After securing Jacob deGrom’s first victory of the 2020 campaign, the Mets looked to continue their winning ways as they began a quick two-game series against the defending World Series champion Washington Nationals. Although starting pitcher Steven Matz did not have his best stuff, and the offense was short-handed with the red hot Robinson Cano heading to the disabled list and Amed...
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On the fourth installment of Amazin’ Moments, Eric and Craig take a look at the uglier side of Omar Minaya’s tenure as Mets General Manager. With a fantastic 2006 season in the rear view, the Mets had two big chances to get over the hump and get to the post season again, but failed in two collapses for the ages, both teams who were built by Minaya. Fast forward to 2009, off the field...
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On the third episode of Amazin’ Moments, Eric and Craig begin a two part series taking a look at Omar Minaya’s tenure as Mets General Manager. With Minaya coming back to Queens heading into the 2005 season, he did not wait to attack free agency, and made many moves as his tenure began. He continued that into 2006, and with the help of some home grown talent, it led to a deep...
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On the second installment of Amazin’ Moments, Eric and Craig cover all things Johan Santana. With Johan Santana throwing the first no-hitter in Mets history back in 2012, it came at what soon be the end of his tenure in Queens, and ultimately his Major League career. Eric and Craig take a look at his tenure in New York, what it took to get him here, his downfall, and most importantly...
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On the first episode of Amazin’ Moments, Anthony DiComo, MLB.com Mets beat reporter joins Eric and Craig to talk about Bartolo Colon, and that famous night in San Diego back in 2016. With Bartolo Colon’s fanfare and skillful pitching well into his 40’s as a member of the Mets, DiComo had a front row seat to what turned into the “Big Sexy” persona. He shares his...
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