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What’s Wrong with the New York Mets’ Bullpen?
May 7th, 2013 at 10:44 AM
Right from the beginning of the season, New York Mets fans knew the team would most likely run into a little bit of trouble.  While their primary concerns had to do with the team's starting pitching and outfield, it would be the middle relief that has plagued the Mets' 2013...

Minor League Mondays: is Rafael Montero Pitching Himself into the New York Mets Immediate Future Plans?
April 22nd, 2013 at 4:30 PM
There's a young pitcher on the New York Mets who has been absolutely dominant this regular 2013 season.  Low ERA, baffling opponents, undefeated 3-0 record, and by the way his name is not Matt Harvey.  Nor Zach Wheeler (if the undefeated record didn't give that away).  Even though he's only...

New York Mets: Can Bobby Parnell Handle the Closer’s Chair?
April 3rd, 2013 at 10:50 AM
Like any Mets fan, having the team put away the game early and handily was well enjoyed especially on opening day.  However, in a 162-game season chances are it won't happen often (though it would be nice).  Which is why having a competent closer is all the more important.  Which...

Mets 101 Season Preview Series: What Can the New York Mets Fans Look Forward to in 2013?
April 1st, 2013 at 10:28 AM
Ladies and gentlemen, fans and true believers...welcome to the 2013 season of the New York Mets!  So what is it that you as a fan have to look forward to? Ok, you're probably saying "look forward to?" to which I say Yes.  I know it may look bad right now,...

LaTroy Hawkins Makes the New York Mets Bullpen
March 25th, 2013 at 9:11 PM
 ***PHOTO1*** Trading the New York pinstripes for New York orange and blue, veteran bullpen pitcher LaTroy Hawkins has made the Mets' major league bullpen.  He'll be heading north with today being the deadline for letting non-roster veteran invitees know whether they would be making the trip or not.  The last time...

How Big is 2013 for New York Mets Manager Terry Collins?
February 9th, 2013 at 5:41 PM
 ***PHOTO1*** Could this be the most important season of manager Terry Collins career? New Year, new faces, same manager....well, not so much on the new faces part as we'll have to wait until around mid-season to see some movements to the majors. This season, however, will be a very important one for...

Mets 101 News and Notes: Michael Bourn, Marlon Byrd, Casinos, Steroids and More
February 6th, 2013 at 1:04 PM
Spring training is only five days away and the New York Mets still are searching for answers in their outfield. The Mets have been flirting with the idea of signing Michael Bourn for several weeks now, and while that remains a possibility it appears more and more likely that the...

What Do the New York Mets Still Need to Do This Off Season?
January 3rd, 2013 at 12:59 PM
 ***PHOTO1*** Similar to their previous off seasons to address the team's needs, the Mets are making their moves through trade and minor league deals.  After trading 2012 Cy Young award winner R.A. Dickey in a trade that looks to tackle the Mets' long plagued catching issues, along with bolstering it's farm...

Mets 101 Seven in Seven Series: Biggest Busts #3 – Jason Bay
December 30th, 2012 at 8:47 PM
Just in time for the holiday season, Mets 101's Seven in Seven series returns as our gift to you. Each week, the Mets 101 staff will begin a countdown of topics related to the New York Mets (i.e. best third baseman, worst defeat, etc.). We will begin our countdowns with...

Mets 101 Seven in Seven: Biggest Bust-#6 Roberto Alomar
December 23rd, 2012 at 10:06 AM
Just in time for the holiday season, Mets 101's Seven in Seven series returns as our gift to you. Each week, the Mets 101 staff will begin a countdown of topics related to the New York Mets (i.e. best third baseman, worst defeat, etc.). We will begin our countdowns with...

New York Mets Acquire Outfielder Collin Cowgill from Oakland Athletics
December 18th, 2012 at 1:36 PM
The New York Mets have begun to address their outfield needs now that R.A. Dickey has been traded away. The team acquired righty outfielder Collin Cowgill from the Oakland Athletics in exchange for third base prospect Jefry Marte, MetsBlog.com reports. Cowgill, 26, split time between Oakland and Triple-A Sacramento last...

R.A. Dickey Agrees to Extension with Toronto Blue Jays; Trade Will Be Announced Tonight
December 17th, 2012 at 1:00 PM
The R.A. Dickey trade took one big step towards its conclusion on Monday afternoon. Dickey and the Toronto Blue Jays have agreed on a two year extension worth approximately 25 million dollars, Ken Rosenthal of Fox Sports reports. All that remains in the process is for Dickey to pass a...

Mets 101 Seven in Seven Series: the Biggest Blockbusters – #2 Johan Santana
December 17th, 2012 at 1:13 AM
Just in time for the holiday season, Mets 101's Seven in Seven series returns as our gift to you. Each week, the Mets 101 staff will begin a countdown of topics related to the New York Mets (i.e. best third baseman, worst defeat, etc.). We will begin our countdowns with...

Breaking: New York Mets and Toronto Blue Jays Agree in Principle on R.A. Dickey Trade
December 16th, 2012 at 2:11 PM
The much talked about R.A. Dickey trade moved one step closer to completion. The New York Mets and Toronto Blue Jays have agreed in principle on a deal that will send the Cy Young winner to Toronto, Ken Rosenthal of Fox Sports reports. The trade was agreed to about twenty...

Mets 101 50th Anniversary Article: the Broadcasters: a Look Back at the Men Who Called the Game
December 15th, 2012 at 5:48 PM
Back in 2006, I became a full fledged Mets fan.  Key word full fledged.  Not because I was jumping on to the wagon, but because that just happened to be the year I recognized myself with that win from behind, never out of it, come from behind nit and grit...

Breaking: R.A. Dickey Could Be Traded as Soon as Today
December 14th, 2012 at 6:05 PM
The R.A. Dickey saga may soon be nearing a surprising conclusion. Multiple reports have indicated that the New York Mets may deal the 38 year old Cy Young winner by the end of the day today. (Be sure to check out Mets Blog for a full recap of the day's...

Report: New York Mets Increase Contract Offer to R.A. Dickey
December 11th, 2012 at 11:21 AM
The R.A. Dickey saga continues to twist and turn this offseason. The latest developments could lead to a happy ending for those who wish to see the Cy Young winner remain in Queens for a few more years. The New York Mets have raised their offer to Dickey to a...

Mets 101 Seven in Seven Series: Top Concerts at Shea Stadium/Citi Field #1 – the Beatles/Paul McCartney
December 9th, 2012 at 1:36 AM
Just in time for the holiday season, Mets 101's Seven in Seven series returns as our gift to you.  Each week, the Mets 101 staff will begin a countdown of topics related to the New York Mets (i.e. best third baseman, worst defeat, etc.).  We will begin our countdowns with...

Mets 101 Seven in Seven Series: the Top Concerts in Shea Stadium/Citi Field #2 – Pope John Paul II at Shea Stadium
December 8th, 2012 at 6:36 PM
Just in time for the holiday season, Mets 101's Seven in Seven series returns as our gift to you.  Each week, the Mets 101 staff will begin a countdown of topics related to the New York Mets (i.e. best third baseman, worst defeat, etc.).  We will begin our countdowns with...

Mets 101 News and Notes: Wright Press Conference, Trade Rumors
December 6th, 2012 at 12:40 AM
The New York Mets held a press conference Wednesday to announce David Wright's $138 Million contract extension that will keep the cornerstone third baseman in Flushing until 2020. "I'll never put another uniform on" Wright said at Nashville's Opryland Hotel, as Met brass is in the music city this week...