Monthly Archives: August 2008

Mets Game 122: Win Over Pirates

Posted on August 15, 2008 by Joe Janish

Mets 2 Pirates 1 A slim margin of victory, but a victory nonetheless. Mike Pelfrey had to be nearly perfect, and he was, pitching seven spectacular innings of shutout ball before giving way to the bullpen. Big Pelf allowed 7 … Continue reading →

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Bullpen: Same Stuff Different Year

Posted on August 15, 2008 by Joe Janish

After last year’s “collapse”, we did something rare here at MetsToday: a statistical analysis. Yes, even an old school guy like me will once in a while check the numbers (though it gives me a headache). For those who weren’t … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 121: Win Over Nationals

Posted on August 14, 2008 by Joe Janish

Mets 9 Nationals 3 What’s that sound? It’s kind of like corduroy pants … a “ffft ffft” sound … ah yes! it’s the sound of a broom … the Mets sweep! Yeah … shouldn’t be THAT big a deal when … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 120: Win Over Nationals

Posted on August 13, 2008 by Joe Janish

Mets 12 Nationals 0 For once, the game was in the bag — from beginning, through the middle, and at the end. It was only yesterday I suggested that the best solution for the Mets bullpen was to score more … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 119: Nationals

Posted on August 12, 2008 by Joe Janish

Mets 4 Nationals 3 The Mets won … but barely. Once again, Johan Santana was very good, allowing three runs in seven strong innings. Finally, he was handed a “W”, as this time the Mets bullpen held down the fort. … Continue reading →

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Bullpen Solution

Posted on August 12, 2008 by Joe Janish

Much has been made about the inefficiencies of the Mets bullpen this year. In particular, the number that keeps getting thrown out there is 20 blown saves — 13 of which resulted in losses. I have a brilliant idea, and … Continue reading →

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Minaya Makes a Move

Posted on August 12, 2008 by Joe Janish

That’s right, Mets GM Omar Minaya has finally made a move … According to various reports — several of which are nearly reliable — Minaya has shifted the weight on his buttocks to his right hand. Previously, Minaya had been … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 118: Loss to Pirates

Posted on August 11, 2008 by Joe Janish

Pirates 7 Mets 5 The Mets had one in the bag, a gimme, and threw it away. Pedro Martinez put forth an excellent effort, allowing three hits, four walks, and one run in six innings, leaving the game with a … Continue reading →

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