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Maybe Carlos has his next career lined up for after this season already.
Jose Reyes and the Contract Year Asterisk
by Joe Budd on Jun 30, 2011 8:41 AM EDT
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Satellite radio is amazing. I have been living on the weekdays in Raleigh, NC and driving back to my wife in Charlottesville on the weekends, putting me in the car for a good eight hours a week in an area that is just slightly too far south for Howie Rose and the Mets to reach even when the sun sets. As part of my new-found love of satellite radio channel surfing, I have listened to more sports talk radio in the last four weeks than I have in my last four years. Apparently, while I had been ignoring all non-internet sports media, I had forgotten how ridiculous most of it was.
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Limp Dickey Applesauce - Mets lose R.A. to heel injury, leaves stadium in boot, Einhorn speaks, Posey reax
by Joe Budd on May 27, 2011 10:26 AM EDT
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With Pat Misch as the likely next starter on the depth chart, it would've been really nice to not have one of the team's top pitchers slip on a banana peel or something and leave yesterday's game in the third inning. I just can't wait for this team to match up with the Phillies this weekend.
Einhorn Better Than Trump Applesauce - Mets, rain beat Cubs, new minority owner chosen, Reyes to Canada?
by Joe Budd on May 26, 2011 10:40 AM EDT
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Would you look at that? It rained again. But, at least this time they were able to play some baseball and the Mets snagged a victory at the expense of the Cubs. But the bigger news for today is likely the announcement of a new minority owner for the Mets, David Einhorn, a Manhattan hedge fund manager. Still not sure what this means for the team, other than staving off the Wilpons' seemingly imminent bankruptcy, but I'm guessing someone will make it clear to me in the next few days.
Thud Applesauce - Mets prove Fred right for one day, Alderson is a pro, Dykstra to the rescue
by Joe Budd on May 25, 2011 8:09 AM EDT
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That thud you heard from all the way in Chicago was the Mets dropping a turd in the first game after owner Fred Wilpon's unhinged remarks to Jeffrey Toobin were published. But, don't worry, there is still a lot more Wilpon to come in the next few days.
Poor Fred Applesauce - Well, not quite, but Met owner still claiming $70 million loss, more reactions to Toobin story
by Joe Budd on May 24, 2011 8:06 AM EDT
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Day two of the Fred Wilpon/Jeffrey Toobin sh**ty storm and it promises to get even better today as Wilpon has an upcoming appearance in this week's Sports Illustrated where he tells the magazine that he's "bleeding cash" to the tune of $70 million this year (which makes the imminent sale of 49% of the team even more important).
Why Oh Why Wilpon Applesauce - Freddy opens his mouth, Mets get insulted, Familia gets praise
by Joe Budd on May 23, 2011 8:48 AM EDT
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I haven't read the article yet, but Jeffrey Toobin has a headline-grabbing feature story in the New Yorker on Met owner Fred Wilpon. From what I gather, Freddy seems to be listening to a little too much WFAN, and not reading enough Amazin' Avenue. As Metstradamus says, it's one thing to be honest, it's a whole other thing to be this dumb. So, I'm sure we're going to have a lot to look forward to in this article's aftermath.
Almost .500 Applesauce - Mets shut out Nats in two straight, F! to DH, worst regular season losses
by Joe Budd on May 20, 2011 7:48 AM EDT
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All I have to say, I guess, is "Thanks, Phil Cuzzi". It's strange how things come around. The first thing that came to my mind after watching that play was the Jose Reyes triple double in DC where the umpire blew the call. Things balance out. Cuzzi made a bad call, Murphy made a nice play, and the Mets are now one game below .500. It definitely sucks when you're the victim of these types of mistakes, but the proper response is probably not having your GM hurl epithets at the umpires in the clubhouse. Oh well, it gets better Nats fans, you've got Oliver Perez to someday look forward to!
Ark-Building Applesauce - Mets slog out win, Collins embraces 8th Inning Izzy, Cohoon shelled
by Joe Budd on May 19, 2011 9:09 AM EDT
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That was just plain ugly, but not nearly as ugly as it could have been, considering that the Mets won the game. Seriously though, look at Daniel Murphy here, he looks like he's about to throw down in a mud wrestling royal rumble. But, it makes sense that they tried to get last night's game in, given what the forecast looks like.
Another Rainout Applesauce - Mets get some rest, minor leagues get pounded, Ollie to Double-A, Killebrew eulogies
by Joe Budd on May 18, 2011 8:27 AM EDT
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The big league people didn't play last night and the wannabe big leaguers sure wished that they had been given the night off too. To be fair to Buffalo, at least, half of that team is now in Queens, so they at least have an excuse. Anyway, there are still some interesting players in the organization. Josh Satin is a little too old to be considered a top prospect, but the 26 year old has done nothing but hit and get on base during his minor league career. Oh, and then this guy, Nick Everts, got a prank call at 1 am to go to Flushing or something.
