I don’t know why, but these interest me. Here are the Mets uniforms for the upcoming season from the Mets Wikipedia page…
Now if they’d only bring back the Mercury Mets uniforms. Heck, I think they’d be a hot item. I’d buy one.
The back-and-forth on Kelvim Escobar’s shoulder soldiers on.
First, he was fine. Then, he couldn’t grip a baseball. After that, he could throw just fine with Johan Santana. Now, he’s taking it slow and might start the season on the DL. At least, according to Jerry Manuel.
Also, since he’s in camp but still not able to throw, he’s well behind in the race for the set-up man. The likely leading candidate is Ryota Igarashi.
“I told him not to worry about trying to go all over the place and impress people. With that type of stuff, the way that ball cuts at the end, that one pitch has been pretty good for the guy across town.”
Joe Beimel, one of the left-handed relievers left on the market, is considering an offer from the New York Mets, according to the Denver Post.
“We've been talking to them for a good part of the offseason. I am still just being patient, waiting for the right deal,” Beimel told the Denver Post.
…which surprised me. It’s not as if Beimel is waiting for a multi-million dollar deal or anything. Just a lefty reliever going somewhere on a one-year deal, or so. Surprised it’s taken so long for him to find a fit.
Also, in case you were really worried, Arturo Lopez cleared waivers and returned to camp as a non-roster invitee.
Whew!
I’m not lucky enough to be in “chilly” Port St. Lucie. Instead, I’m stuck in snowy Connecticut. YouTube user AlyB248 was there, and posted some quick videos from spring training. See below…
Because we all might need a drink next season.
WHERE: McFadden's at Citi Field will be open year-round and will be located on 126th street, in the northeast corner of the ballpark directly under the 2K Sports FanFest.
HOURS: 11 a.m. – 4 a.m.
CUISINE: American
MEALS SERVED: Lunch, Dinner, Sunday Brunch
AVERAGE PRICE: Lunch $7 / Dinner $10
PAYMENT ACCEPTED: Cash, American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa
HANDICAP ACCESS: Yes
ATTIRE: Casual but Neat
SMOKING: No
ATM: No
AMBIANCE: Cozy Irish Pub Atmosphere with vibrant nightlife
MUSIC TYPES: All
Though I highly doubt the Citi Field version will ever resemble anything looking like this.
According to their Web site, “McFadden's is eagerly awaiting opening day 2010 to impress patrons with an extensive and delicious menu of game-day favorites, ice cold beer, a fun and friendly staff, and an unpretentious party atmosphere. The 13,000 square-foot destination boasts over 80 HD plasma TVs, batting cages, outdoor patios, in-house TV and radio production, a 200 foot island bar and huge dining room.”
And a sampling of their food: “In addition to boasting a full bar, McFadden's Citi Field will offer extensive Irish American cuisine mixed with traditional game day favorites. Signature dishes include Almost Famous Boneless Buffalo Wings, Fish and Chips, and of course McFadden's Five Minute Cheese Steak Nachos, this savory crowd pleaser comes out in five minutes or it's free!”
Will you go to McFadden’s?
“What Jason Bay gives us is a guy who is an average runner that has power. Even though we have a big left field, I think he can handle that.”
-Jerry Manuel on Jason Bay
As I wrote on Sunday, Rod Barajas needed to be on the 40-man roster when he got into camp. The Mets, though, already had 40 players on that roster.
Today, with tweets from Steve Popper and Brian Costa, we learn that reliever Arturo Lopez has been designated for assignment to give a spot to Barajas.
Lopez, who was never called up to the Mets, was picked off waivers in the middle of last season.
Livan Hernandez has signed a minor-league contract with the Washington Nationals and could compete for a spot in the rotation.
Hernandez could earn up to $1.25 million if he makes the team and notches all his performance bonus benchmarks.
Hmm…I wonder what El Duque is up to.