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Wags improving.....
September 04, 2008 by
Mets Fever
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The Mets closer threw pain-free from the mound for the second time and is hoping for a return on Tuesday. Billy Wagner will have a rehab outing in single A Brooklyn over the weekend and barring a set-back could be with the club for their two game series against the I'm-enjoying...
Phillie bats fall silent in 1-0 loss
April 02, 2008 by
All Things Philly Sports
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In their season opener, the Phillies pitching came up small. In today's 1-0 loss to the Washington Nationals, their pitching was excellent, but their bats were nowhere to be found. The Phillies managed just one hit off of Nationals starting pitcher Tim Redding and relievers Luis...
Don't do it, Saul!
February 25, 2009 by
Nationals Enquirer
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Never forget Luis Ayala in 2006
Saul Rivera will represent Puerto Rico in WBC.
Nats?probably?less concerned about Pete Orr representing Canada.
At last,?there's a?baseball game today?(well..sort of)!
(AP Photo of Saul Rivera stretching in Viera on Friday, Feb. 20, 2009?by David J. Phillip)
2008 Washington Nationals Fantasy Preview
February 18, 2008 by
Fantasy Sports Experience
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We continue our fantasy baseball team previews, taking a look at what 2008 holds for the Washington Nationals, highlighting key offseason moves, projected starters, players to draft/avoid and sleepers.
Luis Ayala to Rescue Mets’ Relief Corps!
August 17, 2008 by
Hot Stove New York
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The Mets have acquired reliever Luis Ayala from the Washington Nationals in exchange for minor league middle infielder Anderson Hernandez.
Hernandez, best known during his cup of coffee in the majors for being Jose Reyes's best buddy, was hitting just .188 this season in Triple...
Twins DFA Luis Ayala
June 22, 2009 by
MLB Rumors
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ESPN relays an AP report that says the Twins designated reliever Luis Ayala for assignment to make room for right-hander Bobby Keppel.
Ayala signed with Minnesota for $1.3MM this winter, but he didn't pitch as well as the Twins had hoped. He allowed eight walks and 38...
Daily Box Score 6/24: Cleveland is Frustrated with The Process
June 24, 2009 by
Beyond the Box Score
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It is better to be lucky than good. Things become much trickier when luck is scarce and faith wavers. Take the Indians--they have a savvy GM and perennial promise, but at what point is it time to say that it isn't working? Jay at Let's Go Tribe thinks Indians...
Marlins callups should be familiar names
August 26, 2009 by
FishStripes
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In case you didn't know, and I bet you did, when September 1 rolls around the roster expands from the 25-man to the 40-man and most of the names you have heard before.
...prior to the opener of a three-game series against the Mets at Land Shark Stadium, manager Fredi...
2009 MLB Preview: #14 Minnesota Twins
March 24, 2009 by
Scores Report
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Offseason Movement: The Twins were rather quiet this offseason, but they did sign free agent third basemen Joe Crede (formally of the White Sox) and pitcher Luis Ayala, who could contribute as a setup man this season.
Top Prospect: Aaron Hicks, OF
The Twins selected Hicks with the...
Odds And Ends: Belliard, Atkins, Ayala
June 25, 2009 by
MLB Rumors
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Some links to peruse as we await the baseball equivalent of the Shaq trade...
MLB.com's Bill Ladson reports that Ronnie Belliard isn't sure if he'll play another season.
Mark DeRosa tops the list of infielders most likely to be traded, if you ask Matthew...
Should Mets put Pedro in 'pen?
August 19, 2008 by
Hot Stove New York
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As the Mets' six-game winning streak came to a halt on Monday, thanks to an all too familiar blowup by the bullpen, Mets fans were reminded just how much they miss Billy Wagner. But with Billy facing yet another setback in his rehab, it remains unknown just how long New York will...
David Lennon (Newsday): "Still feel good about Luis Ayala?"
