On the one hand, I’m by no means convinced that the Mets are a legitimate playoff contender. On the other hand they are much improved in virtually every facet of their game. And that combined with relative parity in the National League certainly should keep the Mets in the Wild Card race as summer approaches. Then who knows? One month into the 2010 season, Mets fans are still hopeful. ...
Read MoreAAA International League: Buffalo 5/8/1, Indianapolis 8/11/0 Dillon Gee was cruising through 4, then he gave up a 4 spot in the 5th, and that cost him the win, and got him a loss. Josh Thole took another 0-fer, he’s down to .167 now on the season. cf Jason Pridie 1 for 5, 2 Ks, .296 2b Russ Adams 2 for 5, run, K, .295 1b Mike Jacobs 1 for 4, 2 runs, BB, .283 3b Mike Hessman 1 for 2, 2...
Read MoreThe Mets return home to take on the San Francisco Giants this weekend at Citi Field. We know where the Mets’ hearts are (I’ll explain that in a moment); let’s just hope the Giants left their bats in San Francisco. The Mets went 9-1 on their last home stand, but followed that up with a dismal 2-4 road trip, with two of those losses coming against the Phillies. Seems like...
Read MoreThe Mets created a lot of goodwill with their loyal fans after a 9-1 homestand late in April. It certainly seemed as though some things were working: Ike Davis was called up and created an impression on the team and the fanbase, Jose Reyes moved his spot in the lineup and it seemed to work for at least the short term and two of the so-called “big bats” in David Wright and Jason Bay...
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When I filled out some paperwork for Joe D. I named David Wright as my favorite Met player. I always say that, but I rarely discuss why – it’s just so simple – he’s an all around good guy and good ballplayer. David Allen Wright who plays third base for the New York Mets was born in Norfolk, VA and graduated from High School there. He was drafted by the New York Mets...
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