2009 New York Mets Discussion

[cougarjake13]

is it just that the mets bats relax when they see santanas 57 on the mound ??




wtf ??


ahh at least they won

[hammersavage]

Moyer's throwing BP. Good to see

[cougarjake13]

wright !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[hammersavage]

Get your brooms out! Mini brooms but still

[cougarjake13]

where were these bats last night ??

[hammersavage]

Later you old fuck

[NickyL0885]

Keith deserves an award for what he just did. The man is hilarious. Its like he's the President with all that security.

[PD]

Keith deserves an award for what he just did. The man is hilarious. Its like he's the President with all that security.

I love roaming Keith.

(and Hitting mets)

[PD]

the umps STINK tonight (and of course its all phils for the calls)
Victorino throws his shoulder into reyes on run down and they call reyes for obstruction?

and this after victorino got a phantom foul tip.

[hammersavage]

I'd go with putz here to start. Well see

[BeerBandit]

Put it in the books! 1/2 game out!

[PD]

I'd go with putz here to start. Well see

the more i see Frankie, the more I like him.

he's got guts; he may give up runners, but when its down to it, i have confidence in him

[foodcourtdruide]

That Victorino shoulder was terrible. If Reyes did that Phillies fans would say he was the most immature player in baseball. Victorino, you sir, looked like an asshole tonight.

[MC Pee Pants]

Victorino always looks like an asshole. I hate that prick, always have. HE looks like a fetal pig.

[hammersavage]

the more i see Frankie, the more I like him.

he's got guts; he may give up runners, but when its down to it, i have confidence in him

KRod looks great. He's been great the past few nights, especially seems like the more often they use him. I just thought Putz would have been logical with yesterday off and KRod going 3 straight. But it worked.


I'm 2 and 0 at Citi Field. I highly recommend the Promenade Club on the upper level behind home plate. If its not too packed, they let anyone in. It had a full bar and awesome food. I had the garlic fries with some gravy and they were awesome.

[Marc with a c]

i was so close to you snookums. i was in 509 tonight. i just had alot of beers for six dollars which i was happy about.

i'm 1-0. victorino is a bitch.

[hammersavage]

i was so close to you snookums. i was in 509 tonight. i just had alot of beers for six dollars which i was happy about.

i'm 1-0. victorino is a bitch.

You son of bitch. I was in 535. If I had seen you, I would have lost my mind.

[Marc with a c]

You son of bitch. I was in 535. If I had seen you, I would have lost my mind.

i had a hat on. i was hardly recognizable.

[hammersavage]

Hat? I'd know that ass with a blindfold on.

[Marc with a c]

the hat was on my ass. i've been a victim of way toomany butt rapes at mets games in the past.

[BeerBandit]

Victorino always looks like an asshole. I hate that prick, always have. HE looks like a fetal pig.
I concur. Victorino is an ass. He's always been an ass. Jerry getting run in last night's game is a great start but I want more. Next Philly series, I want Victorino plugged. Game 1, right in the back. Game 2, right on the hip. Game 3 , a little chin music. He must be taught a lesson.
Dirty prick.

[PD]

KRod looks great. He's been great the past few nights, especially seems like the more often they use him. I just thought Putz would have been logical with yesterday off and KRod going 3 straight. But it worked.


I'm 2 and 0 at Citi Field. I highly recommend the Promenade Club on the upper level behind home plate. If its not too packed, they let anyone in. It had a full bar and awesome food. I had the garlic fries with some gravy and they were awesome.

I'm 0-3 :glurps:
my tix are section 515- I'll have to look into that.

[BeerBandit]

Finally a late inning run.

[BeerBandit]

DELGADO!

[cougarjake13]

That Victorino shoulder was terrible. If Reyes did that Phillies fans would say he was the most immature player in baseball. Victorino, you sir, looked like an asshole tonight.

Victorino always looks like an asshole. I hate that prick, always have. HE looks like a fetal pig.




i hope we fucking drill him in the head the next time we face him

[PD]

Another good game- beating a bad team.

I"m going tomorrow; I'm worried my jinx will work once again :down:

[cougarjake13]

Another good game- beating a bad team.

I"m going tomorrow; I'm worried my jinx will work once again :down:




stay home then

[hammersavage]

Another good game- beating a bad team.

I"m going tomorrow; I'm worried my jinx will work once again :down:

Even you couldn't stop them. 7 straight.


So 3 at home with the Braves with Santana on the hill tomorrow. Then 4 in SF, 3 in LA, 3 in Boston. Tough stretch.

[cougarjake13]

Even you couldn't stop them. 7 straight.


So 3 at home with the Braves with Santana on the hill tomorrow. Then 4 in SF, 3 in LA, 3 in Boston. Tough stretch.

had to check the schedule



i thought interleague games were only in june and july



obviously those 3 in LA will be less difficult with no manny

[PD]

Even you couldn't stop them. 7 straight.


yup. Solid game. Livan showed why he belongs on this team instead of Pedro. the guy didn't have his stuff at the beginning, but he battled and battled, not just with his pitching, but a very good defensive play and even hits.

Jerry got balls today too with the running game- and that is what this team needed.

I hope they keep pedal to the metal vs Atlanta.

[disneyspy]

the mets have pulled even with the tigers due to their win streak,it wont last,sheff will chock when you need him

[PD]

the mets have pulled even with the tigers due to their win streak,it wont last,sheff will chock when you need him

sheff is not an important player on this team, so that's not on my worry list.

From MLB.com
Chipper may miss today's game due to hyperextended elbow.
http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090510&content_id=4662310&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb


and this was put in the parking lot, though I didn't see it.
http://www.metsblog.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/img00043-2d20090508-2d1855.jpg

[King Hippos Bandaid]

4-0 When I am in Florida


if the Mets start losing, beat me, place me in a burlap sack and ship me to Ft Lauderale


very happy, although Sean Green needs to be optioned when Redding is brought up

[hammersavage]

I'll definitely beat you, but I don't know where I'm getting that burlap sack

[hammersavage]

8 Reasons Why You Should Have a Man-Crush on Omir Santos

7) When he was brought up from Triple A, he asked the equipment manager, what the number of the catcher was when the Mets last won the World Series which is Gary Carter, #8. He then chose the #9 jersey. That actually happened.

