In one of the final games of the spring, the New York Mets head to Orlando to take on the Atlanta Braves for a 1:05 p.m. game. It is available nationwide on ESPN.
Lineup:
CF Endy Chavez
2B Damion Easley
LF Angel Pagan
1B Marlon Anderson
3B Fernando Tatis
DH Ryan Church
C Raul Casanova
RF Brady Clark
SS Anderson Machado
LH Oliver Perez
The Mets are already leading in the top of the first by a score of 3-0. Good stuff. I'm still pulling for Clark over Tatis.
3/27/08
Gotay now ON waivers
Yes, it is official.
Ruben Gotay is now on waivers.
According to David Lennon, Gotay was ready to go to the game against Atlanta in Orlando today, but was told he was on waivers which does not allow a player to participate in any team practices or games.
Gotay was most likely placed on waivers yesterday after appearing in the minor league game against Pedro Martinez. That means that he must wait until tomorrow to see if he is claimed by another team.
From Lennon:
Tatis has played alright, but he cannot play the outfield like the Mets hope. I commented on Mets Lounge that "Tatis is like a fat, lazy, uncoordinated Lastings Milledge. He takes the worst beads to ball in the OF. It's scary. "
Gotay has a better bat, and though his defense might not be up to par, the rest of the team which would play around him is stellar, and the team could take a slight hit at one position to spell a guy like Luis Castillo, David Wright or Jose Reyes for a day or even a few days.
I know one of the sites most prolific commenter (Doug) will not be pleased. Hopefully Gotay can make it back to the team and start to polish up his glove so he can show the Mets what he can really do.
Ruben Gotay is now on waivers.
According to David Lennon, Gotay was ready to go to the game against Atlanta in Orlando today, but was told he was on waivers which does not allow a player to participate in any team practices or games.
Gotay was most likely placed on waivers yesterday after appearing in the minor league game against Pedro Martinez. That means that he must wait until tomorrow to see if he is claimed by another team.
From Lennon:
Gotay was supposed to be on today's trip to Orlando, but with his duffel bag in front of him, he sat on his stool with tears in his eyes as he talked on his cell phone.That's rough. I really like Gotay, and I can't believe the Mets would rather have a guy like Fernando Tatis instead of taking Gotay and his much higher ceiling."I thought I did a good job last year," Gotay said. "I didn't think I deserved this."
Tatis has played alright, but he cannot play the outfield like the Mets hope. I commented on Mets Lounge that "Tatis is like a fat, lazy, uncoordinated Lastings Milledge. He takes the worst beads to ball in the OF. It's scary. "
Gotay has a better bat, and though his defense might not be up to par, the rest of the team which would play around him is stellar, and the team could take a slight hit at one position to spell a guy like Luis Castillo, David Wright or Jose Reyes for a day or even a few days.
I know one of the sites most prolific commenter (Doug) will not be pleased. Hopefully Gotay can make it back to the team and start to polish up his glove so he can show the Mets what he can really do.
TBS picks up Darling
Last season, Ron Darling appeared on TBS during the playoffs as a commentator and analyst. This year, TBS will feature Darling on it's new Sunday broadcasts.USA Today is reporting that Darling, along with Buck Martinez, will appear on TBS' new Sunday format, which will contain a 26-week package of afternoon games. In the new package they are allowed to show one single team as much as 13 times over the course of the season.
If the Mets are ever featured on TBS, those of us in the tri-state area won't be able to watch it, as it will be blacked out, but this is probably good news for any fans outside of the Mets general vicinity.
Darling is an amazing broadcaster, so it comes as no surprise for him to get picked up nationally like this. He's very insightful and knowledgeable, and knows how to keep it upbeat and interesting through the entire game.
3/26/08
Photo of the Day: Castillo
Luis Castillo made a diving grab and threw out Luis Gonzalez from the seat of his pants in today's game against the Marlins.His knees are looking better, just like Carlos Beltran, and with both of them healthy, I think the Mets can expect big things from them this season.
