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Now You’re Talking Turkey: Mets Transactions During Thanksgiving Week

In my household, the week before Thanksgiving has traditionally been one of preparation. Since we host the annual family gathering, there is food to be bought, a turkey to stuff, rugs to vacuum, bathrooms to be cleaned, toys to put … Continue reading

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2010 Analysis: Bobby Parnell

During the spring of 2010, Robert Parnell was the backup to the backup to the backup (and possibly to the backup) setup man. The Mets had figured on Kelvim Escobar as the 8th inning guy (before learning the only object … Continue reading

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Citi Field Firsts

The first homerun, the first balk, the first feline encroachment, the first narcissistic celebrity interview, and more — it was a night of “firsts” at Citi Field, and we list them all. Continue reading

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Mets Game 7: Loss to Padres

The opening of Citi Field was spoiled by San Diego, as another outfield error cost the Mets the ballgame. Well, actually, it was an outfield error, a balk, poor starting pitching, and an inability to hit a journeyman Mexican Leaguer. Continue reading

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Padres Sign Duaner Sanchez

It didn’t take long for Duaner Sanchez to find a new home — he’s been signed to a minor-league deal by San Diego. The pitching-starved Padres jumped on the opportunity to ink the former Mets setup man, who appeared in … Continue reading

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