The rest were mostly uneventful

[K.C.]

Victorino always looks like an asshole. I hate that prick, always have. HE looks like a fetal pig.

He would be one of the most popular Mets easily, if he was on that team.

[hammersavage]

He would be one of the most popular Mets easily, if he was on that team.

Yup. I always say I hate him the most but if he was my guy, I'd love him. The bitch incident last week soured it a little but still.

[K.C.]

Yup. I always say I hate him the most but if he was my guy, I'd love him. The bitch incident last week soured it a little but still.

If he was a Met and did it to Rollins, every guido on Long Island would be calling up WFAN talking about what a gritty and smart player he was.

It was dirty, but it was Ric Flair dirty.

There's a difference between that, and A-Rod trying to slap the ball out of the glove at first base.

[hammersavage]

If he was a Met and did it to Rollins, every guido on Long Island would be calling up WFAN talking about what a gritty and smart player he was.

It was dirty, but it was Ric Flair dirty.

There's a difference between that, and A-Rod trying to slap the ball out of the glove at first base.

It's the play I would reference it to. It was smart but a little bitchy

[PD]

Victorino reminds me of Lenny "Nails" Dykstra- and we see what Met fans thought of him when he was here.
I'm more pissed at the umps than Victorino over that.
as for the A-rod slapping play, its not THAT different. Both are "questionable", but A-Rod's is pussier.

I'd like to think if my team did that I wouldn't like it, but you never know; the closest I remember is Marlon Anderson had a take out slide that was way out.

[cougarjake13]

OVER/UNDER


METS SCORE 2 RUNS FOR SANTANA TONIGHT




i say the bust out and score 3

[hammersavage]

Got a bad feeling tonight. He's just been almost too good and in line for an average game and his numbers against the Braves aren't good.

[cougarjake13]

Got a bad feeling tonight. He's just been almost too good and in line for an average game and his numbers against the Braves aren't good.

true but you can say a similar thing about d lowe


so maybe we dont get the pitching matchup we think and both guys give up 4+ runs

[MC Pee Pants]

Who won?

[hammersavage]

Don't ask

[disneyspy]

atlanta 8 to 3,the tigs now have a 1/2 game lead,wheeeeeeeeeeee

[MC Pee Pants]

Holy shit what happened. I had band practice all night and i dont feel like watching ESPN, i only trust this thread.

[hammersavage]

23–year-old 1B Nick Evans is batting just .093 with a .218 OBP in 75 at bats for Triple-A Buffalo this season.

He might go down to single A. What the hell happened there?

[hammersavage]

Nice to see Pelfrey getting the Santana treatment tonight.

[PD]

Nice to see Pelfrey getting the Santana treatment tonight.

its been eerily familiar so far.
dink dunk run.
and if cora didnt get hung up, it could have led to a run.

Now its 2-0, and Mets still have dead bats.

[hammersavage]

:annoyed:

[hammersavage]

Thanks for the RBI's Jose but look up!

[Chip196]

Thanks for the RBI's Jose but look up!

seriously ... love him being agressive, but you have to be aware of the situation.

[hammersavage]

C'mon. One time, a late rally. A come from behind one, let's go

[hammersavage]

That's a start! Fuck yea, good job Luis.



Beltran was out

[Chip196]

That's a start! Fuck yea, good job Luis.



Beltran was out

YES!!! Great pinch hitting job! Lot's of running outs tonight ... wright caught stealing, and thrown out at home. Reyes trying for third ... Tatis getting picked off. Too much

[BeerBandit]

Fucking Larry. When will this guy stop killing us?

[Chip196]

Fucking Larry. When will this guy stop killing us?

He'll end up coaching or something after he retires and screwing us for years to come.

[PD]

YES!!! Great pinch hitting job! Lot's of running outs tonight ... wright caught stealing, and thrown out at home. Reyes trying for third ... Tatis getting picked off. Too much

maybe, but in the 10th, the single /stolen base was huge.

finally the other team pulls a Kenny Rogers.

http://www.ronfineman.com/KennyRogers.jpg

[SP1!]

maybe, but in the 10th, the single /blown umpire call was huge.

finally the other team pulls a Kenny Rogers.

This was an ugly, stolen win for the mets, the game should have never gotten into the 10th

[hammersavage]

Day game. Niese let up 2 but I actually thought his stuff looked alright. He should settle down. Let's score 10 today just in case

[King Hippos Bandaid]

the Mets wont lose to anyone named Jo-Jo

already 2-2


edit: 4-2 Braves: I stink at everything

[Chip196]

[QUOTE=PD;2252812]maybe, but in the 10th, the single /stolen base was huge.

finally the other team pulls a Kenny Rogers.

yes, the stolen base was huge, but he shoul have been out. Not complaining, just saying the running was horrendous last night.

[BeerBandit]

Tatis!

[hammersavage]

Now go out and put up two more zero's Niese

[hammersavage]

Puddin' brain really looks terrible lately

[hammersavage]

C'mon boys. Little comeback, one time

[Marc with a c]

shefffffffff.

[hammersavage]

Think we're asking a little too much from KRod here

[King Hippos Bandaid]

boo urns Tatis. mmm bop I just turned on you

[hammersavage]

blerg

[SP1!]

Should have been a sweep if not for poor calls by the umpire

[MC Pee Pants]

I still wan Tatis everyday. Or at least more often. They need to lower that wall or Reyes needs to run hard in the bottom of the 12th. WHAT THE FUCK!?!?!?!?

[Jujubees2]

I still wan Tatis everyday. Or at least more often. They need to lower that wall or Reyes needs to run hard in the bottom of the 12th. WHAT THE FUCK!?!?!?!?

I agree that he should have been running hard but I don't think he gets a triple on that even if he was.

[MC Pee Pants]

I agree that he should have been running hard but I don't think he gets a triple on that even if he was.

But he could had forced an errant throw. You never know. Is that the correct word to use, errant?

[cougarjake13]

But he could had forced an errant throw. You never know. Is that the correct word to use, errant?

yep




a: straying outside the proper path or bounds
b: moving about aimlessly or irregularly

[cougarjake13]

the Mets wont lose to anyone named Jo-Jo

already 2-2


edit: 4-2 Braves: I stink at everything




you'll never learn will you

[hammersavage]

Jose Reyes will be out of the lineup tonight as he gets a day off. Alex Cora will play short and bat second, while Luis Castillo will be in the lead off spot.

