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Nothing is Ever Easy With This Team
Those were the prophetic and applicable words used by Keith Hernandez last night in the 10th inning, and boy are they ever true. After coming back to take the lead in the top of the 10th, Luis Ayala looked like he was in cruise control getting the fi...
Written by David Marine about 1 day ago 0 comments -
Not Just Our Bullpen
We all know how bad our bullpen is, but it's nice to see that other team have crummy ones too. Yesterday was a perfect example. Eric Gagne came into the game with a 1-run lead, but left the game down 4-2. In addition to Gagne's stellar performance, I...
Written by David Marine about 2 days ago 0 comments -
Will the Real David Wright Please Stand Up
David Wright is quietly the 2008 Mets' version of Alex Rodriguez: Nice stats, awful in the clutch. I say 'quietly' because no one, other than Dave here, is really commenting on it. Finally, Gary Cohen and Keith discussed it during Wright's putrid 8th in...
Written by David Marine about 2 days ago 0 comments -
David Wright: Waiting for September
ESPN.com's Jerry Crasnick wrote an article this week about the 9 MLB players that really come through in September. Listed at #4 is the Mets very own David Wright. According to Crasnick's stats David Wright is a career .324 hitter with .549 sl...
Written by David Marine about 7 days ago 2 comments -
The Bounce Back
The Mets have proven to me their ability to bounce back after a bad loss. We've had our full of bad losses this season, but since the All Star break the Mets have showed that they won't let those blown games keep them down, especially against the Philli...
Written by David Marine about 7 days ago 0 comments -
Aaron Heilman Tells Me to Shut Up
It's 12:04 on Wednesday morning and Aaron Heilman has me wide awake. I'm pretty confident that the Mets will lose this game against the Phillies, but I have to give credit to Aaron Heilman for pitching 3 scoreless innings. I thought he'd blow it in h...
Written by David Marine about 8 days ago 0 comments -
New York Mets One Game Away from the Anti-Depressants
Think Mets fans are glad their team is in first? They would be, if they thought it would last. David Marine writes that the euphoria of first could turn into the despair of missing the playoffs (again) in the blink of an eye.
Written by David Marine about 11 days ago 4 comments -
Carlos Delgado: Comeback Player of the Year
As I sat there watching Carlos Delgado round the bases after hitting his second 3-run home run of the night, I turned to my wife dumbfounded to which she replied, "He's on steroids. This turnaround is not natural." She has a point. Delgado's turnarou...
Written by David Marine about 9 days ago 1 comments -
Solving the Pitching Equation
Move over John Nash, I'm here to rewrite the formula for the Mets pitching. So Billy Wagner is out. John Maine is questionable. Pedro Feliciano is dead to me. And there's crazy talk about limiting Mike Pelfrey. Last I checked this was the major leagu...
Written by David Marine about 10 days ago 0 comments -
Wasted Effort
A half game is all that stands between the Mets and the Phillies. The Phillies have another game against the Dodgers tonight so heading into the series with the Phillies on Tuesday the Mets could find themselves tied for first place.The great run the Me...
Written by David Marine about 10 days ago 1 comments -
Back to Church
It's not Sunday, but the Mets will be looking for Church tonight. David Marine anticipates the return of Ryan Church to the Mets lineup tonight in the game against Houston.
Written by David Marine about 13 days ago 0 comments -
Santana Will Lead Us
Every 5th day there is a man that the Mets can follow to victory. His name is Johan Santana.Santana has earned his paycheck the second half of the season and proved it again last night with a masterful duel against Roy Oswalt. Santana shutout the Astros...
Written by David Marine about 12 days ago 0 comments -
The Mets' Killer D's
David, Delgado and defense. Those are the Mets' Killer D's and they were the key to not just last night's victory, but our potential pennant run.David Wright and Carlos Delgado have decided to carry this team offensively, and I am happy to see them do i...
Written by David Marine about 13 days ago 0 comments -
Shea Memories: The Chair Debacle
With this being the last season for Shea Stadium a lot of websites and networks are looking for Mets fans' favorite Shea memory. I have quite a few to choose from, but one of the most memorable accounts has to do with an All Star ballot and a chair in t...
Written by David Marine about 14 days ago 0 comments -
All Grown Up
It's just that time of year. A time for new beginnings. Summer is almost over. It's back to school time. My oldest son is going to Pre-K. And Mike Pelfrey pitches the first complete game of his career. Ah, Mikey's growing up so fast. Think of how ...
Written by David Marine about 14 days ago 0 comments -
If Two Reyes' Are Good, Three Are Better
The Mets just signed former Tampa Bay Devil Ray (yes, they'll always be Devil Rays to me) closer, Al Reyes. Now that's what I'm talking about.Reyes is far from being a saviour, but here's a guy who's down on his luck and a new situation might turn him a...
Written by David Marine about 15 days ago 0 comments -
Bring Me Relief
Let's say you're Omar Minaya. How do you feel about your job security right now? That's what I thought. Probably not too secure. You've got a bullpen that can't hold a lead. Your closer is injured. You made zero moves at the trading deadline. And if the...
Written by David Marine about 15 days ago 0 comments -
A Very Unique Blog
I was introduced to Jimmy Scott's High and Tight yesterday, and I have to tell you that it is quite possibly one of the most unique sports blogs I have come across. Jimmy Scott is a fictional New York pitcher nearing the end of his career, and the blog ...
Written by David Marine about 15 days ago 0 comments -
Character Tested, Character Approved
I love it when I'm right and things work out. In yesterday's post, I mentioned how this series with the Braves would be a test of the Mets character to see if they can overcome their archnemesis even though the Braves are no longer contenders. Well, ...
Written by David Marine about 15 days ago 0 comments -
A Test of Character
You want to see what the Mets are made of? So do I, and we'll get our chance this week when the Braves come to town. I really think this is going to be a defining series for the Mets. The Braves are coming in as a team that's well under .500, has bas...
Written by David Marine about 16 days ago 0 comments -
More BLOWpen Please
It's rich, chocolaty BLOWpen for all those Pittsburgh Pirates this afternoon. Nothing like sipping from a cup of warm, delicious BLOWpen that the Mets love to serve up on a regular basis. The Mets BLOWpen now has a stellar record of 18-20 on the seas...
Written by David Marine about 17 days ago 0 comments -
More BLOWpen Please
It's rich, chocolaty BLOWpen for all those Pittsburgh Pirates this afternoon. Nothing like sipping from a cup of warm, delicious BLOWpen that the Mets love to serve up on a regular basis. The Mets BLOWpen now has a stellar record of 18-20 on the seas...
Written by David Marine about 17 days ago 0 comments -
Jose Reyes Is Making a Run for MVP
It's only the middle of August and a lot could happen between now and October 1st, but I'm here to tell you that you should be enjoying the season Jose Reyes is having. For some reason, we're all caught up in the BLOWpen or the resurgance of Carlos Delg...
Written by David Marine about 17 days ago 0 comments -
Jose Reyes Is Making a Run for MVP
It's only the middle of August and a lot could happen between now and October 1st, but I'm here to tell you that you should be enjoying the season Jose Reyes is having. For some reason, we're all caught up in the BLOWpen or the resurgance of Carlos Delg...
Written by David Marine about 17 days ago 0 comments -
Thank You Pirates
Dear Pittsburgh Pirates, Thank you so much for being such gracious hosts this weekend as the Mets came to town. You truly rolled out the red carpet for us and don't think it went without notice. Your errors in the field and lack of hitting at the ...
Written by David Marine about 18 days ago 0 comments
