Yardbarker: Ramon Castro

Start Spreading the News: Broadway to New York

Sat, 30 May 2009 09:38:22 -0500

Broadway gives his regards to the Whte Sox. With a name like that, how could this not happen? From "Mets trade Castro to White Sox" (AP/SI.com): The New York Mets avoided a tricky situation Friday night when they traded backup catcher Ramon Castro...

At Least the Mets Can Hit .300

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 01:50:49 -0500

Sure, the Mets can't hit in socring position to save my life, but wow, these guys can hit .300! As of last night's game against the Cardinals, each position player on the Mets was hitting above .300 with the exception of Ramon Castro. Think about this: the Mets entire infield and outfield is hitting at least .300. Proof: J Reyes SS 5 1 2 1 0 1 1 .339 D Murphy LF 3 0 1 1 1 0 2 .320 D Wright 3B 4 1 2 1 0 1 2 .306 C Delgado 1B 4 0 1 0 0 1 0 .300 C Beltran CF 3 0 2 1 1 0 0 .354 ...

At Least the Mets Can Hit .300

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 01:50:47 -0500

Sure, the Mets can't hit in scoring position to save my life, but wow, these guys can hit .300! As of last night's game against the Cardinals, each position player on the Mets was hitting at least .300 with the exception of Ramon Castro (and Castro only has 20 at bats this season). Think about that: the Mets entire infield and outfield is hitting at least .300 right now. Crazy.Proof: J Reyes SS 5 1 2 1 0 1 1 .339 D Murphy LF 3 0 1 1 1 0 2 .320 D Wright 3B 4 1 2 1 0 1 2 .306 C Delg...

PREGAME: Mets @ Reds

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 13:24:50 -0500

The New York Mets (2-0) finish their opening series against the Cincinnati Reds (0-2) today at the Great American Ballpark. Oliver Perez (0-0, 0.00) makes his first start of the season after re-signing with the Mets this off-season, while Bronson Arroyo (0-0, 0.00) gets the nod for the Reds.Game time is 12:35 PM EST, and will be aired locally in New York on SNY. You can also follow the game live on MLB TV or MLB.com's Gameday application.Pitching MatchupOliver Perez (Career vs. Reds): 18 ...

2009 Opening Day Roster

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 10:15:50 -0500

Below is the opening day roster as it stands now. When the fifth starter is needed Livan Hernandez will replace Nick Evans. Pitchers B/T Ht Wt DOB 25 Pedro Feliciano L/L 5-10 190 08/25/76 48 Sean Green R/R 6-6 235 04/20/79 33 John Maine R/R 6-4 200 05/08/81 36 Darren O’Day R/R 6-4 225 10/22/82 39 Bobby Parnell R/R 6-4 200 09/08/84 34 Mike Pelfrey R...

PREGAME: Mets vs. Nationals

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 14:42:27 -0500

The New York Mets (11-13) host the Washington Nationals (11-12) at Tradition Field tonight at 7:10 PM EST. Johan Santana (1-1, 4.70) will take the mound for the Mets, looking to build upon his solid outing last week. The game will be broadcast on SNY, as well as MLB.TV for out-of-network subscribers.Here's the lineup:Jose Reyes, ssLuis Castillo, 2bDavid Wright, 3bCarlos Delgado, 1bCarlos Beltran, cfFernando Tatis, rfDaniel Murphy, lfRamon Castro, cJohan Santana, spJust a side note, this i...

We needed a durable catcher...

Wed, 18 Mar 2009 19:31:26 -0500

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 fi...

Castro Seems To Be Responding With The Bat

Thu, 05 Mar 2009 11:11:20 -0500

The other day I referred to a couple of reports that said the Mets were still looking to unload Ramon Castro and possibly replace him with Pudge Castro's name was also mentioned quite frequently around the time of the Winter Meetings in Las I wonder if the ...

Pudge still on the radar...

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 16:25:17 -0500

Rumors continue to swirl that Ramon Castro isn't exactly in the best graces of the organization. If they are true the Mets would have moved Castro this off-season and replaced him with Pudge Rodriguez. Most thought that his lack of conditioning or fragility were the cause of the thin ice under ...

Is Pudge Rodriguez an Upgrade?

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 16:52:42 -0500

The AP reported yesterday that Pudge Rodriguez has his eye on three teams: Astros, Marlins, and It has been rumored that the Mets are looking to trade the oft-injured Ramon Castro and his $2.3 million dollar salary. Is this a smart There has been no confirmation about this with the ...

Is Pudge the answer....

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 21:45:30 -0500

I'm surprised to hear that the Mets might be in the market for a new catcher. Brian Schneider was a target of Omar Minya's, who was familiar with his work since he was his GM in Montreal. I remember last off-season the Mets were willing to give up offense at the catchers position for a defensive minded catcher who worked well with pitcher's. My understanding is that the pitching staff was happy with the way he called a game and after getting off to a rough start behind the plate h...

Castro removed from game

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 20:21:14 -0500

Ramon Castro left tonight's game in the fifth inning with a leg injury. He pulled up lame running out a ground ball. As Castro crossed the first base bag he limped back to the bag, holding his right hamstring area.

Mets catchers lacking production

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 22:07:36 -0500

Ramon Castro started off hot and has tailed off. Brian Schnieder might be good defensively but has no power. Omar wanted defense .Did he sacrifice too much?

Castro Close To Returning To Mets

Wed, 14 Nov 2007 02:25:09 -0500

The Mets and Ramon Castro are close to completing a 2 year deal, the Associated Press reports.