Yesterday, opening day, the optimists ruled. The naysayers out there already have their rebuttals. “You had Santana pitching, you should have won. Now lets see what you’ve got”. Perhaps they are right. Certainly 2009, nor this most recent spring training has given even the most loyal Mets fans some ill conceived notions that this team will win the NL East going away in a wire...
Read MoreThis is what happens when you wake up too early and can’t fall back asleep… Ode To Mets Opening Day The sun shined brightly on this first day, As the faithful filled the seats. With thoughts of yesteryear on their minds, You could hear all their heartbeats. It wasn’t long until our ace appeared, Standing tall for all to see. And he looked those Marlins in the eye, And retired...
Read MoreI know this is a positive post and it’s only been one game but that was a big and important win for the Mets and the fans. After the disaster of last year the Mets needed this first win behind their ace and they got that win! Jason Bay had a good 1st day, going 2-4 with a triple and scored a run, Barajas went 2-4 hitting a double, driving in a run and scored a run, Francoeur had a hit, drove...
Read MoreGame Summary If everyday was Opening Day for the New York Mets, oh what a wonderful world it would be. The Mets continued their season opening mastery with a 7-1 victory over the Florida Marlins for their fifth straight Opening Day win and improved their overall record to 32-17, both Major League records. Game Highlights Johan Santana outdueled Marlins ace Josh Johnson and pitched a solid game...
Read MoreOur New York Mets have had their share of great memories on Opening Day despite losing their first eight in a row. Since then you could say that the Mets own Opening Day. Here are some memorable moments to set the right mood for todays opener against the Marlins at 1:00 PM. Enjoy… The Mets played their first game ever on April 11, 1962. The rain delayed affair was played before a crowd of...
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