Monthly Archives: March 2012

Mets Sign Chris Young, Release Minor Leaguers

Posted on March 27, 2012 by Joe Janish

According to ESPN-NY, the Mets have signed pitcher Chris Young to a minor league contract. Why? No one knows. Perhaps the recent Picard settlement has resulted in a sudden flush of cash that ownership couldn’t wait to spend, and Kelvim … Continue reading →

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Do MLB Coaches Fix Pitching Mechanics?

Posted on March 26, 2012 by Joe Janish

Sorting through the MetsToday mail bag, I pull out this question from a visitor who refers to himself/herself as “Brain Sliver” : I have been reading your blog for a few years and have been impressed with your analysis of … Continue reading →

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Mets vs. Cardinals Notes

Posted on March 25, 2012 by Joe Janish

Mike Pelfrey‘s velocity was up — his fastball was hanging around 92-93 MPH, touched 94 — but his command was poor. How can a pitcher have poor command and yet not walk anyone? Because command means putting the ball where … Continue reading →

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Mets vs. Astros Notes

Posted on March 23, 2012 by Joe Janish

The Mets enjoyed a convincing victory over the Astros in Grapefruit League action on Wednesday afternoon. Following are my observations.

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Blog Roundup: Big News Day

Posted on March 22, 2012 by Paul Festa

Wednesday was a big news day in the world of sports, mostly in the NFL.  But the best news for the Mets didn’t include the words “Tebow” or “Saints.”  Johan Santana breezed through the World Champion Cardinals’ opening day lineup … Continue reading →

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Mets vs. Nationals Notes

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Joe Janish

A few random notes pertaining to Tuesday’s spring training contest between the Mets and Nationals …

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Blog Roundup: Financial Edition

Posted on March 20, 2012 by Paul Festa

The heavyweight court bout between Wilpon, Katz, and company vs. Irving Picard ended in a…well, sort of split decision.  All in all, it was good news for the owners of the Mets, as Fred, Jeff, and Uncle Saul only had … Continue reading →

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Mets Owners Settle with Irving Picard

Posted on March 19, 2012 by Joe Janish

Hooray! It’s over! And the Mets won’t have to pay a billion dollars! Only $162M, or, about a million per game. Which means there’s a good chance the Wilpons can pull themselves out of their financial abyss and keep the … Continue reading →

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