Yardbarker: Alex Cora

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:33:46 -0500

I've been so totally out of it lately. Sorry about that folks. But as for what's new? School is school, we named the puppy Kelda and she is made of adorable, video games are still awesome, and I have videos posted up on Blip TV of myself making an ass of myself...with saxy_clarinet being the "translator for the crazy impaired". So yeah. Stuff is good. I'll do this meme now.Who is your #1 favorite baseball team?Boston Red Sox...if the Montreal Expos were still around they...

While You Were Out: Amazin' Avenue Week In Review (11/1-11/7)

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:00:34 -0500

I can't wait to read reports from Jon Heyman and Ken Rosenthal about how Orlando Hudson would love to play for the Mets. The week's links: Why Omar Minaya Failed And What It Means For The Future - The post of the week. Sam compares the processes of Omar and Indians GM Mark Shapiro. Mets Winter League Update - Mark updates us on the performances of Ike Davis, Ruben Tejada, Josh Thole, Jenrry Mejia and Eric Niesen. Amazin' Avenue Refresh - Eric explains t...

Mets Exercise Option On Pelfrey And Some Thoughts

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:15:38 -0500

There was a flurry of minor moves yesterday regarding the Mets, as the free agent filing period continues to move forward. Former Mets who have officially filed now include Brian Schneider, Carlos Delgado, Alex Cora and Ramon Martinez. I believe that out of that group, at least one of them stands a good chance of returning next [...]

Back-up middle infielder situation...

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:14:00 -0500

James Kannengieser of Amazin Ave. posted a great article on Alex Cora. I couldn't agree more with James in that Cora simply doesn't bring enough to the table for what he cost. Cora has great intangibles and I'm sure he's going to be a very good coach but at 2M or more the talent he brings to a team simply isn't worth it. Generally back-up middle infielders with better skill sets then Cora cost under 1M. Marty Noble addressed the back-up middle infielder in his latest mailb...

Alex Cora Fascination

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 12:30:27 -0500

Maybe people are sick of reading about the intangibles topic but it is one that continues to fascinate me. Adam Rubin's late season report that Alex Cora will likely be re-signed and subsequent fan support for bringing back Cora is the latest source of this fascination. Cora is now 34 years old, coming off a replacement level season in which he earned $2 million. Smart organizations would bid such a player a fond farewell - thank you for the grit and leadership Alex...

A Johnson/Ricco coup coming...

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:34:00 -0500

I'm not really sure why the Wilpon's decided to keep Omar Minaya, is it really his contract extension which equates to little more then what Alex Cora would make in a season or do they want a figure head who could easily become a sacrificial lamb if things go bad.It makes sense from Omar prospective to return, he has nothing to lose since his reputation is at an all time low, returning regardless of the situation affords him the opportunity to restore some of his credibility. But it c...

I agree Valdez over Cora...

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 17:35:00 -0500

Here's how I believe a five man bench should be constructed; 1) back-up catcher, 2) corner infielder ( 1B/3B) who's more of a bat then a glove 3) fourth outfielder who is a good defender in all three spots 4) fifth outfielder plays the corners but more of a bat5) middle infielder (SS/2B) who is more of a defender then an offensive player. According to Adam Rubin of the Daily News Alex Cora is likely to re-sign, but Cora isn't a defensive infield specialist nor is he a corner infie...

Alex Cora To Return In 2010? Say It Ain't So Adam Rubin

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 04:00:57 -0500

In a recap of last night's game, Adam Rubin inserted a couple blurbs about the Mets' backup middle infield situation next season: [Anderson] Hernandez has demonstrated he doesn’t have the aptitude to play shortstop at the major-league level—even if he could handle second base. This is true. Hernandez has looked terrible at shortstop and the numbers back it up: -16.1 UZR/150 and -18 plus-minus/150 for his career. He's worth keeping in the organizat...

The Assassin's Circle: SoSG Alex Cora Comes Calling, Too

Sat, 12 Sep 2009 13:00:00 -0500

If you're going to play a game with assassins, don't screw up the prize mention, or you're going to get killed... And so it is that SoSG Alex Cora deserves front and center mention, because it was he (and Mrs. Cora) who procured the Mannywood shirt that Assassin's Circle winner Fred's Brim will receive. SoSG Sax should have taken no credit for this gift. My mistake. Apologies, SoSG Cora! Can I get unchained from this water heater now, please? Fred's Brim, you kno...

Mets Celebrate 20th Use of Disabled List! Hooray!

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 22:18:00 -0500

20!!!

Just a quick note that the New York Mets celebrated their 20th use of the disabled list earlier today placing Alex Cora on the team's favorite list. Cora, who earlier this season enjoyed a stint on the DL with a torn ligament in his thumb, has now fubarred his other thumb. I sh*! you not. On a side note, Cora's done about 50x more than expected and deserves about as much credit as anyone on this Mets 2009 collection - filling in, playing with pain and doing things the right way. This latest Mets designation is their 20th DL declaration for 18 players, tops in the majors. Shocker, right? I was floored.

Alex Cora To Have Season Ending Surgery

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 09:13:45 -0500

Shortstop Alex Cora became the latest Met to go on the disabled list after deciding to have season-ending surgery on his right thumb. Cora also has a torn ligament in each of his thumbs and will have surgery on this left thumb this Thursday, and surgery on his right thumb five weeks later. Cora, who signed as a free agent in [...]

Alex Cora out for the rest of the season

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 08:57:00 -0500

The Mets announced prior to last night's game that Alex Cora will undergo season ending surgery. Apparently both of Cora's thumbs need surgery and the veteran will be out for the rest of the season.I can't say enough about Cora, brought in as a role player, he ended up starting and becoming a clubhouse leader. Playing through pain, he was the type of gritty tough player that we had been clamouring for years and in a different season might have been the final piece.I have to believ...

Erin Andrews Takes Ball to the Chin at Mets Game

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 14:33:00 -0500

TMZ reports that Erin Andrews was struck in the chin by a foul ball hit by Met Alex Cora during the 4th inning. TMZ? Where the hell is Bart Hubbuch? At least she didn't suffer any damage to her... Full story: http://www.bobsblitz.com

Erin Andrews Takes Ball Off Chin, Blogger Headline Writers Dream Comes True

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 13:18:45 -0500

This one is breaking, as the mainstream calls it. Erin Pageviews suffered a bruised chin last night after taking an Alex Cora foulball off her most beautiful face, according to one of those TMZ reports that are usually correct. The alleged near death occured in the 4th inning. Erin was hustled to the hospital a few innings later, [...]

Alex Cora Does Have something to Offer

Tue, 01 May 2007 21:54:16 -0500

If you get pissed every time a player jogs to first base, then you should read this article. The Baseball Desert has a few quotes from Alex Cora in which he discusses his role with the Sox. If only every guy in the majors thought this way (the calling Francona "Tito" thing withstanding).