September 15, 2008 by
Dom D's Mets Fan Blog
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A few more losses like these last two to the Braves, and I may have to change my whole rosy outlook on September. After praising Jerry Manuel's cool demeanor, the resiliency of this pieced-together bullpen and the overall bounce-back ability of the Mets, this was a red-flag weekend...
Breaking News: Wagner is done for the year, will have surgery!
September 08, 2008 by
Dom D's Mets Fan Blog
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Billy Wagner will undergo surgery this week on his left elbow and will miss a year, a Mets official confirmed early Monday afternoon.
An MRI exam taken Monday revealed that Wagner has suffered a torn MCL in his left elbow, requiring surgery.
Wagner, 37, had 27 saves and a 2...
Welcome to Shea Luis Ayala
August 20, 2008 by
Mets Fever
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While the Mets continue to search for a closer, not all games will be won in the 9th inning. Newly acquired Luis Ayala made his Mets debut in the 7th inning. Oliver Perez didn't have his best stuff tonight but found a way to limit the damage to a three run third. Perez ran out...
Needing pitchers, Marlins recall 2 right-handers
August 29, 2009 by
Miami Herald
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Right-handers Luis Ayala and Tim Wood have been recalled by the Florida Marlins from Triple-A New Orleans.
Needing pitchers, Marlins recall 2 right-handers
August 29, 2009 by
Seattle Times
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Right-handers Luis Ayala and Tim Wood have been recalled by the Florida Marlins from Triple-A New Orleans.
Mets make a trade: Ahern for Ayala
August 17, 2008 by
Mets Fever
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Well it's not the player I expected ( Al Reyes) but at least they made a move and acquired a relief arm. It was said at the deadline that Omar was attempting to acquire Luis Ayala but that the price was too high. The Nats have been obsessed with finding a young starting quality...
No Reyes in Lineup Today
August 18, 2008 by
Dom D's Mets Fan Blog
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Here's the afternoon lineup as the Mets go for a perfect 7-0 trip:
A. Reyes, 2b
Evans, lf
Wright, 3b
Beltran, cf
Delgado, 1b
Tatis, rf
Easley, ss
Castro, c
Maine, rhp
Jose Reyes has been giving a day off, Wright got one yesterday....
Eddie Kunz has...
On a positive note...Awards, Niese & Wright
September 14, 2008 by
Mets Fever
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While trying to get out of the funk from today's loss which wasn't helped by tonight's Phillies win, giving them a four game sweep of the Brewers, I tried to look at the positive things that came form this weekend's series.... Sandwiched between the two bullpen meltdown...
Mets Pitchers vs Phillies : 2008 Edition
August 27, 2008 by
Dom D's Mets Fan Blog
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If you want to get sick, take a look at the Mets vs the Phillies in 2008. Even though the Mets own a 9-5 record against them they still manage to do some damage against us. I highlighted the players who have ERA over 4.00 against the Phillies and guess what?, It's most of our bullpen...
Unhappy Recap: Braves 7 Mets 4
September 15, 2008 by
The Happy Recap
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So much for Luis Ayala as the savior (and saver) out of the bullpen. For the second time in two days the Mets blew a 2-run lead and lost a game they should have won. This time however the lead was blown in the 9th, making it the 7th time the Mets lost a game they were winning after...
Right-handers Luis Ayala, Tim Wood recalled by Marlins to provide bullpen help
August 29, 2009 by
Star Tribune
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The ReclinerGM’s 2009 MLB Preview: Minnesota Twins
February 17, 2009 by
The Recliner GM
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explanation of rankings and other team previews
2008 Record:
Offseason Additions: Luis
Offseason Subtractions: Adam
Ranks
Line-Up -
Rotation -
Bullpen -
Defense - 4th tier (out of
Baserunning - 2nd tier (out of 5)
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Mets have Concerns to look at!
August 19, 2008 by
Dom D's Mets Fan Blog
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The Mets have many concerns going into the last month in a half of the season. They have injuries that could make or break them at many levels. If they do not get these guys healthy it could mean missing the playoffs or getting ousted out of the playoffs quick.
John Maine (Shoulder...
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