Monthly Archives: February 2013

Nationals Sign Chris Young

The Washington Nationals have provided employment to Chris Young — the former Mets pitcher, not the slugging outfielder.

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Link Roundup: Tempered Optimism

Spring Training is always the time of year when every team feels they have a chance.  Fans of each team concentrate on their strengths, and say, “hey, maybe this is our year.”  As a Mets fan, I begin to get … Continue reading

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Get This Hat

You can’t buy this hat anywhere. Not at the mall, not on the internet, not even at a ballpark in Ireland. Why? Because there IS no ballpark in Ireland. However, if you make a $50 donation, you’ll not only get … Continue reading

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Cesar Puello Linked to Biogenesis

The Biogenesis story is getting bigger — and it now includes a player on the Mets’ 40-man roster.

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Stop Soccer from Spreading

It’s up to us to stop the spread of soccer and introduce the beauty of baseball. Millions of young boys and girls in Ireland have no choice but to trudge around kicking a black-and-white ball. Give them the opportunity to … Continue reading

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Mike Carp Cut

In case you missed it, the Seattle Mariners DFA’d Mike Carp.

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Tony Campana Traded to Diamondbacks

Last week we examined the idea of speedy center fielder Tony Campana joining the Mets. For those who liked the idea, well, forget it — at least for now.

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Mets Draft and Development Debunked

One of the main reasons the Mets aren’t spending money on the 25-man roster (outside of David Wright) is because they are focused on rebuilding the organization through drafting and player development — correct? If that’s the case, then why … Continue reading

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