Luck Be a Marlin Applesauce - Mets shoot themselves in both feet, Hu and Iggy down, Tejada and Beato up
by Joe Budd on May 17, 2011 8:00 AM EDT
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It's been a while since I've seen the Mets get as unlucky as they did yesterday, but it certainly wasn't just luck that was responsible for that loss. Jason Pridie, Ryota Igarashi, and Terry Collins can all share some of the blame, if I had to pick just a few. But, let's not jump to too many conclusions here. Kevin Kernan does in what is easily the early favorite for worst column of the week, saying that the Mets need to deal Reyes before the "Curse" takes him away too. I know that it's fun to read some supernatural meaning into days like this, and I'm sure it sells a lot of papers, just like that Bobby Bonilla story, but seriously? The Mets are just three games below .500 while all this snake biting is supposedly occurring. I know it's fun to whine about the Mets and to joke about how badly the team is handled, but let's save it for a team that actually sucks.
No Ike, but Justin Turner Applesauce - Beltran is my hero, Mets get Bubba
by Joe Budd on May 16, 2011 10:19 AM EDT
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Three pitch walks, the third different everyday second baseman knocking in five runs, and a 4-2 road trip to boot. A pretty nice way to end the weekend. I am still pretty worried, though, about RA Dickey continuing to struggle, even though he insists that he can get better all on his own. We shall see.
F! on Standby Applesauce - Mets bring Ike for MRI, roster spot opening tabbed for Martinez, Cora does something for somebody
by Joe Budd on May 12, 2011 9:14 AM EDT
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I expect that we'll find out more about Ike Davis's injury later today as the Met first baseman was flown back to New York yesterday for an MRI. The Mets are not taking many chances though and have Fernando Martinez sitting in Denver, waiting to be activated if Davis is DL'd. It's certainly not the best news you'd like to hear, but it sounds like the team is on top of the situation for the time being.
Come Back Ike Applesauce - Don't leave us, Mets squeak by Rox, Francoeur sagely bashes Citi
by Joe Budd on May 11, 2011 9:44 AM EDT
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Every good thing has its costs; last night's rain-delayed squeaker against the Rockies cost more than most wins, the Mets' starting first baseman. Davis's is not the only injury affecting the Mets right now. As Chris Young and Jenrry Mejia have gone down, the Mets are left with scarily little in terms of starting pitching depth. Fortunately, Met management appears to have good conservative instincts on this and probably won't be calling up Jeurys Familia or Matt Harvey this year.
No Win for Mom Applesauce - Mets drop Mothers' Day matinee, Young to DL, Misch to MLB
by Joe Budd on May 9, 2011 9:02 AM EDT
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Taking two out of three over the weekend isn't too bad, even if you disappoint all the mothers in the ballpark yesterday. I mean, you had Jerry Stiller AND the Soup Nazi in the ballpark this weekend. There's no way that was going to be bad. Still, there are things we probably should worry about. Like Chris Young's re-aggravation of a major injury (although Pat Misch looks to be a solid replacement in that rotation spot). Or what about David Wright's really mediocre start to the season?
Not Swept Applesauce - Mets salvage series, Collins doesn't like paternity leave, need better bench
by Joe Budd on May 6, 2011 8:56 AM EDT
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It's always nice to come home and know that the Mets have already won a game. My evening will now be free from its most common source of potential rage and disappointment.
That Happened Applesauce - Dickey can't shut down pathetic Giant lineup, Mets now face Lincecum
by Joe Budd on May 4, 2011 8:16 AM EDT
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It's really strange that I had the same thoughts in my head as the broadcasting crew before Emmanuel Burriss's first hit; with this lineup and with RA Dickey throwing like he has, there could be a no-hitter tonight. That was wrong and I got angry. At least some of the nation's brave soldiers got to see a baseball game and Jose Reyes put on his best eveningwear while flirting with his most attractive suitor.
Bye Bye Jenrry Applesauce - Mets lose Mejia to major elbow problems, Orcist the Goblin Cleaver needs to be fed
by Joe Budd on May 3, 2011 8:25 AM EDT
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Whatever optimism Sandy Alderson may have been hiding about his minor league system probably evaporated after hearing that his top pitching prospect, Jenrry Mejia, will have to undergo major surgery on his elbow after a torn MCL. Give Joe Janish some credit here, he's been harping on Mejia's mechanics for a long time. His solution, though, sounds a little bit too much like Rick Peterson's 15 minutes with Victor Zambrano for me to really believe that it's that easy to correct mechanics.
Good Job, America Applesauce - Mets, U.S., win, eat a lot of cheesesteaks, Santana set to pitch off mound
by Joe Budd on May 2, 2011 8:56 AM EDT
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Just a weird, weird, weird game on so many levels. Neither team really seemed all that interested in winning the game, but thanks anyway Ronny. Pedro Beato had a very strong game and reminisced about being in New York 10 years ago. Even in the most serious moments, there's also room for comedy.