Castillo will be followed by Cora, Carlos Beltran, Gary Sheffield, David Wright, Fernando Tatis, Ramon Castro, Ryan Church and John Maine.

Putz will also miss a couple with elbow inflammation. Redding will make Niese's next start. Lot of roster moves coming up if Delgado can't play

[cougarjake13]

Putz will also miss a couple with elbow inflammation. Redding will make Niese's next start. Lot of roster moves coming up if Delgado can't play

were screwed

[hammersavage]

We don't lose much when Cora plays. He's such a pro

[hammersavage]

Boo Parnell

[hammersavage]

David!!

[hammersavage]

And Ramon!

[BeerBandit]

Another first inning run. I'm feeling good about tonight. We beat up Lincecum last year.

[hammersavage]

Finally, a little heart from this team lately. Great to see

[hammersavage]

Let's go!!! Do they go to KRod here again? The man's arm is gonna fall off. But with no Putz I guess there is no choice.


Delgado's going on the DL

[BeerBandit]

Apparently, the trick is for me to not watch. I shut off both of the last two games after a couple of innings and went to bed. Then I find out in the morning that they've won.

But, I don't wanna be a jinx.

[MC Pee Pants]

Yea, I listened to that 12 inning game the other day on the radio at work and when i got out I rushed home to see the end. I got in just in time to see Reyes hit a double and Shef strike out, I haven't watched either of these games and they're doing good. This scares me.

They also seem to be doing ok without Delgado, maybe the team feels like they need to pick up the slack and are playing better baseball.

[disneyspy]

shef struck out in an extra inning game? seems hard to believe. cant believe the tigers let him go. dont expect him to get a hit when you need it

[King Hippos Bandaid]

wow 15 (Non Homerun) runs in S.F, love how the Mets are generating the runs

[MC Pee Pants]

I also cant listen to the bullpen pitching on the radio. I guess i have post traumatic stress from last year but whenever the starting pitching comes out I listen to music until the Mets are at bat again.

[cougarjake13]

shef struck out in an extra inning game? seems hard to believe. cant believe the tigers let him go. dont expect him to get a hit when you need it



he's not starting and we aint expecting much

[cougarjake13]

so who are they gonna have play first ??


evans ??

[King Hippos Bandaid]

7 Runs, they must not be aware that Johan is pitching

[epo]

shef struck out in an extra inning game? seems hard to believe. cant believe the tigers let him go. dont expect him to get a hit when you need it

Sheffield is a complete waste of time at this point.

[cougarjake13]

7 Runs, they must not be aware that Johan is pitching

isnt that the amount of runs they scored in his previous 7 starts combined ??

[hammersavage]

Sheffield is a complete waste of time at this point.

please don't say dumb things. You're better than that

[disneyspy]

Sheffield is a complete waste of time at this point.

sheff single handily killed the tigs last year,the mets are so screwed,he plays well when you dont need him and stinks and 3/4 ths when you do

[foodcourtdruide]

sheff single handily killed the tigs last year,the mets are so screwed,he plays well when you dont need him and stinks and 3/4 ths when you do

They needed him to play well the past few games and he has.

[disneyspy]

They needed him to play well the past few games and he has.

maybe you should look at the situational stats from this year

with RISP/2 OUTS .100
BASES LOADED .000

i watched him for 2 years in detroit,he's a chocker,why do you think they let him go for nothing? seriously,i pity you mets fans

[foodcourtdruide]

maybe you should look at the situational stats from this year

with RISP/2 OUTS .100
BASES LOADED .000

i watched him for 2 years in detroit,he's a chocker,why do you think they let him go for nothing? seriously,i pity you mets fans

All I said is that he's been playing well the past few games when they needed him.

[hammersavage]

Nice! Matty Franco, walk off two run single against the Yankees. Good to see it

[King Hippos Bandaid]

bases loaded no outs and no runs

are you sure these at bats were not reserved for Joahn

[cougarjake13]

damn who is that hot bitch sitting next to willie mc covey ???

[cougarjake13]

we should be killing the giants right now but we're losing 1-0

[BeerBandit]

we should be killing the giants right now but we're losing 1-0
5th inning. It's early.

[cougarjake13]

5th inning. It's early.

even still


we've had many opportunities and havent cashed in

[SatCam]

how many times can they load the bases and not score? how many fuckin times.................. unbelievable

[cougarjake13]

ahh we cant win em all i guess


3-1 aint bad

[hammersavage]

Well, Delgado getting surgery. Out til the All Star break. I think they should give Murphy a chance and if it doesn't work out, try to get Huff or Nick Johnson I guess.


Cora on the DL with a strained ligament in his right thumb. Reyes out again with the calf problem. Ollie pitched well in the minors.


Oddly enough, I don't think these are that big of a deal. For some reason, the big issues this team seems to rise above. It's the little things that seem to kill their psyche and momentum.


I'm really excited for Redding to finally be around. I thought he was a really good signing that people forgot and that he can really contribute. Where exactly and for how long, I don't know

[hammersavage]

Good to see Castillo back to sucking ass.


So many wasted opportunities.

[hammersavage]

Good to see Sheffield be so unclutch. His on base is over .400

[King Hippos Bandaid]

nice slide by Pagan, none of that head first garbage

[Pestz4Evah]

That was reeeeal ugly for you guys. Church misses 3rd base in the top of the 11th, and 2 big errors in the bottom of the 11th.

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_ki5EPOdCHyM/ShJK4oPXs2I/AAAAAAAACV4/yxHVHpmT3JQ/s400/002b.jpg
"It wasn't a bad game, it was a nightmare game for the New York Mets. It might very well have been the worst game the Mets have played since Casey Stengel and the '62 Mets."

—Vin Scully (http://www.sonsofstevegarvey.com/2009/05/post-game-40-thread-what-do-ryan-church.html)

[King Hippos Bandaid]

sleep deprived and I drove 2 hours to work

was it worth it to watch the Mets No


I think the Mets spin the "The wheel of interesting losses"

I say tonight it lands on walk off inside the park homerun for Juan Pierre after Sheffield over runs a line drive in the bottom of the 9th

[hammersavage]

Gotta be one of the worst innings of my life. It was just brutal to watch but I started laughing when it was over. Just an amazing and embarrassing way to lose.

