Let's do this. Nearly 11 months. That's how long the Mets spark has been absent. Question just how bright his star may be. Call him to the carpet for his (at times) lackadaisical attitude.You cannot deny his talent. At his best, Jose Reyes is a game changer. An All-Star caliber shortstop and a dynamic leadoff hitter.To understand just how intoxicating the idea of Reyes back in the lineup is for Mets fans, one must take into account many things. Aside from the Mets disastrous '09 campaign, or perhaps one chapter of it, the shortstop position - a seemingly important role in the grand scheme of a baseball team -- has been a revolving door of borderline major leaguers. Consider the list of standouts who've taken the position for the Mets since Reyes last commanded his spot with regularly. Seriously, drink these in:- Fernando Tatis- Angel Berroa- Wilson Valdez- Ramon Martinez- Anderson Hernandez- Argenis ReyesDid you get all those? How many times did you say "who?&qu...
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