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Photo: John Franco poses in the Mets HOF
(from the Mets on Twitter)
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17 days ago
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Video: Paul DePodesta talks ‘Moneyball’ on MLB Network
Paul DePodesta talks about ‘Moneyball,’ and why he decided to not have his name used in the film.
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17 days ago
Live Blog of John Franco’s conference call
The Mets announced today that John Franco will be inducted in to the team’s Hall of Fame on June 3 before an afternoon game against the Cardinals.
Here is a live blog of comments, quotes and notes from Franco’s conference call with reporters:
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17 days ago
ESPN: Mets monitoring left-handed hitters market
The #Mets are diligently monitoring the LH-hitting OF market: Damon, Fukudome, Ankiel, Ibanez and Pierre.
— Jerry Crasnick (@jcrasnick) January 26, 2012
The surplus of LH bats gives Sandy Alderson leverage — always a good thing for a team with financial constraints. #Mets
— Jerry Crasnick (@jcrasnick) January 26, 2012
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17 days ago
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17 days ago
Mets to announce new member to team Hall of Fame
The Mets Hall of Fame Committee has elected a new member to the Mets Hall of Fame. Stay tuned for the announcement within the next hour!!
— New York Mets (@Mets) January 26, 2012
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17 days ago
Isringhausen not likely to return
In a report to the New York Post Dan Martin says, “It doesn’t appear there is going to be room in the Mets’ retooled bullpen for Jason Isringhausen.”
“There probably isn’t a fit for him here,” one source told Martin. “He’s been talking to other teams, and we think he’ll wind up elsewhere.”
Izzy, 39, appeared in 53 games for the Mets this year before having his...
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17 days ago
Reds sign Jeff Francis
The Reds have signed free-agent LHP Jeff Francis to a minor league deal, Jon Heyman of CBSSports reported on Twitter.
Last week, Jerry Crasnick of ESPN said the Mets, Reds, Blue Jays and Mariners had been “keeping tabs” on Francis.
Francis, 31, went 6-16 with a 4.82 ERA in 183 innings during 31 starts for the Royals last season. Although he gave up 224 hits, he allowed just...
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17 days ago
Mets pitchers and catchers report to St. Lucie in 25 days
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18 days ago
Should the Mets retire Hernandez’s No. 17?
In a post to Mets by the Numbers, Jon Springer writes:
“Perhaps giving into fan indignation and recognizing Keith Hernandez’s growing legend for his post-career contributions to the cause of Met-ness, No. 17 was unissued in 2011. It was the first time in 21 years no Met had worn 17. … Is it permanent? Or just taking a well-deserved break?”
The last player...
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18 days ago
DePo on MLB Network tonight at 5:30
Paul DePodesta will be an in-studio guest on MLB Network’s Clubhouse Confidential today at 5:30 p.m. ET.
During the interview, DePodesta will discuss his use of analytics, working with A’s GM Billy Beane, his experience watching “Moneyball” for the first time, and his emphasis on creating the right process for the Mets developmental system.
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18 days ago
NBC: Ike Davis is NL’s 2nd best first baseman
Yesterday, Prince Fielder reportedly signed a nine-year, $214 million contract with the Tigers.
In a post to NBC Hardball Talk, Matthew Poulliot lists Ike Davis as the second best first baseman in the National League (now that Fielder is in the AL), with his projected .864 OPS behind only Joey Votto‘s .990 OPS.
According to FanGraphs, Bill James projects Davis to hit .288 with...
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18 days ago
Einhorn & firm fined $11M by UK authorities
David Einhorn & firm fined $11M by UK authorities for trading on insider info. good thing Mmets aren’t involved w/ einhorn
— Jon Heyman (@JonHeymanCBS) January 25, 2012
In September, Mets Ownership and Einhorn broke off talks about a potential limited partnership. At the time, ESPN New York’s Adam Rubin wrote, “Einhorn alleged the Wilpons changed agreed-upon...
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18 days ago
Mets pitchers and catchers report to St. Lucie in 26 days
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18 days ago
Wally Backman on Wheeler, Harvey, Familia & Gorski
Yesterday at the B.A.T. dinner, Wally Backman told reporters that Zack Wheeler, Matt Harvey, Jeurys Familia and Darin Gorski could put the Mets in a position like they were in during the early 80s (when the organization promoted Ron Darling, Doc Gooden and Sid Fernandez).
“These are quality arms if they can stay healthy, because they know how to pitch,” Backman proclaimed...
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18 days ago
Video: Seaver, Davey and Marichal talk about Gary Carter
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Tom Seaver, Davey Johnson and Juan Marichal talk about Gary Carter.
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18 days ago
Beltran Q&A with media at yesterday’s BAT dinner
Yesterday, before the B.A.T. dinner in New York, Carlos Beltran said he believes Mets fans are going to love newly-acquired OF Andres Torres, who Beltran played with on the Giants last season.
“He’s a good guy that really works hard,” Beltran explained. “He has a lot of energy and a lot of passion for what he does. He’s a strong human being.”
According...
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18 days ago
John Franco’s short message to Mets fans
(from the Mets on Twitter)
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19 days ago
Carlos Beltran talks about his move to St. Louis
This afternoon at the B.A.T. Dinner in Manhattan, Carlos Beltran spoke with reporters and, according to Andy Martino of the Daily News, talked about his transition to the St. Louis Cardinals and how Mets fans might react, and said:
“Actually, I’m not thinking about the fans, I’m thinking about myself. I’m thinking about my chances of being with the team. Like I said, I...
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19 days ago
Mets sign LHP Adrian Almeida
Venezuelan reports have #Mets signing LHP Adrián Almeida. No idea who that is, honestly.
— Adam Rubin (@AdamRubinESPN) January 24, 2012
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19 days ago
B.A.T. to honor Mets tonight in NYC
The Mets will be honored tonight at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York during the 23rd annual B.A.T. fundraising dinner.
Tickets for the event, which can be purchases here, will be on sale today until 2 pm.
The dinner will include dozens of players from the team’s past, including Wally Backman, Carlos Beltran, David Cone, Ron Darling, Sid Fernandez, Bud Harrelson, Keith...
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19 days ago
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