Once again it falls upon all Americans to take a pause from the daily grind in remembrance of all the brave men and women that have made the ultimate sacrifice and gave their lives for our country. We at Metsmerized Online honor their lives on this Memorial Day. “There is no greater act of love than to lay down one’s life for others.” We also honor all the men and women of our Armed Forces who...
A recent announcement from MLB Communications confirms that the Mets’ series against the Marlins from April 28-3o in San Juan, Puerto Rico has been canceled due to the ongoing worries over the coronavirus pandemic. An April 18-19 series set between the Padres and Diamondbacks in Mexico City, Mexico has also been canceled. Both matchups will be rescheduled in the home teams’...
In typical fashion, I’m writing this piece while watching the Mets play the Cardinals during Spring Training (we need player’s mic’d up for every game but that’s a discussion for another day). Although there is plenty to talk about out of Mets camp, today I wanted to share something a little more personal with you all. Unfortunately, March 6 marks one year since we lost my grandpa, Tom Siragusa,...
Hello and Happy Thanksgiving Everyone! I have a lot to be thankful for this year beginning with all the wonderful writers, editors and contributors who make up the Metsmerized Team. What an amazing group of passionate and knowledgeable individuals, each of them uniquely remarkable and creative in their own way. They are the lifeblood of Metsmerized Online. Thanks guys, you’re the best! Of...
The greatest player in the history of the New York Mets turns 75 years old today and all of us at MMO want to wish the legendary Tom Seaver a very happy birthday. From the moment that George Thomas Seaver made his MLB debut on April 13, 1967, the New York Mets knew they had themselves something truly special as the 22-year old righty pitched his way to a Rookie of the Year award with a 16-win...
Good morning, Mets fans! On Saturday, the Mets lost to the Phillies by a score of 5-0. Marcus Stroman had another disappointing outing, lasting just four innings, giving up five runs on 10 hits. The offense could not solve Phillies starter Drew Smyly or their bullpen, with Pete Alonso being the only player to collect multiple hits. Today, the Mets face the Phillies in a critical rubber match for...
Today I grade Brodie Van Wagenen at the midway point of the season. Michael Mayer of Metsmerized Online and Mets Minors joins me and gives his assessment of the organization from the minors to majors. We also touched on one of the only positives in Mets land right now, the risk they took in the draft and how it paid off. [iframe]<iframe...
Once again it falls upon all Americans to take a pause from the daily grind in remembrance of all the brave men and women that have made the ultimate sacrifice and gave their lives for our country. We at Metsmerized Online honor their lives on this Memorial Day. “There is no greater act of love than to lay down one’s life for others.” We also honor all the men and women of our Armed Forces who...
Metsmerized Online presents the Greener Grass Mets Podcast! In this episode, Charles St. Clair and Jayson Love open with the lack of hustle by Robinson Cano. Should he have been benched? We discussed how much of the current state of the Mets should be blamed on Mickey Callaway. Is this team capable of turning it around? Would a new manager help? What was Cespedes doing on his ranch? Does his...
Metsmerized Online presents, the Greener Grass Mets Podcast Episode 4: Featuring Michael Mayer and hosted by Charles St. Clair and Jayson Love. In this episode we discuss the disastrous road trip in Milwaukee and San Diego and the Mets sweep of an abbreviated two-game series against Miami. We also discuss our feelings about the upcoming stretch of games against Washington, Miami and Detroit....
The search is over! Former Met Ed Kranepool, after publicly searching for a kidney match for more than two years, has finally found one. “I’m nervous, but also ecstatic,’’ Kranepool told Newsday. “It’s very exhilarating, no question about it. It’s life-saving, but I am nervous. It’s a three-and-a-half-hour operation, even though the doctor doesn’t see it as a problem. Nothing...
I am joined by Jacob Zweiback – a contributor to Metsmerized Online. Jacob had the opportunity to shadow a pro scout during his recent trip to Port St. Lucie. Hear his report back on top prospect Ronny Mauricio and his thoughts on spring sensation Pete Alonso. Jacob also gives insight into Brandon Nimmo, Seth Lugo, and the forgotten Travis d’Arnaud. [iframe]<iframe...
