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Henry Blanco deal actually worth $750K, plus incentives
Henry Blanco deal actually worth $750K, plus incentives
theropolitans.com — During the physical, the Mets had concerns over Henry Blanco’s right shoulder.  For that, they restructured the... deal, which now has a base salary of $750,000, according to Ken Davidoff . The deal, with new incentives, could be worth as much as $2,225,000. Davidoff notes that he can ... (more) Henry Blanco deal actually worth $750K, plus incentives
Mets Restructure Henry Blanco’s Contract
Mets Restructure Henry Blanco’s Contract
metsmerizedonline.com — Last week, the Mets made their first dabble into the free agent pool when they signed veteran... backstop, Henry Blanco , to a one year deal worth roughly $1.45 million. However, as Newsday’s Ken Davidoff reports , there were some red flags that popped up during Blanco’s ... (more) Mets Restructure Henry Blanco’s Contract
Blanco's contract renegotiated
Blanco's contract renegotiated
metsfever.blogspot.com — How ironic is it that the only major league signing ( not re-signing or MiLB) the Mets... have made they renegotiated because of concerns over his shoulder. Apparently after seeing the results of his physical the Mets have renegotiated Henry Blanco's contract. Blanco will get less guaranteed ... (more) Blanco's contract renegotiated
Life's Tough, So Man Up
Life's Tough, So Man Up
metstradamus.blogspot.com — It's more than a little unnerving to exit an airplane to this: " Mets Trade For Burrell... " Of course, it turned out not to be true ... yet. To think, I wasted perfectly good vomit over nothing. Some have asked me if I could ever accept a member of ... (more) Life's Tough, So Man Up
Why Henry Blanco can make $50,000 for winning the NL MVP
newsday.com — 6:12 AM By Ken Davidoff Head home today, weather permitting. It has been an extremely productive week... for the Yankees, obviously, and not so much for the Mets. Found out an interesting nugget about the Mets and their negotiations with one of the few ... (more) Why Henry Blanco can make $50,000 for winning the NL MVP
Mets confident they can sign Bengie Molina at Meetings
Mets confident they can sign Bengie Molina at Meetings
metscitiblog.com — According to Rotoworld , there is a sense apparently that the Mets can get a deal done... with Bengie Molina before they leave the Winter Meetings.  Hold onto your applause.  I can hardly stay in my seat.  I really feel that these over priced bottom dwellers suck off millions ... (more) Mets confident they can sign Bengie Molina at Meetings
Ollie factor - Dessens...
Ollie factor - Dessens...
metsfever.blogspot.com — It's believed that the Mets can improve their pitching staff by improving their catching core, the Mets... are expected to sign a front line catcher who is an offensive and defensive up-grade over last years' catchers. They've already signed a catcher who is considered one of the best receivers ... (more) Ollie factor - Dessens...
How Bad is Josh Thole’s Defense? « New York Mets Online
metsonline.wordpress.com — The Mets think Josh Thole is raw defensively. Here’s a look at some defensive numbers for Thole,... along with other catchers the Mets might use instead. (more) How Bad is Josh Thole’s Defense? « New York Mets Online
Mets acquire Pads’ Blanco for $1.5 mil
signonsandiego.com — Mets acquire Pads’ Blanco for $1.5 mil (more) Mets acquire Pads’ Blanco for $1.5 mil
Friars won't offer arbitration to Giles, Blanco
Friars won't offer arbitration to Giles, Blanco
mlb.mlb.com — By Corey Brock / MLB.com 12/01/09 11:20 AM EST SAN DIEGO -- New Padres general manager Jed... Hoyer said on Monday that the team, as expected, won't offer salary arbitration to free-agent outfielder Brian Giles or catcher Henry Blanco. "We don't have ... (more) Friars won't offer arbitration to Giles, Blanco
Kicking Off the Winter Meetings @ 7pm
Kicking Off the Winter Meetings @ 7pm
