Month: June 2012

Mets Matters: The Path To Sustainability

Just over 18 months ago, the Mets hired Sandy Alderson in hopes that he could turn around an overpaid and underachieving franchise. In his first season as General Manager, Alderson hired Terry Collins, signed Chris Capuano and Chris Young to small, incentive-laden deals, and plugged some holes on the roster with veterans such as Scott Hairston and Willie Harris. The season turned out to be a...

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Mets Minors Daily: Mazzoni Rocked, Mejia Ineffective Again, St. Lucie Wins In Extras

Meji-UGH, Bullpen Fails in 4-3 Loss to Louisville By Seah Kenny Jeurys Familia wasn’t spectacular, but was effective today and the Buffalo bullpen proved ineffective for the second straight night in the 5-3 series opening loss to the Louisville Bats. Familia had his best outing in his last four, going five and two-thirds innings while giving up one run on six hits, striking out three and...

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What The Heck Are We Waiting For?

Ken Davidoff of the New York Post,says the Mets are looking outside the organization for bullpen help and are expected to be involved in trade talks for San Diego Padres closer Huston Street (how many times has his name been tied to the Mets?), Oakland A’s closer Grant Balfour, and Houston Astros starter Brett Myers. I can just envision it now – a happy Bob Geren and Huston Street...

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Jenrry Mejia Going Back To Buffalo Rotation

This is via Adam Rubin, but according to Terry Collins, after Jenrry Mejia’s two-week reintroduction to bullpen Mejia very well may be headed back to starting rotation work with the Bisons — not the major league bullpen! After rehabbing from Tommy John surgery as a starting pitcher, Mejia has underwhelmed in five relief appearances with Buffalo, allowing seven runs (six earned) on...

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Cyclone Roller Coasters: Nimmo Enjoys A Good Walk, Ynoa and Mateo Are Sizzling Hot

Hey, I just wanted to let you know that Pete will be at Hudson Valley in a little bit to cover the Brooklyn Cyclones on the road. Stay tuned for some great pictures, insights from Rich Donnelly and the other coaches and players, and a few impromptu player interviews. The Cyclones are off to a great start and are an exciting team to watch this season. With a 6-2 record, the Clones sit atop of the...

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