Monthly Archives: December 2010

Happy New Year

Posted on December 31, 2010 by Joe Janish

Thanks so much for making 2010 a wonderful year. Even if the Mets stunk (and will continue to stink), it’s still great — in my mind — to have the chance to connect with you and banter about baseball. I … Continue reading →

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Next Mets Free Agent Target: Jeff D’Amico

Posted on December 30, 2010 by Joe Janish

This offseason has been trying, to say the least, for most Mets fans. Yes, I get the whole idea of rebuilding, the constrained budget, the need for MLB to take over the organization, and that 2011 is a throwaway season. … Continue reading →

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Quick Look: DJ Carrasco

Posted on December 29, 2010 by Joe Janish

The Mets biggest winter acquisition thus far has been the signing of free-agent pitcher D.J. Carrasco. Personally, I don’t know much about Carrasco, since he spent most of his career in the Adulterated League and Japan. What little we saw … Continue reading →

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The Fourth Outfielder

Posted on December 28, 2010 by Joe Janish

I keep reading in various places that the Mets have earmarked a portion of their meager winter budget for a fourth outfielder. If this is true, why? It’s pretty much been established that the 2011 season will not be one … Continue reading →

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Himelfarb Hears a Hu

Posted on December 28, 2010 by Matt Himelfarb

I have no idea who Hu is, nor if Horton heard about it. But this is the biggest acquisition Sandy Alderson and his fantasy front office have pulled off since the deft signing of D.J. Carrasco, so it must be … Continue reading →

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Free Agent Focus: Aaron Heilman

Posted on December 27, 2010 by Joe Janish

If you are one of those people ready to set fire to your computer after reading the headline, please click the “back” button or find your way to an angry Mets fan forum. Those with open minds and an appreciation … Continue reading →

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Current Conditions at Citi Field

Posted on December 26, 2010 by Joe Janish

Shake your computer screen for full effect.

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Merry Christmas

Posted on December 25, 2010 by Joe Janish

I’m not sure why, but a Mets nutcracker seems most appropriate today. For those of you celebrating the holiday, I wish you a very, merry Christmas. The rest of you, enjoy the movies and Chinese food!

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