Monthly Archives: May 2008

Walking to Wins

Posted on May 27, 2008 by Joe Janish

The Mets are fourth in the NL in walks with 187 — though, there are several teams within four or five free passes, so you could say they’re middle of the pack. Those 187 walks translate to an average of … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 49: Loss to Marlins

Posted on May 26, 2008 by Joe Janish

Marlins 7 Mets 3 The Mets had a 3-2 lead in the second inning, but the Fish scored four runs in the third to go up 6-3 and bury the Mets. I’m not sure why they bothered playing the last … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 48: Loss to Rockies

Posted on May 25, 2008 by Joe Janish

Rockies 4 Mets 1 The Mets lost yet another ballgame. Isn’t it fascinating that the Mets seem to be “tipping their cap”, and “giving credit” to opposing pitchers several times a week? Makes you wonder — is it a coincidence, … Continue reading →

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I Smell a Trade

Posted on May 24, 2008 by Joe Janish

Despite the fact that Willie Randolph is required to report to the principal’s office upon his return to New York, I don’t believe he’ll be fired (yet). However, as Matt Cerrone at MetsBlog suggests, a change MUST be made. Again, … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 47: Win Over Rockies

Posted on May 24, 2008 by Joe Janish

Mets 9 Rockies 2 What a difference a day makes. After losing five straight games, the Mets came out like gangbusters, jumping out to a 5-0 lead in the first inning, and commanding the game thereafter. Claudio Vargas, pitching on … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 46: Rockies

Posted on May 23, 2008 by Joe Janish

Rockies 6 Mets 5 It took 13 innings, but the Mets finally lost their fifth straight game. Sadly, I think I was not alone in waiting for the loss to occur … the Mets just didn’t seem to show any … Continue reading →

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Where Is Pascucci?

Posted on May 23, 2008 by Joe Janish

So … Moises Alou is placed on the 15-day DL after a stiff wind strained his calf. And the man to replace him on the 25-man roster is … Raul Casanova? Huh? I suppose this means Willie Randolph will consider … Continue reading →

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Kool Keith As Manager?

Posted on May 23, 2008 by Joe Janish

In case you missed it, WFAN’s Mike Francesa asked Keith Hernandez if he would consider managing the Mets. To the surprise of many, Keith answered “yes”. Hat tip to Mark Healey of Gotham Baseball, since I wasn’t listening to the … Continue reading →

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