Greatest Start Ever Applesauce - Mets lose to living legend, Livan is cagey and fat, Pelfrey to start
by Joe Budd on Apr 29, 2011 8:48 AM EDT
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The Mets were going to lose again at some point this year. It just sucks that it had to happen against Livan Hernandez last night. I don't want to make a point of complaining about Bob Carpenter every Mets/Nats game, but he and FP Santangelo last night acted like Hernandez's start was one of the all-time greats. It was a good start, absolutely, but, the way they were carrying on was just borderline ridiculous. Three runs, eight innings. Although it is all the more impressive when you realize that Hernandez is 60 years old and weighs over 400 pounds. By the way, Carpenter is the same guy who called Stephen Strasburg's 12 starts, so the guy should know exciting pitching.
Karma Applesauce - Reyes inspires Mets by making an out, Pelfrey is really sick, Mets owe Saberhagen
by Joe Budd on Apr 28, 2011 8:14 AM EDT
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Jose Reyes is awesome, has always been awesome, and will continue to be awesome and his legend growing with every day of what very well may be his final few months in a Met uniform. I hope that everyone remembers this game when the accusations are thrown around that he's not serious or is not tough (David Wright is apparently guilty of joking about the latter).
Good Job Josh Applesauce - Mets top Nats, mostly all show up to Walter Reed, Paulino back Friday
by Joe Budd on Apr 27, 2011 8:03 AM EDT
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When I lived in DC, I was usually happy when the Mets came to play the Nationals because I could go to the park and actually see my favorite team. Now that I'm 2+ hours away though, I lose that one benefit and am forced by MLB.tv blackout to watch Bob Carpenter and MASN in order to see my team win their fifth straight. It does help that I can go back and watch the SNY highlights today, so it's not all bad.
Future is Coming Applesauce - Mets have 13th overall pick, Captain Kirk takes off, Wright's long-term options
by Joe Budd on Apr 26, 2011 9:12 AM EDT
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No baseball last night theoretically means extra time for me to study. Weird how it never works out that way. Oh well. Instead, I can start thinking about who Sandy Alderson and Paul DePodesta are going to snag with the 13th overall pick in the MLB draft.
Pridie of the Mets Applesauce - Homers propel Mets to sweep, 4 game streak, K-Rod as trade bait
by Joe Budd on Apr 25, 2011 9:11 AM EDT
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Congratulations to Jason Pridie upon hitting his first MLB home run and the Mets first three-run homer of the season. His dad has now received a couple new souvenirs in the last few days. The Prescott, Arizona native is hoping to stick around for awhile.
Little League HR Applesauce - Mets take what they can get, Alderson pessimistic about in-house reinforcements
by Joe Budd on Apr 22, 2011 8:00 AM EDT
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The Mets appeared to take out some built up frustration last night on the Houston Astros and the game's umpires. It was really nice to see the team firing on nearly all cylinders for once, but we'll see if they can continue that. Possibly the most interesting news from yesterday was Sandy Alderson's assessment of his upper minor league talent. The Met GM said that there was little hope of any reinforcements from the minor league system at this time. Kevin Kernan sees this as a sign of a firesale to come (with the Mets wisely building trade value in their assets now).
Sigh Applesauce - Mets not good, continue to be bad, I still pay attention for some reason
by Joe Budd on Apr 21, 2011 8:18 AM EDT
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At this point, the losing doesn't hurt that bad. When you know that the team is going to lose, there is still a little bit of entertainment, excitement, and humor when you see how they manage to screw it up. Basically, I have moved past the "Dallas Green face" and am now squarely on to the bemused Casey Stengel.
1962? Applesauce - Is it possible that this Met team can challenge Stengel?, firesale speculation heats up
by Joe Budd on Apr 20, 2011 8:00 AM EDT
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Another day, another stinker. The good news is that if you were one of the few who bought tickets to last night's embarrassment, you can go see another likely embarrassment for free!
Luddites Not Named Morgan Or Chass
by Joe Budd on Apr 19, 2011 4:00 PM EDT
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Amazin' Avenue community members are familiar with the views of the countless baseball Luddites who worship David Eckstein's grit, Derek Jeter's range at shortstop, and CC Sabathia's win total. I recently was describing the sabermetric/traditionalist controversy to my friend Steven, an economist who embraces rationality and is familiar with baseball, but hasn't really kept up with the sport since Chris Sabo played for the Reds, and he pointed out that this sounds a whole lot like a debate going on in a world that he's more familiar with: cooking.
In recent years, the culinary world has undergone a revolution of sorts with science-type folks entering the field and attempting to apply their methods to cooking. Mainly, the modernists attempt to quantify EVERYTHING and frequently have their recipes down to the microgram, the end results of multiple experiments and research.
This movement, fancily named molecular gastronomy, has stirred up quite a heated debate between the modernists and traditionalists. The throwdown even has a flash point, the recent release of Modernist Cuisine, a $600, five-volume tome that describes the methods and recipes in amazing detail.
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Power Pitching Prospects Applesauce - Not a lot going right for 2011 Mets, but Harvey & Familia are exciting
by Joe Budd on Apr 19, 2011 8:20 AM EDT
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The Mets have been bad. Tickets are getting resold for pennies on the dollar. And the talk about a Jose Reyes trade is getting ever louder. Sigh. What all is to be done?
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