Monthly Archives: December 2008

K-Rod K-Cups

Posted on December 9, 2008 by Joe Janish

For me, the greatest invention of the 21st century is the Keurig K-Cup. Similarly, the greatest acquisition by the Mets this winter is K-Rod. In my mind, K-Rod and K-Cups are a marketing match made in heaven. The “Dark Magic … Continue reading →

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Mets Sign K-Rod!

Posted on December 9, 2008 by Joe Janish

Even the Associated Press is reporting it, so it must be true — the Mets have signed Francisco “K-Rod” Rodriguez to a three-year, $37M+ contract. Supposedly, the contract is two years guaranteed, with the third year vested based on appearances. … Continue reading →

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Dodgers Sign Mark Loretta

Posted on December 9, 2008 by Joe Janish

MLB.com and the LA Times is reporting that the Dodgers have signed Mark Loretta, and the deal will be official pending a physical. As many of you know, Loretta is a personal favorite of mine, and I’ve championed him as … Continue reading →

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Michael Young to Mets?

Posted on December 9, 2008 by Joe Janish

Jon Heyman is reporting that the Rangers are quietly shopping Michael Young, and the Mets are one of the interested teams. Well, it’s not so quiet anymore! Heyman concludes that the Mets would first have to move Luis Castillo (duh). … Continue reading →

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Francoeur for Greinke?

Posted on December 9, 2008 by Joe Janish

Tony Massarotti of the Boston Globe is reporting that the Braves are discussing a deal with the Royals that would send outfielder Jeff Francoeur to Kansas City for righthander Zack Greinke. From the article: According to one National League executive, … Continue reading →

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Burnett Has Many Suitors

Posted on December 9, 2008 by Joe Janish

It appears that three teams are in the midst of a bidding war for A.J. Burnett. The Braves, Red Sox, and Yankees have all reportedly made offers to the fragile but gifted righthander, who is seeking a five-year deal in … Continue reading →

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K-Rod Deal Nearly Done

Posted on December 9, 2008 by Joe Janish

Word from Las Vegas is that the Mets and Francisco Rodriguez are about to lock up a 3-year / $37M deal. The Mets’ original offer was for two years / $24M, but Omar Minaya upped the offer in an attempt … Continue reading →

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Weathers, Oliver Off the Table

Posted on December 8, 2008 by Joe Janish

Darren Oliver and David Weathers have accepted arbitration from their respective teams. That means they won’t be available on the free agent market. Too bad, as the Mets could have used either of the veteran relievers, and they might have … Continue reading →

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