Author: Former Writer

Terry Collins Confirms His Lineup (Almost)

We are almost a month away from spring training, and already we are getting some information about the new Mets lineup for this season.  Adam Rubin of ESPNNewYork.com says that Terry Collins has confirmed what appears to be his new lineup for the Mets to the New York Post.  Well, almost.  The reason why I say almost, is because the winner in the battle for catcher and 2nd base will hold the last...

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Cliff Lee Underpaid, D.J. Carrasco Overpaid? That’s Why I Say Heyman Nice Shot.

Jon Heyman of SI.com totally infuriates me at times with the joy he seems to get out of taking potshots at the Mets. Some of you may think I’m overreacting, but he does this incessantly 2-3 times a week. However, this one takes the cake as I’m sure you will all agree. Before the weekend, Heyman posted a list of his most overpaid and underpaid free agents this offseason. It sounded...

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The Green Family Values

It’s only been one week since the murders in Tucson and we’ve learned a lot about some who were involved, particularly the family of a little girl named Christina who played second base for her little league team. Christina never had a chance with a crazy gunman and a Glock facing her. However, her spirit lives on, due to her family values. Her Grandfather, Dallas Green, well-known...

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Reds Reward MVP Joey Votto with 3-Year Deal

The Cincinatti Reds were one of baseball’s surprising teams this past season.  No one expected them to go out there every night and contend with the St. Louis Cardinals for the NL Central division title.  Joey Votto was a key factor in the Reds first division title in 15 years.  Because of his contributions offensively and defensively, He was named NL MVP over Carlos Gonzalez and Albert...

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Nationals Not In Running For Chris Young

Updated January 15th, 8:55AM EST Sources tell MLB.com’s William Ladson that the report saying the Nationals are interested in Chris Young are “not true”.  Earlier this week, it was reported that the Nationals were the other team, besides the Mets, who are interested in Chris Youngs services.  This means the Mets are the lone wolf in the running for Chris Young. Or is there a...

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