[skyscraper]

they're the New York Mess.

[hammersavage]

John Maine doing what our regular hitters can't do

[K.C.]

I'd say you guys have a chance to rebound tonight, with Jeff Weaver pitching for the Dodgers, but then I saw you're throwing Livan Hernandez.

Yeah...that's a pick 'em of awfulness.

Might see a rare double-digit scoring for both teams game, which is almost impossible at Dodger Stadium.

[PD]

I'd say you guys have a chance to rebound tonight, with Jeff Weaver pitching for the Dodgers, but then I saw you're throwing Livan Hernandez.

Yeah...that's a pick 'em of awfulness.

Might see a rare double-digit scoring for both teams game, which is almost impossible at Dodger Stadium.

if you haven't watched Livan, you don't really get a good perspective on him.
He's a #5 and he's had some poor moments, but unlike other pitchers, he battles, limits damage, and contributes on defense and offense.

Now, Manuel finally has done what all of us were asking- he is letting Daniel Murphy start at 1B.
Putting Murphy at LF and Reed at 1B made no sense.

[Pestz4Evah]

Weaver has been pretty decent this year......he could be due for a bad start.

[cougarjake13]

if you haven't watched Livan, you don't really get a good perspective on him.
He's a #5 and he's had some poor moments, but unlike other pitchers, he battles, limits damage, and contributes on defense and offense.

Now, Manuel finally has done what all of us were asking- he is letting Daniel Murphy start at 1B.
Putting Murphy at LF and Reed at 1B made no sense.



was wondering that myself

[hammersavage]

Reyes will definitely be on the DL. how long he's out, who knows

[Marc with a c]

what happened?

[hammersavage]

Beating out an infield single, came up lame. Same injury that cost him 4 in SF. Walked down the stairs like he was 80.

It could be a precaution but its the same injury so I can't see him not going on the DL.

[Marc with a c]

fuck.

thanks.

[hammersavage]

Just bring up Wilmer Flores. Bring on the side show

[hammersavage]

These games are killing me. I can't be this nervous at 1 in the morning.

[hammersavage]

Jerry hates Church.


C'mon Fernando. One time!

[SP1!]

All I said is that he's been playing well the past few games when they needed him.

Good to see Sheffield be so unclutch. His on base is over .400

The problem is those moments are far and few in between for sheff, he wasnt missed in atlanta, just like he wasnt missed in detroit, sheff is a "me-first" type player and that is something no team needs. Especially the mets.

[foodcourtdruide]

It all doesn't matter, we won't win another game this season.

[SP1!]

It all doesn't matter, we won't win another game this season.

Oh they will win, just enough for mets fans to be pissed

[King Hippos Bandaid]

Angel Pagan needs to step up, he has shown flashes in 2008

Cora being hurt is salt on the wounds

Because......................

Reed's is okay at best
Murphy is a Dud
Sheffield is old
Tatis is inconsistent
Santos will slow down and be the 9 yr minor league nobody that he is

[MC Pee Pants]

Everyone calm down. Things are going to be ok. I want to slap anyone thinking to trade Reyes or Wright or anyone who wanted to trade Delgado this time last year and is now shitting their pants cuz hes gone. Lets go Mets.

[hammersavage]

Murphy playing 1st, batting leadoff.

Reyes still not on the DL. I'm amazed by that, he looked really hurt. So if its worse than last time, he'll sit for 8 games then come back? Stupid with how terrible the roster is already.

[PD]

A
Murphy is a Dud

Ive said Murphy is Dave Magadan, with the chance to be a Kevin Youkilis offensively.

he is slumping now, and may not be ready, but they might as well let him play for a few weeks at 1st.

[PD]

OK, this may be the only game they win in this series, but at least they won Santana's game.

[cougarjake13]

OK, this may be the only game they win in this series, but at least they won Santana's game.

pelfrey aint doing so bad today

[#1FanofESD]

Holy Fuck!!!

That was the best Mets game in years!!!

They hit in the clutch and then the shut down defense in the 9th has my pecker as hard as it's been since this morning when I jerked off.

This win could take this team a long, long way.

We needed at least two of three in Boston and we can just put some icing on the cake with a win tomorrow!!!

And fucking Santana is a beast! Pelfrey is becoming one too on occasion.

Fuck the sox!

Santos! Santos! Santos!

[PD]

Wow.

what a game

[foodcourtdruide]

Wowowowowowoowow!!!!b!!!!!

[hammersavage]

Just an unreal game. That felt like October. Pelfrey should really have no more questions about him, the kid is a solid #2.

Redding is a good pitcher, I expect a decent start tomorrow.

[MC Pee Pants]

If only the Yanks could win a game. Great game though, keep lickin' that hand Pelf.

[hammersavage]

If only the Yanks could win a game. Great game though, keep lickin' that hand Pelf.

They helped us today. Both games in the 9th. Exciting day for NY baseball

[hammersavage]

I do hope KRod isn't dead, however.

[Towelie]

http://img29.imageshack.us/img29/7483/1243135108272.gif

[cougarjake13]

i hope they keep santos and just get rid of castro

[Servo]

http://img29.imageshack.us/img29/7483/1243135108272.gif

Keith's reaction to that was priceless - "Oh, sit down... grab some pine, kid."

[hammersavage]

Daniel Murphy is alive!

[King Hippos Bandaid]

Angel Pagan needs to step up, he has shown flashes in 2008

Cora being hurt is salt on the wounds

Because......................

Reed's is okay at best
Murphy is a Dud
Sheffield is old
Tatis is inconsistent
Santos will slow down and be the 9 yr minor league nobody that he is


idiot, you sir know nothing

[hammersavage]

The good news is Francisco Rodriguez jogged out to the bullpen today and warmed up, hours after collapsing from back spasms that sent him the hospital.

That said, following today’s game, Jose Reyes told reporters that his leg is still not feeling good, and said there is ‘no chance’ he will start tomorrow.

What’s more, Ramon Martinez was removed from today’s game in the eighth inning with back pain, Jerry Manuel explained.

According to Manuel, he considered starting Fernando Tatis at shortstop today, suggesting he could turn to Tatis tomorrow in place of Martinez and Reyes.

