Month: January 2011

From Left Field: And Now We Wait

With the signing of Willie Harris to take over as the team’s fourth outfielder and the high possibility of a Chris Young signing soon, it seems as though the Mets have addressed all of their needs heading into the season. Granted, there are still position battles to be won (second base, bullpen and bench spots) as well as a ton of question marks. Unless the Mets plan on adding another...

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Yankees Sign Soriano To A “Putz” Of A Deal

Have you ever read or heard something that was so out of left field that it made you pause and do a double take? When I read Wallace Matthews’ article on the Yankees signing of Rafael Soriano, I all but mimicked my 4 month old daughter, spitting my morning oatmeal practically through my nose. It seems our step brothers over at Evil Empire Inc., who were spurned by Cliff Lee and Carl...

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No Francis? No Problem: Why Young Is A Better Option For The Mets Than Francis

  LHP Jeff Francis has agreed to terms with the Kansas City Royals on a one-year deal, I say good riddance. The Mets are much better off going after Chris Young than Francis. Although both have had more than their share of injuries the past two seasons, there is much more upside to Young.   Even at a quick glance the stats show that Young is the more reliable, proven and overall better pitcher....

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The Green Family Values

It’s only been one week since the murders in Tucson and we’ve learned a lot about some who were involved, particularly the family of a little girl named Christina who played second base for her little league team. Christina never had a chance with a crazy gunman and a Glock facing her. However, her spirit lives on, due to her family values. Her Grandfather, Dallas Green, well-known...

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Spring Training Tickets Go On Sale Today

Tickets to Mets Spring Training games at Digital Domain Park in Port St. Lucie, Florida are now available and for sale. Season and Five-Game Plans for Mets Spring Training games are on sale now. Individual tickets will go on sale at Digital Domain Park Saturday, January 15 at 10:00 a.m. Tickets and information are available online at mets.com, digitaldomainpark.com or by calling (772) 871-2115....

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