Manuel’s Musing

“Lost sight of the ball, didn't pick up the coaches, and just, I guess his brain locked up on him, I don't know.”

-Jerry Manuel on Angel Pagan’s baserunning goof

David Wright’s new helmet [Photo]

That’s David Wright in the middle, if you couldn’t tell.

Game Chat: NYM @ COL [Game 132]

Mike Pelfrey (9-9, 4.80 ERA) vs. Jorge De La Rosa (12-9, 4.72 ERA)

Chat removed, as usual.

Lineup for Game 132

David Wright makes his triumphant return to the Mets lineup, complete with his brand spankin’ new helmet. Fernando Tatis is staying in the lineup as he’s swinging a hot bat. Nick Evans is getting a start, too. Here’s the lineup tonight…

1. Angel Pagan – CF
2. Luis Castillo – 2B
3. David Wright – 3B
4. Jeff Francoeur – RF
5. Fernando Tatis – 1B
6. Nick Evans – LF
7. Omir Santos – C
8. Anderson Hernandez – SS
9. Mike Pelfrey - RHP

Successful surgeries for Santana and Perez

The Mets sure are keeping Dr. David Altcheck busy.

From the Mets…

FLUSHING, N.Y., September 1, 2009 - The New York Mets today announced that lefthanded pitchers Johan Santana and Oliver Perez each underwent successful surgery this morning at the Hospital for Special Surgery in Manhattan.

Santana had successful arthroscopic removal of multiple bone fragments from his left elbow. Perez underwent successful removal of scar tissue from the patella tendon of his right knee.

Santana and Perez are both expected to make full recoveries and be ready for 2010 Spring Training.

Mets Medical Director Dr. David Altchek performed both procedures.

Manuel’s Musing

“The best way I can describe him is 'fresh.' He really looks fresh at this point.”

-Jerry Manuel on David Wright

Author defends ‘Wilpons selling Mets’ stance [Video]

Here is author Erin Arvedlund on FOX Business Channel defending her stance that the Wilpons will sell the New York Mets soon.

Thoughts, Mets fans?

h/t to Brian Costa over at NJ.com

Josh Thole, No. 30

Be the first to own a Josh Thole jersey.  No guarantee he sticks with that number for the rest of his major league career.

It’s scary being an early adopter, but someone has to set the trend.

Beltran to Brooklyn; Thole called up

Carlos Beltran has been cleared to begin a rehab assignment as he returns from a bone bruise in his knee.

Beltran was examined by Dr. David Altcheck and will report to the Brooklyn Cyclones.  He will play in a game on Wednesday night, reports Brad Como of SNY.

Also, Josh Thole, the 22-year-old catcher, has been called up to the Mets, reports Joel Sherman.

Thole hit .328 / .395 / .422 with one home run and 46 RBI with Double-A Binghamton this season.  Jerry Manuel has said that Thole likely will only face righties.

Thole will join the Mets tomorrow in Denver, sporting No. 30.

Santana and Perez to have surgery tomorrow

Guess they’re getting the 2-for-1 deal.

From the Mets…

The New York Mets today announced that lefthanded pitchers Johan Santana and Oliver Perez will each undergo surgery tomorrow at the Hospital for Special Surgery in Manhattan. Santana will have bone chips removed from his left elbow; Perez will have scar tissue removed from the patella tendon of his left knee. Both procedures will be performed by Mets Medical Director Dr. David Altchek and Mets Team Physician Dr. Struan Coleman.