Eddie Murray Named Dodgers Hitting Coach
Former Mets first base statue, er, I mean first baseman, Eddie Murray has been hired as hitting coach for the Dodgers. Congratulations.
Wigginton Signs With D-Rays
Former Mets third baseman Ty Wigginton has signed with the Tampa Bay Devils Rays.
Pelfrey Signs
The Mets signed their first round pick from last year, Mike Pelfrey, yesterday to a four year deal worth more than any unproven player really deserves to get in my book (but this is how the market works these days). He’s already headed to Port St. Lucie for this week’s minicamp.
Mets in the Winter Leagues
There’s a nice article by Marty Noble on the Mets website about how Mets players are doing in winter leagues.
Strawberry Visits Minicamp
Darryl Strawberry visited Mets minicamp yesterday. Most of his comments to the media dealt with how he is at peace with himself and his past and how he’s preaching to the younger players about staying on the straight and narrow. It’s nice to see Straw with a straightened attitude. I just hope he stays clean […]
Congratulations, Gary Carter
Gary Carter has been named manager of the St. Lucie Mets. Carter takes over for former 1986 Mets teammate Tim Teufel. Congratulations, Kid!
The Post Profiles Wright
Today’s New York Post has a nice article about Mets third baseman David Wright.
Slow Time for Mets
Not much happenning in Mets land these days. Lots of rumors (mostly centering on Manny RamÃrez and Danys Baez) but no real news.
Jeff Reardon & George Lucas: Seperated at Birth?
You be the judge.
Jeff Reardon Arrested
After 16 seasons in the major leagues, which started with a stint with the Mets, Jeff Reardon has hit bottom. Accoording to reports Reardon, who owns 367 career saves, was arrested and charged with armed robbery after he robbed a jewelry store in Palm Beach. It’s always sad when things like this happen to former […]
