Author: Former Writer

MetsMerized Player Of The Week! (Week 18)

So Murphy and Reyes hit the DL last week – but as a fellow writer stated, this DL stint, if not a serious injury for Reyes, could do a number on his value in the offseason. It could help the Mets retain our star SS for the fturue, but it did make me question how long those legs are going to last. My choice for MetsMerized Player Of The Week is…Jason Bay! Wow, I’ve been waiting...

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Let’s Face It, Mike Pelfrey Has Maxed Out As A New York Met

Last night was just another example of Mike Pelfrey being Mike Pelfrey. After cruising through the San Diego lineup for the first five innings allowing just one run, it all came crashing down on the right-hander in the sixth. The 27-year-old allowed three runs on four sharply hit balls and a sac fly. The Amazin’s so called “ace” left after 6 1/3 yielding 9 hits, allowing 4 runs...

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Latest Reyes Trip To DL, May Have A Good Side Effect For The Mets

The New York Mets have once again had to place Jose Reyes on the disabled list as a result of a hamstring strain. However, this bit of bad news for the team, may have at least one positve side effect to it. This scenario could actually be helpful for the Mets when you take a deeper look. It has been rumored that Reyes could get Carl Crawford money when he becomes a free agent this off-season....

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The Never Say Die Mets, and Other Feeble Thoughts

I have to say, that although the 2011 version of the Mets is a win, a loss, a loss, a win, there have been no dearth of exciting comebacks this season. For instance, take last night. Down and almost out, they rallied with big hits by David Wright and Lucas Duda (he is starting to relax, and this kid has immense power) to stun the Padres 9-8. Uplifting to say the least, especially after the...

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Duda Delivers A Walk-Off Hit And Leads Amazins To A 9-8 Win!

Game Summary Another sub-par start for Pelfrey, smashed up bullpen, but thankfully the Mets offense never died. After losing two of the biggest offensive attributes, the Mets rallied late to get the walk-off victory, 9-8! Game Notes Mike Pelfrey; here we go again. Another Mike Pelfrey sub-par start tonight. He’s not the groundball pitcher we knew a couple years ago with his impressive...

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