Month: November 2008

Dan Murphy Will Not Play Winter Ball

As most of you know by now, an MRI administered Thursday in Manhattan determined Murphy had suffered a Grade 2 strain of the muscle. Such injuries are measured on a scale of 1-4, with 4 being the most serious. Murphy first experienced pain in the leg over a week ago while taking ground balls at second base during batting practice. He hasn’t played since November 10th. He will cease all...

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The 2008 Top Ten Mets Merized Prospects (1-5)

1. Fernando Martinez – At only 19 years of age, F-Mart just keeps moving closer and closer to the Major Leagues’ with every mighty swing of the bat he takes. While some still doubt his ability, he has convinced many scouts that he is indeed the real deal. Currently, he has been spotted launching rockets in Winter Ball. The Juan Gonzalez comparisons will leave many Mets...

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The 2008 Top Ten Mets Merized Prospects (6-10)

6. Nick Evans – Evans can play first base or outfield and is projected to grow into a power hitter as he fills out. He has been wildly inconsistent in the batting average department, but has made great strides in 2008. He is improving defensively and has a good feel for the game. He may get a half a season in Buffalo to start the season, but the Mets envision him as their future at first...

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I Thought Our Goal Was To Get Younger?

I really don’t understand the fascination with Raul Ibanez… Ken Davidoff of Newsday, mentions the Mets renewed interest in the aging yet solid if nothing else, outfielder. Meanwhile, the Mets continue to maintain communication with free agent Raul Ibañez, who interests them as an outfield bat, but they’ll face competition for the 36-year-old. The Phillies, the defending World...

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Starting Rotation: Championship Caliber??

Do you believe that this rotation will lead the Mets to 100 wins with just the addition of Derek Lowe? Obviously when your rotation consists of Johan Santana, a still very young Mike Pelfrey, and a pitcher we hope is fully recovered from off season surgery in John Maine, expectations can’t be that high for the 2009 season. It would be one thing if were to add C.C. Sabathia, PLUS a...

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