I was waiting to hear what Church would say after Jerry Manuel proclaimed Dan Murphy the starting left fielder, and then hinting that Fernando Tatis would most likely take playing time away from Church against lefthanders. The wait is over. David Lennon of Newsday writes, In the wake of Sunday’s comments, Church said that he talked with Jerry Manuel this morning and was assured that he is...
Read MoreDavid Lennon of Newsday reports that Parnell has a great chance to get a bullpen spot. Parnell is no fun to face, and he’s about to become even more dangerous with the addition of a split-fingered fastball. Pitching coach Dan Warthen suggested that he use these next six weeks to revive his splitter, which Parnell used in college, and he plans to have a morning tutorial Saturday with...
Read MoreWith all of the talk about upgrading the catcher this offseason clearly behind us, let focus a bit on the here and now. Much has been said about Brian Schneider starting from the first day he arrived with Ryan Church in exchange for Lastings Milledge. (remember him?) For some, Schneider failed to deliver on his reputation as defensive force behind the plate. While others sneered at the overall...
Read MoreOkay. I realize the Shea remembrances and tributes have been done to death recently. It had finally come to a head this week with the last remnants of the old girl finally coming down. That being said, I’m going to beat the dead horse a little more. For 44 years our beloved Mets called Shea Stadium home. It doesn’t really seem like a long time when you think about it. I know to...
Read MoreAside from Manny Ramirez, there doesn’t seem to be a whole lot left on the free agent market. However, if you’re looking for some good low risk, high reward type players, you have quite a few bargains still out there. CatchersGary Bennett (37)Johnny Estrada (33)Paul Lo Duca (37) – Type B, not offered arbIvan Rodriguez (37) – Type B, not offered arb There’s...
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