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Bay’s Nightmare

Posted on June 18, 2012 by Paul Festa

I can never again roll my eyes when Jason Bay walks into the batter’s box.  I can never again get angry when he pops up or swings through a hittable fastball or chases a slider in the dirt.  Because while … Continue reading →

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Blog Roundup: No-Spin Zone

Posted on June 14, 2012 by Paul Festa

R.A. Dickey pitched another routine gem last night, allowing a controversial infield hit to B.J. Upton in the first, then allowed an unearned run in the ninth after a David Wright error and two passed balls.  As the Rays radio … Continue reading →

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Belated Book Review: Wherever I Wind Up

Posted on June 13, 2012 by Paul Festa

Wherever I Wind Up by R.A. Dickey (with Wayne Coffey) is a book that could have been written by anyone in any walk of life. Being a pitcher is his profession, and he’s good at it.  But like anyone else, … Continue reading →

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Series Preview: Mets vs. Rays

Posted on June 12, 2012 by Paul Festa

The Mets continue their journey through the gauntlet that is their June schedule with a 3-game set against the Tampa Bay Rays in St. Pete. They are 4-6 so far this month against opponents like the World Champion Cardinals, the … Continue reading →

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Blog Roundup: Back to Earth

Posted on June 7, 2012 by Paul Festa

After a euphoric end to a 7-4 homestand, one that included 3 complete game shutouts and a no-hitter (!), the Mets have come back down to Earth.  They lost the first two games in The District to drop 2.5 games … Continue reading →

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Niese May Have Heart Procedure During All-Star Break

Posted on June 5, 2012 by Paul Festa

Only in this day and age can you get a hole poked in your heart one day, then go out and play ball the next. Jonathon Niese left Sunday’s game with an elevated heartbeat.  He experienced the same malady during … Continue reading →

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Blog Roundup: First No Hitter Edition

Posted on June 2, 2012 by Paul Festa

There’s not much left to say at this point.  Last night marked the first truly memorable moment at Citi Field, the Mets finally have a no hitter (or is it no-hitter?…I’m not used to this, folks), and now we wait … Continue reading →

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Johan Santana – The Chosen One

Posted on June 1, 2012 by Paul Festa

I know my boss, Joe, isn’t as excited about this as I am, but it’s certainly worth noting.  My thoughts on the first no-hitter in Mets history: Pinch yourselves, folks. You’re not dreaming. 50 years.  8,019 games.  No no-hitters. Until … Continue reading →

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