Monthly Archives: July 2008

Say No To Ibanez

Posted on July 30, 2008 by Joe Janish

The rumors of Raul Ibanez coming to Queens continue to abound. Let’s get one thing crystal clear: = For those who are more literary than visionary, Raul Ibanez is Shawn Green. In other words, a guy who once was a … Continue reading →

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About John Maine

Posted on July 30, 2008 by Joe Janish

Sometimes I really, really, really hate when I’m right. For example, in regard to John Maine. Loyal readers may remember this paragraph I wrote about a week ago: “As mentioned more than a few times this season on MetsToday, John … Continue reading →

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Deals That Make Sense

Posted on July 30, 2008 by Joe Janish

The Mets need an outfielder, a reliever, and possibly a starting pitcher, in that order. All agreed? They need to obtain these pieces without flushing the farm system. I have some ideas. Baltimore Orioles: Chad Bradford and one of: Jay … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 107: Win Over Marlins

Posted on July 29, 2008 by Joe Janish

Mets 4 Marlins 1 Finally, Carlos Beltran came through with a big hit, as he drove in the go-ahead run with a single in the sixth to break a 1-1 tie. Oliver Perez was outstanding, allowing just one run on … Continue reading →

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Can Fernando Keep It Up?

Posted on July 29, 2008 by Joe Janish

So yesterday New York Mets manager Jerry Manuel announced that Fernando Tatis is his left fielder: “He right now is our leftfielder,” Manuel said. “There is no question about it.” I’m not sure whether to take that as a good … Continue reading →

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Heilman a Starter?

Posted on July 29, 2008 by Joe Janish

Please, don’t tease me. Adam Rubin wrote in his pregame blog yesterday: Manuel plans to stay away from Aaron Heilman for a second straight game today, after Heilman tossed three innings Saturday. Told he could now use Heilman as a … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 106: Loss to Marlins

Posted on July 28, 2008 by Joe Janish

Marlins 7 Mets 3 Dat wuz one Uggla loss … The Mets and Marlins exchanged blows and the lead for seven and a half innings, before the Fish broke the game wide open against the Mets’ bullpen in the bottom … Continue reading →

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Monday’s Rumor Roundup

Posted on July 28, 2008 by Joe Janish

With the Pirates getting the young outfielder they wanted — Jose Tabata — they might be less inclined to trade Jason Bay. Though, insiders believe they’re still shopping Bay in the hopes of landing more prospects — particularly another arm. … Continue reading →

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