Meanwhile, prior to the game, Manuel said it is possible Ryan Church could be put on the disabled list, as he will have his sore right hamstring examined tomorrow.

Church also said he is experiencing pain his right hip.

I don't think I ever remember a team with this many nagging injuries. Beltran even had a leg issue. It's awful.


Also this:
By the way, Nationals 1B Nick Johnson was a late scratch today due to ‘stomach discomfort,’ according to the Steve Yanda of the Washington Post, who writes:

When you first heard that Johnson had been scratched from the starting lineup at the last minute, how many of you figured he had been traded… That was the consensus up in the press box. Turns out, Johnson is still a member of the Nationals… Manny Acta said Johnson should be ready to play tomorrow at New York.”

I've wanted Nick Johnson for a while, he gets on base and is a great glove. But they have more needs now, I think I can live with Murphy there, he's looked pretty solid defensively.

[Bossanova]

Todays gae made me really wish they went after another starting pitcher this past offseason

[MC Pee Pants]

I miss Moises Alou.

[SP1!]

Ohhhhhhhhhh and they keep sliding, but losing Delgado is not a big loss huh.

[hammersavage]

Ohhhhhhhhhh and they keep sliding, but losing Delgado is not a big loss huh.

Are you retarded?

[hammersavage]

Terrible send right there

[PD]

. But they have more needs now, I think I can live with Murphy there, he's looked pretty solid defensively.

agree completely. Nick Johnson obviously has the injury problem, but if healthy he would be a fine successor to Keith Hernandez / John Olerud. Murphy may become a similar hitter though, so it's not as big a deal.

I am a bit concerned about the lack of depth in the minors at middle infield. These injuries though are really getting annoying, to say the least.

[hammersavage]

sheff single handily killed the tigs last year,the mets are so screwed,he plays well when you dont need him and stinks and 3/4 ths when you do

This gets dumber every day. Glad you are paying him $14 million to do this for us.

[hammersavage]

Maine was very good tonight. Bullpen was scary but got it done. Gotta beat the bad teams. Win tomorrow and Santana going Wednesday, that's how you get rolling.

[MC Pee Pants]

I wont complain about the bullpen. One run given up...big deal. Last year they would have blown it completely. I want to know how Heilman is working out for the Cubs. Mojo help me out.

[hammersavage]

Ryan Church and Jose Reyes have been put on the 15-day DL, Omar Minaya told reporters today.

Fernando Martinez has been promoted, and is on his way to Citi Field.

The Mets also traded cash to the Indians for minor-league SS Wilson Valdez, who will be promoted immediately to the 25-man roster.

HEY! A roster move! Finally

FMart batting 6th tonight

[BeerBandit]

Beltran's going to miss the next three games. I'm guessing they had to make the moves so that they wouldn't be short 4 guys on the bench.

[hammersavage]

It's FERNANDO MARTINEZ TIME!!!!!!!

[hammersavage]

bum

[cougarjake13]

I wont complain about the bullpen. One run given up...big deal. Last year they would have blown it completely. I want to know how Heilman is working out for the Cubs. Mojo help me out.

about as bad as he was for the mets


his last two outings werent pretty

[cougarjake13]

HEY! A roster move! Finally

FMart batting 6th tonight

we had no one else who could play short that we had to make a trade ??


no one in the minors ?? what about flores ??

[hammersavage]

Sheffield again

we had no one else who could play short that we had to make a trade ??


no one in the minors ?? what about flores ??

Flores is 17. Everyone in the minors is batting near .200. Problem is so is this kid they got. Don't get it really but it was just for cash.

[foodcourtdruide]

Sorry Disneyspy, another 3-run homerun by Sheff.

[hammersavage]

Complete game Livan. Keep scratching out wins, Santana going tomorrow.

[NickyL0885]

The team needs to settle this Daniel Murphy situation. Either play him or send him to AAA. Hes a young kid who needs to play if he is going to progress. He can't be riding the bench. He was Jerrys boy in spring training, but now can't even sniff the line up.

[King Hippos Bandaid]

Triple A Buffalo is 2-0 in the Majors

[cougarjake13]

Sheffield again



Flores is 17. Everyone in the minors is batting near .200. Problem is so is this kid they got. Don't get it really but it was just for cash.

didnt know he was that young

[cougarjake13]

murphy 3 for 4 5 rbi's
sheffield 1 for 2 with 2 rbi's


johan gets run support and the win




yeh its against the nats but you have to play who's on your schedule

[TheMojoPin]

Adam Dunn is glorious.

[hammersavage]

Back in first place. Murphy looked great. And the Sheffield move has already paid off x100. He's been great.

[MC Pee Pants]

Bless this minor league teams heart for trying and winning. Howie Rose ripped Fernando Martinez apart for not running out that pop fly that was dropped. It was fantastic.

[newport king]

I miss Moises Alou.

why? did you really enjoy his 15 games played last year?

Sheffield's been great but i still have a hard time rooting for a steroid guy.

I think Adam Dunn's shot landed in my yard. Fuck Nick Johnson. We need that guy.

I'm glad to see we're not using Feliciano every single game vs. righties AND lefties.

The triple a team we're sending out there nightly has been fun to watch. We need to keep beating these shit teams. They're the ones that always beat us. We can always get up for the redsox/yankees/philly type teams.

Johan is the truth. Ive never seen a pitcher look like shit and still have 10+ strikeouts.

[BeerBandit]

Word around town is the Mets picked up Emil Brown.

Upside: He was on the A's last year, so he must be a Moneyball guy.

Downside: Moneyball doesn't work.

[hammersavage]

Word around town is the Mets picked up Emil Brown.

Upside: He was on the A's last year, so he must be a Moneyball guy.

Downside: Moneyball doesn't work.

I hope he enjoys Buffalo.

[PD]

Word around town is the Mets picked up Emil Brown.

Upside: He was on the A's last year, so he must be a Moneyball guy.

Downside: Moneyball doesn't work.

the one thing I got out of moneyball-
Kevin Youkilis- The Greek god of walks (http://books.google.com/books?id=oIYNBodW-ZEC&pg=PA209&lpg=PA209&dq=kevin+youkilis+moneyball+god&source=bl&ots=pbH_ltutAK&sig=hdQBiWVhjd4sW4H9cnnbCsx-z9k&hl=en&ei=L0YgSpmlJcaFtgfbq9C2Bg&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1)

[NickyL0885]

Murphy is out of the line-up tonight after a awesome game last time out. Fuck you Jerry. and F-Mart sitting? Ok, he made a mistake last time but don't bring up the kid to have him ride the pine.

