Wagner, Perez clear the air
Published 5/3/2008 by Anthony DiComo at Major League Baseball News
Following Wednesday's loss to the Pirates, Billy Wagner openly criticized Oliver Perez, saying that the left-hander needed to "step up." And though he said he didn't regret making the comments, Wagner has since spoken with both Perez and Mets manager Willie Randolph to clear the air.
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