The biggest concern with this catching tandem is their durability, last year Brian Schneider was injury plagued and when forced into regular use Ramon Castro is always hurt. While last year for Schneider was unusual in regards to the amount of time he missed, one the biggest reasons I thought it would be a good idea to get a more consistent back-up was in case this is what Schneider is and he's starting to break down. I think if the Mets are forced to call-up Cancel or Rivera we'll find out that there's a reason why they are career AAAA players. Brian Schneider is already experiencing pain in his knee, lucky it's spring training where there are numerous catchers, otherwise Castro would be on the clock, the injury clock that is........The Mets await word on the condition of catcher Brian Schneider, who was examined Wednesday off-site after experiencing pain and stiffness behind and above his right knee. Not scheduled to play against the Braves, Schneider spent most of his time at the...
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