Month: August 2012

Binghamton Agrees To Four Year Player Development Contract With Mets

Done deal… The Binghamton Mets, have been affiliated with the Mets since they were incepted in 1992, and New York Mets have announced a four-year extension of their player development contract, securing the B-Mets as the Mets’ Double-A affiliate through the 2016 season. Original Post 7/12 An article that appeared in Thursday’s Press & Sun-Bulletin reported that a new deal between...

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Matt Harvey: Now You See Him, Now You Don’t

Last night, rookie pitcher Matt Harvey was very effective if not dominant and he picked up his fourth win of the season for his effort. what has made Harvey really stand out for me since being promoted, is how serious and all business he is on the mound. It helps him keep an even keel even on nights where he may not have his best stuff. He doesn’t give into the batters and adapts his game...

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Mets Lower Minors: Verrett Solid, Cecchini Scores Twice In Clones Debut, Boyd Collects Four RBIs

Jupiter 2, St. Lucie 1 Logan Verrett was strong, but Jupiter came through in late innings in the 2-1 loss. Key Players Cory Vaughn – 1 for 3, 1 RBI, 1 strikeout, 1 caught stealing (4th of the season) Darrell Ceciliani – 1 for 4, 1 run scored, 1 strikeout Aderlin Rodriguez – 0 for 3, 2 strikeouts Logan Verrett – 7 IP, 4 hits, 1 run allowed, 0 walks, 4 strikeouts Taylor...

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Matt Harvey Strong, Duda Goes Deep In 3-2 Win Against Phillies

Matt Harvey, without having his best stuff still had a quality start against the Phillies, thanks to some key offensive contributions from Lucas Duda — Matt Harvey came out of the gate throwing his fastball often, and about as hard as Mets fans have seen in during this 2012 season. Harvey hit 99 MPH at least 5 times, and utilize that fastball for two strikeouts looking. Harvey’s...

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On The Road With Petey: Brooklyn Cyclones @ Hudson Valley

  He answers to the name “Rook” as in rookie. He has a smile that lights up the world. He has talent to match. He has an easy way about him that belies the competitive edge that lurks beneath the surface. He is a baseball player, a prodigy, and a Met. His name is Gavin Cecchini, and he has just arrived in Brooklyn to help out down the stretch as the Cyclones battle for a...

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