(AP Photo/Orlin Wagner)
Game Recap: Marlins 7 -- Mets 5
The Mets got another strong start from a substitute young pitcher, but late inning relief gave up quite a few runs, as the Mets dropped today's final spring home game by a score of 7-5.
Bobby Parnell pitched 5 innings of scoreless baseball while taking the place of Pedro Martinez. Parnell gave up 3 hits, walked 1, and struck out 5 while on the mound.
Good stuff from him. The last two starts, with Jon Niese and Parnell, is a nice glimpse to the future for the Mets staff.
Joe Smith and Nelson Figueroa, both competing for spots on the 25-man roster, suffered major setbacks, each allowing 3 runs in their respective innings. Figueroa gave up a 3-run home run to Jorge Cantu and Smith gave up a 2-run blast to Mike Jacobs.
Ouch. Just when we all thought they could be locks for the team with their good performances, they come out and give up 6 runs between them.
Duaner Sanchez pitched for the first time in days, allowing one run on 2 hits. Aaron Heilman finished out the game, pitching a hitless inning and giving up 1 walk.
I'm not expecting Sanchez to break with the team from camp, not with performances like this. He just needs to take his time and get healthy.
Jose Reyes went 1-3 on the day, walking once. Reyes knocked a double, driving in one run. Luis Castillo walked 3 times in the game. David Wright drove in 2 runs, with an RBI double in the third inning.
Does Wright belong in the 3-hole or is he better suited batting 4th or 5th?
Carlos Delgado picked up 2 RBI, going 2-5 on the day. Delgado also struck out twice.
He's been working the opposite field a lot, and it's going to pay dividends during the season.
Game Ball: Parnell. See you in Citi Field in a few years.
Bobby Parnell pitched 5 innings of scoreless baseball while taking the place of Pedro Martinez. Parnell gave up 3 hits, walked 1, and struck out 5 while on the mound.
Good stuff from him. The last two starts, with Jon Niese and Parnell, is a nice glimpse to the future for the Mets staff.
Joe Smith and Nelson Figueroa, both competing for spots on the 25-man roster, suffered major setbacks, each allowing 3 runs in their respective innings. Figueroa gave up a 3-run home run to Jorge Cantu and Smith gave up a 2-run blast to Mike Jacobs.
Ouch. Just when we all thought they could be locks for the team with their good performances, they come out and give up 6 runs between them.
Duaner Sanchez pitched for the first time in days, allowing one run on 2 hits. Aaron Heilman finished out the game, pitching a hitless inning and giving up 1 walk.
I'm not expecting Sanchez to break with the team from camp, not with performances like this. He just needs to take his time and get healthy.
Jose Reyes went 1-3 on the day, walking once. Reyes knocked a double, driving in one run. Luis Castillo walked 3 times in the game. David Wright drove in 2 runs, with an RBI double in the third inning.
Does Wright belong in the 3-hole or is he better suited batting 4th or 5th?
Carlos Delgado picked up 2 RBI, going 2-5 on the day. Delgado also struck out twice.
He's been working the opposite field a lot, and it's going to pay dividends during the season.
Game Ball: Parnell. See you in Citi Field in a few years.
Gotay still not on waivers
If a player is placed on waivers, like Steven Register, that player is not allowed to participate in any team practices or games.
Ruben Gotay hit against Pedro Martinez in today's minor league game, which would mean as of then, he had still not been placed on waivers.
Since the game, Gotay could have been placed on waivers, as reported on SNY, but no one is sure.
Gotay is in limbo.
Ruben Gotay hit against Pedro Martinez in today's minor league game, which would mean as of then, he had still not been placed on waivers.
Since the game, Gotay could have been placed on waivers, as reported on SNY, but no one is sure.
Gotay is in limbo.
Omar in the booth
From what I can hear of Omar Minaya in the SNY booth, I believe he just said that Mike Pelfrey will start the season in the minors.