[hammersavage]

Well, if Beltran is healthy, he has to play. And I like the lineup with Pagan and Castillo at the top, so the kid has to sit. I would keep playing Murph at first. Give Tatis tomorrow.

Cora started rehab, get him back in a few days, send FMart back down. Start him at short and then we get a lot of depth back.

[NickyL0885]

Well, if Beltran is healthy, he has to play. And I like the lineup with Pagan and Castillo at the top, so the kid has to sit. I would keep playing Murph at first. Give Tatis tomorrow.

Cora started rehab, get him back in a few days, send FMart back down. Start him at short and then we get a lot of depth back.

I know Tatis needs playing time but how can Murph develope when he is sitting on the bench? Leave Murphy at first and use Tatis for the outfield.

[PD]

I know Tatis needs playing time but how can Murph develope when he is sitting on the bench? Leave Murphy at first and use Tatis for the outfield.

Is this a lefty thing?
without looking at the pitcher, both Murph and F-Mart are lefty hitters

[hammersavage]

Is this a lefty thing?
without looking at the pitcher, both Murph and F-Mart are lefty hitters

Sean West. Indeed a lefty. Then Jerry is prejudice against southpaws.

[hammersavage]

Huge out Parnell. Pelfrey was brilliant again. They have a really strong 1-4 right now.

[docgoblin]

Huge out Parnell. Pelfrey was brilliant again. They have a really strong 1-4 right now.

The thing we were worried most about going into the season (starting pitching) has held strong.... If only Wright could figure out how to hit at CitiField!

[docgoblin]

You've got to be kidding!!!!!

[cougarjake13]

The thing we were worried most about going into the season (starting pitching) has held strong.... If only Wright could figure out how to hit at CitiField!

fucking bases loaded


all he needed was a sac fly

[docgoblin]

The pitching has done their job all night!.. How about a friggin' clutch hit!!??!

[cougarjake13]

beautiful jump by sheff



now will someone fucking please hit a god damn sac fly ?

[cougarjake13]

thank you who ever for omir samtos

[cougarjake13]

and thanks also to disneyspys tigers for paying sheffs salary but letting us have him play for us

[docgoblin]

Sheff's been a godsend to this team... How can you get rid of Santos? Hopefully They can keep him in light of Schneider coming off the DL... Possible trade with the White Sox for Castro has been rumored... I'd hate to see him go, but I hope they get value back.

[cougarjake13]

Sheff's been a godsend to this team... How can you get rid of Santos? Hopefully They can keep him in light of Schneider coming off the DL... Possible trade with the White Sox for Castro has been rumored... I'd hate to see him go, but I hope they get value back.



santos has been more clutch than ive ever seen castro


castros a nice back up but santos isnt looking like a fluke

[hammersavage]

and thanks also to disneyspys tigers for paying sheffs salary but letting us have him play for us

disneyspy should say how bad all of our players are. Sheff has been great.



RAMON CASTRO TRADED FOR LANCE BROADWAY. I can see the headlines now.

[King Hippos Bandaid]

bye.bye. Fat Boy. Castro's bat speed is godawful

now queue an 0 for 30 streak for Santos

[hammersavage]

Listen to this lineup today:

Pagan LF
FMart RF
Beltran CF
Tatis 3rd
Murphy 1st
Martinez 2nd
Schneider C
Valdez SS
Redding P

That's gotta be the worst fielded today, at least name wise. 1 out of 8 regulars. Up against Josh Johnson too.

Strangely, I expect them to win.

[MC Pee Pants]

Listen to this lineup today:

Pagan LF
FMart RF
Beltran CF
Tatis 3rd
Murphy 1st
Martinez 2nd
Schneider C
Valdez SS
Redding P

That's gotta be the worst fielded today, at least name wise. 1 out of 8 regulars. Up against Josh Johnson too.

Strangely, I expect them to win.

Yesterday was clearly a wash & I think Jerry knew that. They even took Beltran out of the game.

[hammersavage]

Jeez Pagan can't stay healthy.

[hammersavage]

Alright, now Maine is hurt. When will it stop.

[hammersavage]

Big out Parnell. I have total faith in him. Putz needs to work on his stuff.

Maine just has the stomach virus that is plaguing a few players. He pitched amazing with it.

[NickyL0885]

Great job by Maine today. 5-3 with a 3.75 ERA. He is becoming a reliable guy for us. I really hope they lock him up at some point. Hes 28 and unlike Ollie Perez, you know what your getting from him. He can be a 14-17 win guy every year.

The team is winning games they have to win. Next up is 4 in Pitt and 3 in Wash. All winnable games. Don't let up. Keep the foot on the pedal.

Also, F-Mart is starting to look comfortable. He should keep playing. He earned it after today with that key RBI double.

[NickyL0885]

Maine vs the Marlins in 9 career starts.

5-1
2.21 ERA
61Ks

[PD]

Just got back from Citifield.

Pagan- jeez, another one injured?
Santos- just keeps getting big hits.
Maine- Seems to be over his funk from last year- looked strong until the flu/stomach bug got him.

JJ - something ain't right. up 3-0 you don't walk guys.

Frankie Rod- damn, I love that guy. It's been a LONG time since I really had confidence in a lock down guy- Wagner would do it for a while and then the wheels would come off.

Good to see Parnell is really becoming a big asset.

This could easily have been a game the Mets lost, but they won it- good sign

[King Hippos Bandaid]

Just got back from Citifield.

Pagan- jeez, another one injured?
Santos- just keeps getting big hits.
Maine- Seems to be over his funk from last year- looked strong until the flu/stomach bug got him.

JJ - something ain't right. up 3-0 you don't walk guys.

Frankie Rod- damn, I love that guy. It's been a LONG time since I really had confidence in a lock down guy- Wagner would do it for a while and then the wheels would come off.

Good to see Parnell is really becoming a big asset.

