Monthly Archives: July 2010

July 29: Thursday Mets Links and Open Thread

Posted on July 29, 2010 by loge mezzanine

MetsBlog – Apparently, Jerry Manuel opted to pitch to Pujols last night because Pujols had no hits in the game. Yeah, except for the two hits he had earlier in the game… but those don’t count, right? Way to go … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 101: Loss to Cardinals

Posted on July 29, 2010 by Joe Janish

Cardinals 8 Mets 7 Deja vu all over again. The last time Johan Santana and Jaime Garcia hooked up, the result was a 20-inning snorefest. Both starters were absolutely spectacular, each leaving after 7 frames of shutout ball. This time, … Continue reading →

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July 28: Afternoon Mets Links and Open Thread

Posted on July 28, 2010 by loge mezzanine

MetsGazette – Tom Greenhalgh says the Mets will have to go 42-20 to win the division. MetsLifer – Dave at MetsLifer thinks the Mets need another starting pitcher, but he’s convinced they won’t acquire one. MetsMerizedOnline – Joe D wishes … Continue reading →

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Mets Meaningful Number – 19

Posted on July 28, 2010 by loge mezzanine

According to the formula we used yesterday, the Mets Meaningful Number still stands at 19. The number is closer to 18 than 19, but we are going to round that number up, since it’s not possible to win .05 games. … Continue reading →

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Quote of the Day: Wally on Wally

Posted on July 28, 2010 by loge mezzanine

“I saw my picture in the paper (on Tuesday) and I was just glad it wasn’t a police photo.” -Wally Backman (NorthJersey.com)

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July 28: Morning Mets Links

Posted on July 28, 2010 by loge mezzanine

Wall Street Journal – The WSJ analyzes the perpetual disconnect between Mets fans and team management, including a quote from MetsToday’s Joe Janish. Mets Gazette – Would you rather the Mets make a playoff run or go on a losing … Continue reading →

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Mets Game 100: Win Over Cardinals

Posted on July 27, 2010 by Joe Janish

Mets 8 Cardinals 2 Clearly, the Mets front office knows EXACTLY what they’re doing. Because after coming to the decision that Jerry Manuel and his coaching staff were the right people to be in charge, and in particular decided that … Continue reading →

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Nate Robertson Released

Posted on July 27, 2010 by Joe Janish

After being DFA’d last week, LHP Nate Robertson has been outright released by the Florida Marlins. Robertson had a 5.47 ERA and 1.5 WHIP through 100 IP this year for the Fish, and was designated for assignment after allowing 8 … Continue reading →

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