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Blog Roundup: Happy Opening Day!

Posted on April 5, 2012 by Paul Festa

After an offseason of litigation, anxiety, hand-wringing, gloomy forecasts, exoduses, rumors, accusations, malaise, and fear of the unknown, opening day is finally here – the annual reminder of why we love this game.  The long, cold winter melts away to … Continue reading →

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Blog Roundup: Almost There

Posted on April 3, 2012 by Paul Festa

Earlier today, word leaked that Bobby Parnell could be used as a spot starter.  Then word leaked he might be the first out of the bullpen in a John Q. Bullpen situation (multiple relievers pitch multiple innings in place of … Continue reading →

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Mets to Lock Up Niese?

Posted on April 1, 2012 by Paul Festa

According to Adam Rubin of ESPN, the Mets are close to signing Jonathon Niese to a long-term deal. The eventual deal is believed to be comparable to the five-year, $28.5 million deal that included two team options — for $11 … Continue reading →

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Offense Appears to be Set

Posted on March 28, 2012 by Paul Festa

It looks like Andres Torres, Jason Bay, and Scott Hairston will be healthy for opening day (In fact, Hairston started in center field today against the Nationals).  In addition, Adam Loewen was reportedly reassigned to minor league camp.  With those … Continue reading →

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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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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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Blog Roundup: Faith and Fear

Posted on March 15, 2012 by Paul Festa

Smack dab in the middle of Spring Training, Mets fans teem with both faith and fear.  There’s reason for hope, like in any Spring Training camp in the league, but there’s also cause for concern.  David Wright revealed his malady: … Continue reading →

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The Mets Might be OK IF…

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Paul Festa

For all the strikes the Mets have against them this year, their biggest single issue continues to be team health. Yes, Jose Reyes, Carlos Beltran, and Francisco Rodriguez all wear different uniforms now.  Yes, they are buried in a mountain … Continue reading →

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