This could easily have been a game the Mets lost, but they won it- good sign


was there also, loved Frankie with the 1st pitch strike in 3 of the 4 batters, he is lights out when he controls the count

loved the fact that I had prominade seats and sat in them for a 1/2 an inning, love circling the stadium and watching the game in standing room areas around field level



Mamas of Corona has the best sammich ever, Spiced Ham, Salami Fresh Mozzarella with Roasted Peppers and marinated mushrooms

[hammersavage]

Mamas of Corona has the best sammich ever, Spiced Ham, Salami Fresh Mozzarella with Roasted Peppers and marinated mushrooms

Yessss. That's what I had my first time there and recommended. Very good.

I need to go back, maybe next week. I want to get drunk at the promenade club.

[K.C.]

You guys are a cute little 2nd place club.

Cheers!

[hammersavage]

You guys are a cute little 2nd place club.

Cheers!

Did you really just try to rub in a 1 game lead in the loss column in May?


I know that city is full of losers and losing teams for 30 years but I thought after winning one you might now how to act.

[K.C.]

Did you really just try to rub in a 1 game lead in the loss column in May?


Yes. :thumbup:


I know that city is full of losers and losing teams for 30 years but I thought after winning one you might now how to act.

http://www.ibtimes.com/data/articlethumbs/thumb_163670-phillies-champions.jpg




Come on...it's been a while since I've done some prodding. The Mets are actually playing very nice ball.

[PD]

Yes. :thumbup:

Come on...it's been a while since I've done some prodding. The Mets are actually playing very nice ball.

and ol' reliable finally got his 250th- although he needed teh Nats do do it against.

[hammersavage]

Yes. :thumbup:



http://www.ibtimes.com/data/articlethumbs/thumb_163670-phillies-champions.jpg




Come on...it's been a while since I've done some prodding. The Mets are actually playing very nice ball.

You may be the only one I can stand of your lot.

[K.C.]

I'd like to hear some feedback on this, because I was listening to Francessa on my iPhone at work today, and I was absolutely dying at how many Mets fans were bitching about how Jerry Manuel tried to 'throw the Saturday game' because he sat David Wright, Omir Santos and Luis Castillo on the same day.

Let me understand this...Wright who plays every single game, coming off an extra inning game the night before into a day game gets a breather against a really tough pitcher for him personally, and that's throwing the game?

Furthermore...Omir Santos????? Christ, I know he's done a decent job, but he's a mandatory everyday star that affects the competitive balance of the Mets lineup?

And Castillo...really? Two months ago, 90% of Mets fans would have taken a bag of balls for him.

Seriously, WTF?

[hammersavage]

I'd like to hear some feedback on this, because I was listening to Francessa on my iPhone at work today, and I was absolutely dying at how many Mets fans were bitching about how Jerry Manuel tried to 'throw the Saturday game' because he sat David Wright, Omir Santos and Luis Castillo on the same day.

Let me understand this...Wright who plays every single game, coming off an extra inning game the night before into a day game gets a breather against a really tough pitcher for him personally, and that's throwing the game?

Furthermore...Omir Santos????? Christ, I know he's done a decent job, but he's a mandatory everyday star that affects the competitive balance of the Mets lineup?

And Castillo...really? Two months ago, 90% of Mets fans would have taken a bag of balls for him.

Seriously, WTF?

I implore you not to judge Mets fans from what you hear on Francesa's show. He probably screens for only dummies. It wasn't our best lineup, that's for sure.


Schneider almost had to play, day game after a night game and first game off the DL. Omir has certainly become a fan favorite though, he leads the NL in rbi among catchers since he's been up. He's been great.

Wright looked terrible on the homestand. I was glad he got rest because Johnson would have struck him out at least 3 times.

Castillo should have played probably. They are so short without Reyes and Cora. A middle infield of Wilson Valdez and Ramon Martinez might be the worst I've ever seen. His OBP is near .400. I was critical of him but he's been good.

And no Sheffield, don't forget. Who was probably the best Met for the month of May.

Add it all up, and it seemed like he was not throwing it, but not going all out to win it. I can't say I blame him. Redding vs Johnson who has killed the Mets recently.

Bobby V. used to do a similar thing. Hurt yourself for one day rather than multiple days. And in baseball, any single game is winnable regardless.

He will have more flexibility over the coming weeks when players get healthy. Unless, of course, more get hurt.

[Earlshog]

I'd like to hear some feedback on this, because I was listening to Francessa on my iPhone at work today, and I was absolutely dying at how many Mets fans were bitching about how Jerry Manuel tried to 'throw the Saturday game' because he sat David Wright, Omir Santos and Luis Castillo on the same day.

Let me understand this...Wright who plays every single game, coming off an extra inning game the night before into a day game gets a breather against a really tough pitcher for him personally, and that's throwing the game?

Furthermore...Omir Santos????? Christ, I know he's done a decent job, but he's a mandatory everyday star that affects the competitive balance of the Mets lineup?

And Castillo...really? Two months ago, 90% of Mets fans would have taken a bag of balls for him.

Seriously, WTF?

I heard a caller on WFAN last week suggest the Mets trade Livan Hernandez and Daniel Murphy to SD for Peavy and Adrian Gonzalez.... Sure San Diego would be all over that one... haha

[hammersavage]

As expected, Angel Pagan has been put on the 15–day disabled list with a strained right groin.

Alex Cora will be activated from the DL tomorrow, to take Pagan’s spot on the 25–man roster.

I like the idea of Ben Sheets. If his rehab is going well, he may be able to pitch next month. For little money, if Ollie never gets healthy and Redding isn't any better. He could be an option down the road.

[PD]

I like the idea of Ben Sheets. If his rehab is going well, he may be able to pitch next month. For little money, if Ollie never gets healthy and Redding isn't any better. He could be an option down the road.

sheets is a wild card.
Good talent, bad injury.

and as you said, WFAN and the NY Post push nonsense- like worrying if mets "threw" saturday.

of course Im very happy I went Sunday, and not Saturday...

[hammersavage]

Well pinch my vag. Wilson Valdez just hit an RBI triple. Weird.

[PD]

Murphy looks pretty good at 1st.

[cougarjake13]

Murphy looks pretty good at 1st.

im enjoying it


delgados replacement possibly ?? or back to the outfield?/

[K.C.]

