Archive for August, 2009

  • Nelson Figueroa: A Long Term Solution?

    Nelson Figueroa: A Long Term Solution?

    Nelson Figueroa’s welcome back to the Majors the beginning of this month was not a success in any way, shape, or form.  He lasted an inning and two thirds, giving up ten hits, six earned runs, and three homers. He was immediately designated to the...

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  • Are The Mets Injuries Masking A Bigger Problem?

    Are The Mets Injuries Masking A Bigger Problem?

    A lot of people, myself included, are giving the Mets somewhat of a pass for this abysmal season due to the $90 million on the disabled list.  It’s hard to find someone to blame (except maybe the trainers) when the team taking the field doesn’t...

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  • “Treat the Mets”

    “Treat the Mets”

    Sung to the tune of the beloved Mets song “Meet the Mets” Meet the Mets, beat the Mets, Call the doc to treat the Mets. Bring your bandaids, bring your ice, Guaranteed to go right under the knife Because the Mets are really dropping like...

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  • The Unassisted Triple Play:  The Icing on The Cake

    The Unassisted Triple Play: The Icing on The Cake

    The Nightmare that is the 2009 New York Mets season had one of it’s more unbelievable moments yesterday afternoon.  The Gods seem to be working some sort of sick magic against this team, putting a Murphy’s Law like curse on everything Mets related. It all...

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  • Why The New York Mets Should Beat The Phillies

    Why The New York Mets Should Beat The Phillies

    Here’s the thing about the 2009 season… There hasn’t been much to smile about. Injury after injury has turned a season that was full of high expectations into one of the worst in recent memories.  The team taking the field now is a far cry...

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  • Who is the Mets 5th Starter?

    Who is the Mets 5th Starter?

    The Mets have their first three starters in order. Johan is a clear ace.  Mike Pelfrey is considered a #2, even if only by Mets management.  Oliver Perez is so highly paid he has to be the #3 guy. From there on, it’s been a...

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