When it comes to the Mets, there are no guarantees. We’ve all learned that and accepted it over the past three seasons. And while the team is hot right now, it still concerns me that all it takes is something minute to slow them down. Something as small as a rain out. A rain-shortened game on Sunday and a postponement last night may not be the best thing for this team. If you recall, it...
Read MoreHow sweep it is! Anytime the Mets utilize their brooms against the Braves its a good feeling. Regardless of the standings or time of the year. The fact the Mets buoyed their 3 of 4, first series victory of the year from the Cubs, by one-upping it with a sweep, signals better days ahead in Flushing. Nine days ago many of us stood on the bridge swaying in the wind. Should we jump or have faith?...
Read More* Updated 12:00 PM Ryan Howard has just signed a contract extension which will guarantee him $164 million over the next 7 years. First, Ryan will make $19 million this year and $20 million next year. Then the extension kicks in with the first two years at $20 million, the following three years at $25 million and a 6th year team option at $23M. The 6th year has a buyout of $10 million. This...
Read MoreRight about now, it feels pretty good to be a Mets fan. The Yankees lost on some bonehead calls by Girardi, and the Mets have been looking rejuvenated on the field. Some of that should really be credited to Ike Davis and Jose Reyes, who provided an incredible burst of energy to this team. I understand that we won against the Cubs and the Braves, but the Cubs have a decent offense and the Braves...
Read MoreThe pitching this young season has been great. I don’t think that anyone can honestly say they thought the pitchers, be it the rotation or the bullpen would perform the way they have so far. Every expert said that the Mets couldn’t contend in 2010 because of the starting pitching after Johan but the starters, especially Mike Pelfrey have proven those experts wrong. The pitchers have stepped...
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