I don't think they will take El Duque if he is under 100 percent, so Nelson Figueroa, who Minaya said has had a great spring so far, and they're looking at him, is the top guy for the 5th spot as of now.
I think.
I don't think they will take El Duque if he is under 100 percent, so Nelson Figueroa, who Minaya said has had a great spring so far, and they're looking at him, is the top guy for the 5th spot as of now.
I think.
Lineup vs. the Marlins
The Mets will welcome the Florida Marlins to Tradition Field for the final home game of spring training, a 1:10 p.m. start.
Lineup:
SS Jose Reyes
2B Luis Castillo
3B David Wright
CF Carlos Beltran
1B Carlos Delgado
DH Marlon Anderson
LF Angel Pagan
C Gustavo Molina
RF Endy Chavez
RH Robert Parnell
The Mets are playing it smart, as Ramon Castro is probably heading to the DL, so they're keeping his backup, Raul Casanova out of the game and hopefully healthy.
Pedro Martinez pitched in a minor league game, instead of making his start for the Mets, with Brian Schneider catching him earlier today.
Lineup:
SS Jose Reyes
2B Luis Castillo
3B David Wright
CF Carlos Beltran
1B Carlos Delgado
DH Marlon Anderson
LF Angel Pagan
C Gustavo Molina
RF Endy Chavez
RH Robert Parnell
The Mets are playing it smart, as Ramon Castro is probably heading to the DL, so they're keeping his backup, Raul Casanova out of the game and hopefully healthy.
Pedro Martinez pitched in a minor league game, instead of making his start for the Mets, with Brian Schneider catching him earlier today.
Ayy! Numero cinco!
The 5th starter spot is still confusing as ever.
The Mets probably can't turn to Orlando Hernandez or Mike Pelfrey, because they're either injured and throwing like a little leaguer or not injured and throwing, well, just poorly.
Jorge Sosa and Nelson Figueroa are the teams best options right now. Joe, my new blogging buddy over at Mets Today, does an excellent breakdown of the rest of the options for the 5th starter role.
Here is the Sosa and Figueroa blurbs:
Recently released Claudio Vargas should get a look-see from the Mets, as they now realize they might not have enough arms to go a full season.
I wouldn't mind taking him on board, as you can never have enough arms. The team sure has learned that so far.
The Mets probably can't turn to Orlando Hernandez or Mike Pelfrey, because they're either injured and throwing like a little leaguer or not injured and throwing, well, just poorly.
Jorge Sosa and Nelson Figueroa are the teams best options right now. Joe, my new blogging buddy over at Mets Today, does an excellent breakdown of the rest of the options for the 5th starter role.
Here is the Sosa and Figueroa blurbs:
Jorge SosaI'd like to see "Figgy" get his chance, while Duque and Pelfrey spend time in minor league camp fine tuning and getting healthy.
The slider machine likely is the de facto Mets #5 starter. Who knows, maybe he can recapture the magic that made him virtually unhittable in the first half of 2007.
Nelson Figueroa
Being the type who roots for the underdog, I’m hoping “Figgy” has a lights-out performance in the “Civil Rights Game” and earns a spot in the rotation.
Recently released Claudio Vargas should get a look-see from the Mets, as they now realize they might not have enough arms to go a full season.
I wouldn't mind taking him on board, as you can never have enough arms. The team sure has learned that so far.
3/25/08
Castro likely for the DL
According to Adam Rubin, Ramon Castro is likely to start the season on the DL after suffering a setback while running today.
Replacing Castro on the roster will most likely be Raul Casanova. 'Nova hit a solo shot off of Braves starter Tim Hudson today.
I think he'll be a capable backup, a big plus over Mike DiFelice or Sandy Alomar, that's for sure.
Replacing Castro on the roster will most likely be Raul Casanova. 'Nova hit a solo shot off of Braves starter Tim Hudson today.
I think he'll be a capable backup, a big plus over Mike DiFelice or Sandy Alomar, that's for sure.
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