Putz = Heilman 2.0

[hammersavage]

Putz = Heilman 2.0

It's an issue

[MC Pee Pants]

Putz fucking up two days in a row? Anyone else think he's hurt and not telling anyone? I wouldnt compair him to Heilam though, he was the bane of my existence.

Will Ollie ever make it back to pitch? I havent heard dick about him since they sent him down then said he was injured.

They also need Reyes back bad.

[BeerBandit]

Putz fucking up two days in a row? Anyone else think he's hurt and not telling anyone? I wouldnt compair him to Heilam though, he was the bane of my existence.

Will Ollie ever make it back to pitch? I havent heard dick about him since they sent him down then said he was injured.

They also need Reyes back bad.
Dan Warthen said over the weekend that Ollie developed Tendinitis in his knee, and that'll set Ollie back. He had a pretty interesting interview on the FAN. He talked about not letting Ollie back up until he can consistently throw through his slot or else he'll always have knee problems.

Of course this could all be a smokescreen for his 5 walks in 4.1 inn. in his first rehab start. I hope I never see him again.

[King Hippos Bandaid]

Aaron Heilman has cursed the Mets agan, Putz and Green will never be the same

I blame Aaron Heilman for EVERYTHING!!!!!!!

[Pestz4Evah]

METS DEAL WITH SWINE FLU SCARE (http://www.nypost.com/seven/06022009/sports/mets/mets_deal_with_swine_flu_scare_172259.htm)

An unnamed member of the Mets' traveling party is in isolation at a Pittsburgh hospital with a possible case of swine flu, the team revealed today.

The person is part of the SNY broadcast crew -- a producer, according to sources -- that travels with the club.

Along those lines, Carlos Beltran is not at PNC Park and will miss his third straight game with a stomach illness, although at this point the Mets think he is suffering from a gastrointestinal virus and not swine flu.

Beltran missed two games last week with a brusied tibia, then after playing a full game left Saturday's contest at Citi Field with the stomach problem. He has not played since.

Pitcher John Maine left his latest start on Sunday after six innings due to stomach problems.

[MC Pee Pants]

It's time to start getting everyday players back. I heard Reyes might show up on Friday, Im sure Beltran will be fine and maybe Delgao will come back in August and go on a tear....maybe not. Either way the replacements need to God bless them, they've done a good job. Maybe it will light a fire under these other players asses and make them feel good about being in the position they are because of these guys.

[PD]

Im sure Beltran will be fine
Eventually,but it may be another few days before Beltran can be at full strength; he has got to be completely dehydrated now.

[King Hippos Bandaid]

I wish the Swine Flu on Sean Green. just the common flu on JJ Putz

[hammersavage]

Best rain out ever. Hopefully it continues tomorrow.

Cora is back but it looks like Reyes hit a snag. Glavine is also available now.

[cougarjake13]

Best rain out ever. Hopefully it continues tomorrow.

Cora is back but it looks like Reyes hit a snag. Glavine is also available now.




no fucking way i want that old piece of shit fuck back here

[PD]

it looks like Reyes hit a snag.
I hope that is all it is

:blink:

[MC Pee Pants]

Its all a clever ruse by Manuel to keep the important players well rested for the 2nd half of the season. Dont you worry.

[BeerBandit]

Beltran!!

[hammersavage]

Green looks much better (not that he could have been worse) the last few weeks. Hopefully, he can remain stable.

[PD]

damn, I forgot today was a day game...

edit.

I see the score, and now I'm glad.

[hammersavage]

damn, I forgot today was a day game...

Lucky

[KingGeno]

Breaking News: Jose Reyes has a tear in his right hamstring tendon (http://theropolitans.com/2009/06/jose-reyes-has-tear-in-his-right.html)


Hehe. That sucks. Dunno if this is old news, cuz I don't follow asshole Mutts news.

Love ya.

[K.C.]

Breaking News: Jose Reyes has a tear in his right hamstring tendon (http://theropolitans.com/2009/06/jose-reyes-has-tear-in-his-right.html)


Hehe. That sucks. Dunno if this is old news, cuz I don't follow asshole Mutts news.

Love ya.

And that's the end of our show, donk!

See ya in 2010.

[hammersavage]

Stay classy, Philly

[cougarjake13]

did the 91 pirates walk through that door ??



what the fuck ??

[KingGeno]

Stay classy, Philly

We will and always have, sweetiepie. Just sharing the news.

[BeerBandit]

Holy Fuck. This is bad.

I'm trying to stay positive.

In August, we'll get Delgado and Reyes back and storm on through to the playoffs.

Right?

[MC Pee Pants]

Reyes, who needs him. The Mets got this. :sad:

[hammersavage]

Putz out 8-10 weeks. Getting elbow surgery. There had to be something wrong with him so this makes sense.


Add him to the pile!

[PD]

I'm trying to stay positive.

In August, we'll get Delgado and Reyes back and storm on through to the playoffs.

Right?

and now Putz, and maybe Wagner.

can we have a 1st half pennant and 2nd half pennant?:glurps:

[cougarjake13]

so hows 2010 looking ??

[hammersavage]

Good for Sean Green. He has been amazing in recent weeks, retired 14 straight batters. And now without Putz, we need him to succeed. Give him a chance to keep getting better the next few weeks.

Redding was great tonight. I think he's much closer to that pitcher than the one who pitched last start. Maine tomorrow

[hammersavage]

From Cerrone, pretty overwhelming when you stack it up:

So far this season, the Mets have lost Jose Reyes, Carlos Delgado, J.J. Putz, Alex Cora, Oliver Perez, Ryan Church, Brian Schneider and others to serious injuries; Daniel Murphy has gone from left field to first base; Francisco Rodriguez was rushed to a hospital after collapsing from back pain; the Mets had to trade for Wilson Valdez, because they lacked a quality option to back-up shortstop; Carlos Beltran lost 10 pounds and missed four games with a stomach bug; Fernando Martinez has been promoted; Omir Santos is the team’s starting catcher; Mike Pelfrey balked three times in one game; Church missed third base; and, lastly, not only is Gary Sheffield in the starting lineup, he’s batting clean up.

Here’s the craziest part: there are still 110 games left to be played.

[MC Pee Pants]

All that and they are still in it. Thats why im staying positive about this season. That and what else do I have to live for right now? Hamburgers I guess.