Month: October 2010

It All Starts With A Solid Farm System

Whomever is the next Mets’ general manager, I hope he puts a premium on upgrading the minor league system. Although not as bare as in previous seasons, the minor league talent is a concern, especially when placed in comparison to the final four teams in the League Championship Series. While each had added talent through trades and free agency, a thread of the four finalists is having a strong...

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Is Two Years Too Much For Takahashi?

According to Patrick Newman of NPB Tracker, Mets SP/RP Hisanori Takahashi would like to stay with the Mets, but wants a two year deal. [tweeted]https://twitter.com/npbtracker/status/27314154451[/tweeted] Initially, Takahashi sounded like someone who wanted to test free agency and pursue a chance to start somewhere else rather than remain with the Mets to be a reliever. It seems that his stance...

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A Message From Jeff Wilpon

The following is a message from Mets COO Jeff Wilpon which went out via email a few moments ago.. October 15, 2010 Dear Mets Fans: We have heard from many of you over recent weeks offering suggestions and ideas on how to assemble a winning team. Thank you for taking the time to contact us. Your interest and support of the Mets is greatly appreciated. We have been hard at work since the end of...

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Is Backman Really The Best Choice Or Just A Gimmick?

Following the Mets’ GM search brings a couple of thoughts to mind. I don’t see the Mets hiring Sandy Alderson plus Rick Hahn, as has been suggested. I believe the job is Alderson’s for the taking, which would enable him to help groom John Ricco to be his successor. I don’t think they’ll end up hiring one assistant GM (Hahn) when they won’t interview their current assistant GM. If they did,...

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Dedicated And Determined Met Fans Step Up

If this isn’t dedication for your favorite sports team, I don’t know what is. I would love to hear how Mets management would respond to this: Direct from Larry Brown Sports, I thought you guys and gals would get a kick out of this. This is without a doubt one of the most unique and hilarious fan stories I’ve ever come across. No offense to Oliver Perez, but apparently New York Met...

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