Monthly Archives: November 2011

Spilled Milk Part 2: Missed Trades Since 1986

Posted on November 10, 2011 by Dan Capwell

We’re back after a brief interruption on our look at deals the Mets didn’t make and what those deals could have meant to the franchise if they had actually been consummated. This week, we’ll take a look at some near … Continue reading →

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Phillies/Madson Deal Could Set the Market Too High

Posted on November 9, 2011 by Paul Festa

The Phillies are reportedly in discussions to sign closer Ryan Madson to a 4-year, $44MM contract.  If they do, they will set the bar for the free agent closers market. It’s an inordinately high number of years and money for … Continue reading →

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A Look Back: Michael Young

Posted on November 9, 2011 by Joe Janish

From time to time during this offseason, we’re going to randomly look back at some MetsToday posts from the past and see how they look now, with the benefit of hindsight. To start, I offer you this suggestion made in … Continue reading →

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Fearless Free Agent Predictions

Posted on November 8, 2011 by Joe Janish

With the Hot Stove Season in full effect, and free agents dancing around the open market, I give you my fearless free agent predictions for this offseason.

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Blog Roundup: Tuesday

Posted on November 8, 2011 by Paul Festa

The offseason was off to a quiet start…a little too quiet, if you ask me.  Then, it was announced that the Miami Marlins made an offer to Jose Reyes!  Something exciting to talk about!  Maybe the Marlins will try to … Continue reading →

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Lastings Milledge To Star in Japanese Baseball Reality Show

Posted on November 8, 2011 by Joe Janish

Former Mets #1 draft pick and almost-superstar Lastings Milledge will be starring in a Japanese baseball reality show based on the movie “Mr. Baseball”, according to a source close to The Situation (hat tip to loyal MetsToday reader and commenter … Continue reading →

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2011 Analysis: Jason Isringhausen

Posted on November 7, 2011 by Joe Janish

When Jason Isringhausen walked off of a softball field and into spring training in Port St. Lucie, expectations were low. After all, the 38-year-old hadn’t thrown a big-league pitch in almost two years — and even then, it was only … Continue reading →

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Wally Backman Rejects Nationals

Posted on November 7, 2011 by Joe Janish

According to Bob Klapisch, Wally Backman has rejected an offer by Davey Johnson to join the Nationals’ coaching staff, and instead will accept the Mets’ offer to manage the AAA Buffalo Bisons in 2012.

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