Monthly Archives: February 2009
The Mets (2-2) lost to the Tigers (2-2) by the score of 7-to-2 this afternoon.
For a complete boxscore, check out SNY.tv.
In case you missed it, here are a few notes:
- Jon Niese took the loss allowing two runs on two hits and two walks, while striking out two in his first spring training start.
- Daniel Murphy played all eight innings in left field and was 1-for-5 at the plate.
- Bobby Parnell pitched two scoreless innings, allowing only three walks.
- Brian Stokes gave up a run on two hits during his two innings of work.
The Game:
The Mets (2-1) take on the Tigers (1-2) today at Joker Marchant Stadium in Lakeland, Florida, starting at 1:05 p.m.
The Lineup:
- CF Angel Pagan
- 2B A. Green
- LF Daniel Murphy
- DH Bobby Kielty
- 1B Nick Evans
- RF Jeremy Reed
- C Robinson Cancel
- 3B Ramon Martinez
- SS Alex Cora
The Pitchers:
Jon Niese is expected to start for the Mets. Schedule to follow Niese in today’s game will be Bobby Parnell, Brian Stokes, Matt DeSalvo, Heriberto Reules, Valerio de los Santos, Jon Switzer and J.J. Putz.
Jon Kibler, Bobby Seay and Brandon Lyon are expected to pitch for the Tigers.
Update, 1:39 pm:
The Associated Press writes, “Johan Santana says that his opening day start could be in jeopardy as he continues to battle tightness in his elbow.”
According to the report, “Santana said he would need another two or three batting practice sessions with two days off in between before making his first Grapefruit League start.”
Original Post:
Johan Santana told reporters today that he has slight tendonitis above his left elbow, which will likely cause him to miss his first scheduled Grapefruit League start.
Santana met with team doctors and management earlier this morning.
So far, the team has given no indication that Santana will return to New York for an MRI, though it would not shock me if he were wisked away while the team and reporters were out of town covering a road game.
To learn more about Santana’s plan of attack, and road to recovery, check out David Lennon’s blog for Newsday and Adam Rubin’s blog for the Daily News.
Like I said yesterday, until he takes the mound in a game, and pitches pain free, I’m going to be worried, no matter how much the team tries to downplay this.
The Mets announced today that $5 tickets for the March 29th game between St. John’s and Georgetown at Citi Field will go on sale March 2nd at 10 a.m.
This “inaugural” game starts at 1:10 p.m., with gates opening at 10:40.
Tickets can be bought on Mets.com or by calling (718)507-TIXX.
Tagged Regis Courtemanche |The Mets have begun notifying those who registered for an opportunity to purchase Opening Day tickets as to whether or not they are eligible.
Those who weren’t selected, such as myself, received the following email:
Dear Mets Fan:
Thank you for participating in the online random drawing for the opportunity to purchase tickets to Opening Day at Citi Field. We are sorry to inform you that your entry was not selected in this drawing.
…so much for luck o’ the irish…
Added to by Matthew Cerrone:
…i was iced out too, regis… i only registered one e-mail, though…
Here is an interview I did with Ron Darling, earlier today, during which we talk about Mike Pelfrey, and what he needs to do this season to be successful; and how a good-on-paper team can translate in to wins; after which he brings me back to reality while discussing the team’s weaknesses:
To watch other videos from my time in St. Lucie, as well as other player interviews with SNY, click here.
The Mets have signed former LHP reliever Ron Villone to a minor-league contract.
The 39–year-old Villone was 1–2 with a 4.68 ERA in 74 appearances against the Cardinals last season, during which left-handed batters hit .176.
Following today’s game, Jerry Manuel said Johan Santana will miss his next start, scheduled Tuesday.
Santana skipped today’s start against Italy,
Manuel said he is not ‘concerned,’ and he would prefer to be ‘extra cautious,’ since it is ‘so early,’ and Santana is the ace of the staff.
According to Newsday, Manuel said Santana is not scheduled to travel to New York for an MRI or other testing.
…still, i’m worried… i am… and, though i know i shouldn’t be, until he takes the mound, i still continue to be worried…
The Cardinals beat the Mets today, 9-8, in Grapefruit League action in Port St. Lucie, Fla.
The Mets tallied three runs in a second-inning rally off Cardinals starter Todd Wellemeyer that was highlighted by an RBI double from Ryan Church.
They added a run in the eighth on a Rob Mackowiak single.
Bobby Kielty brought home three more with a home run in the bottom of the ninth off the now-bearded Royce Ring, then Alex Cora singled home another, but the Mets’ rally fell short, and for the 47th consecutive year, all hope of a completely undefeated season was lost.
On the upside, Livan Hernandez got his fifth-starter campaign off on the right foot, throwing two perfect innings to start the game. Freddy Garcia, on the other hand, allowed four runs — two earned — on two hits and three walks in two-thirds of an inning.
A few of the longshot lefties competing for a bullpen spot saw action. Veteran Tom Martin came in to relieve Garcia in the third and struck out the only batter he faced. Casey Fossum tossed two scoreless frames, allowing two hits and striking out two. Adam Bostick pitched an inning as well, allowing one run on one hit and three walks.
Righty Connor Robertson threw a perfect sixth for the Mets. Brandon Knight threw a significantly less-than-perfect eighth, allowing three earned runs on four hits before Rocky Cherry came on and allowed a run on three straight two-out hits in the ninth.
Tagged Ted Berg |
I’ll be watching the majority of the game from the Island Girl Tiki Bar today – after a long week, I’d like to just sit, and watch a real, live baseball game.
So, if you’re at the game, swing by and say hello.
Update, 4:55 pm:
I had a ton of fun out there. Too much fun, probably, as people who read the site kept coming up, saying hello and buying me beverages.
Nevertheless, it’s always great to hear from people who enjoy the work we do on MetsBlog.com, and I can’t say, ‘Thank you,’ enough times.
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