “CaberReyes”, and “Schneider … Continue reading

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This Bud’s For You

The long-awaited news of whether or not Budweiser will be available at Citi Field has finally been announced: no worries, Bud will be poured at Shea this season and be a “signature partner” at Citi Field. Personally, I would have … Continue reading

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The Mets Are Green – After 17th

Yes, the Mets are green, but it has nothing to do with St. Paddy’s Day. Unlike previous years, the Mets did not wear green uniforms today — though they did make sure the grass was green. And no, Shawn Green … Continue reading

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