Author: Joe D

Mets Notes: Buchholz Battling Depression, Johan Back On Mound, Wright Closer To Return

Reliever Taylor Buchholz has reportedly recovered from shoulder fatigue, but is now dealing with depression and anxiety. He is back home in Philadelphia, working with doctors who have recommended that he not pitch while he adjusts to some new medications. Buchholz has battled with depression before. Mets right-hander Dillon Gee is fighting through a dead arm period. He has thrown 87 2/3 innings...

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My Problem With The Subway Series

I’m excited about tonight’s second round of the Subway Series at Citi Field. There’s always a post season type feel in the air whenever the Mets and Yankees go toe to toe – even though they always seem to be playing at opposite ends of the spectrum. Although I was originally opposed to inter-league play, I must admit that it eventually took hold of me. But one thing that...

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Have You Done Your Part? Only 3 Hours Left To Vote Reyes To ASG!

  CALLING ALL METS FANS!!! WE NEED YOUR HELP!!! VOTE JOSE & CARLOS TO THE 2011 ALL-STAR GAME!!! Vote for Jose Reyes, Carlos Beltran and the rest of the Mets to start on the National League All-Star team this summer in Arizona. Voting ends TONIGHT at 11:59 p.m. JOSE REYES MEET AND GREET  Vote for your METS All-Stars today and win an opportunity to meet Jose Reyes! Winners will receive two (2)...

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Willie Harris’ Wife Loses Her Baby

Willie Harris’ wife Trey, who went into labor at the five-month mark in her pregnancy, lost the baby last night. Terrible news to say the least. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Willie Harris, his wife, and their entire family. Original Post Mets outfielder Willie Harris had to leave during Wednesday’s game to fly to New York after his wife Trey unexpectedly went into labor only...

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Paul DePodesta On What Makes A Championship Player

Last night, I had the pleasure of being on a conference call with Paul DePodesta, the Mets’ Vice President of Player Development & Amateur Scouting. He was kind enough to field questions from me and several other Mets bloggers, and I was able to get the following question in: Joe DeCaro, Mets Merized Online: A few years ago while in San Diego, you made/said the following quote in an...

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