Monthly Archives: August 2007

Mets Game 134: Win Over Braves

Posted on August 31, 2007 by Joe Janish

Mets 7 Braves 1 Ahhh … that’s much better. The Mets broke their five-game slide with a big win over the Braves, getting strong performances from several individuals. In the series preview, I implored John Maine to throw a nine-inning … Continue reading →

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The Better Team

Posted on August 31, 2007 by Joe Janish

As isuzudude remarked: The Phillies were the better team, so tip your hat and move on. Unfortunately, ‘dude is right — the Phillies WERE the better team, and they ARE the better team, right now. Let’s face it — the … Continue reading →

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Series Preview: Mets vs. Braves V

Posted on August 31, 2007 by Joe Janish

The Mets have lost five straight games, and in getting swept in Philly, have now turned a very comfortable first-place lead into a very tight, three-team race. Nice job, boys … No time to cry over spilt milk, as the … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 133: Loss to Phillies

Posted on August 30, 2007 by Joe Janish

Sorry it took so long … Weehawken’s finest are not well-prepared for roof-jumpers. Luckily the FD came by with a net strong enough to withstand my 220-pound frame. Anyway … I don’t even know where to start … no point … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 132: Loss to Phillies

Posted on August 29, 2007 by Joe Janish

Phillies 3 Mets 2 I’m getting really tired of typing that headline — it turns my stomach every time. Although the Mets have now dropped all three games in Philly, and four in a row, I did see some positives … Continue reading →

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10 Hates On the Phillies

Posted on August 29, 2007 by Joe Janish

It’s completely normal for New York area fans to dislike Philadelphia sports teams. In fact, it’s a birthright — and my guess is that the feeling is mutual (Philly fans and NY sports teams). However, it used to be that … Continue reading →

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The Fatal Flaw

Posted on August 29, 2007 by Joe Janish

As a person, we like Willie Randolph. We respect the way he played the game, we admire his ability to motivate players and teach the youngsters, and the way he handles the media. He’s a good guy, a first-class individual. … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 131: Loss to Phillies

Posted on August 28, 2007 by Joe Janish

Phillies 4 Mets 2 Albert Einstein once said “the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” If we agree that is true, is there anyone who disagrees that Willie Randolph must … Continue reading →

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