nybaseballdigest.com — The wildest week of the hot stove season begins tonight as Howard Megdal of SNY and I... kick off the 2009 Winter Meetings in Indianapolis. We will talk about the Yankees during the first half hour and will be joined by former big leaguer, and Yankees scout, Jalal Leach . We will give the ... (more) Kicking Off the Winter Meetings @ 7pm
Trade Market for Catchers & Game Calling
Trade Market for Catchers & Game Calling
nybaseballdigest.com — Before we fit Bengie Molina for a Mets uniform there are some catchers that may be available... via trade. Ryan Doumit – Interesting name because he can play multiple positions. He has manned 1b and RF during his career. Doumit reportedly is available due to his remaining two years and ... (more) Trade Market for Catchers & Game Calling
Dan Warthen Blames Mets Catchers For 2009 Pitching Woes
Dan Warthen Blames Mets Catchers For 2009 Pitching Woes
metsmerizedonline.com — I have just finished reading a very good article by our friend Bart Hubbuch of the NY... Post . While everyone seems to be scratching their heads and wondering what the deal is with the Mets fondness for catchers in recent days, Hubbuch actually does a fantastic job of filling in the blanks ... (more) Dan Warthen Blames Mets Catchers For 2009 Pitching Woes
Why Blanco Scares Mets Fans
Why Blanco Scares Mets Fans
nybaseballdigest.com — It isn’t that Henry Blanco is a bad signing. As Sam Page points out this morning, Blanco,... for $1.5 million, provides exceptional defense and decent enough offense for a backup catcher, giving the Mets a presence behind the plate they didn’t have last year. But both Blanco and Alex ... (more) Why Blanco Scares Mets Fans
Where Does Santos Fit for the 2010 Mets?
Where Does Santos Fit for the 2010 Mets?
nybaseballdigest.com — Will catcher Omir (Pito) Santos have a spot with the 2010 Mets? Or is the club looking... in another direction? With both Henry Blanco and Chris Coste in the fold, along with Josh Thole moving through the system, the battle for the backup catcher’s spot could be interesting in Port St. Lucie in ... (more) Where Does Santos Fit for the 2010 Mets?
It’s Beginning To Look Alot Like Mets-Mess
It’s Beginning To Look Alot Like Mets-Mess
metsmerizedonline.com — During the infancy of the 2009 free agency campaign, Mets General Omar Minaya has fired off salvo’s... to the rest of the National League East about as damaging as a mouse passing wind. The hysteria you are hearing is coming from the rival GM’s in Philly, Miami, Atlanta, and be ... (more) It’s Beginning To Look Alot Like Mets-Mess
Santana behind Blanco signing
Santana behind Blanco signing
theropolitans.com — According to Ben Shpigel of The New York Times , Johan Santana was very active in recruiting... catcher Henry Blanco to the Mets. Blanco and Santana played on the same Minnesota Twins team in 2004.  That season, Blanco played in 114 games for the Twins.  Blanco caught 24 of Santana’s ... (more) Santana behind Blanco signing
The Mets Sign Henry Blanco
The Mets Sign Henry Blanco
amazinavenue.com — So, the Mets   signed Hank Blank  to a 1-year $1.5 million contract yesterday.  The reaction  was... predictable-- déjà  vu all over again. And while giving a 38-year-old backup catcher a $1.5MM contract has shades ... (more) The Mets Sign Henry Blanco
Raiders Fans, Be Careful What You Wish For
Raiders Fans, Be Careful What You Wish For
metstradamus.blogspot.com — (more) Raiders Fans, Be Careful What You Wish For
Weighing In On Blanco, Polanco, Saito and Delgado
Weighing In On Blanco, Polanco, Saito and Delgado
metsmerizedonline.com — Henry Blanco C – The Mets made the Henry Blanco signing official last night, signing the 38-year... old catcher to a one year deal worth $1.5 million dollars. It’s a significant raise for Blanco who was only paid $750 K last season with the Padres. When San Diego signed Blanco, he ... (more) Weighing In On Blanco, Polanco, Saito and Delgado
Looking at the Competitions Latest Moves
Looking at the Competitions Latest Moves
nybaseballdigest.com — While Mets fans complain about Alex Cora (a move I am indifferent about), Chris Coste (not something... I care about), and Henry Blanco (a move I like) they may have missed some of the moves the competition made this week. The Braves replaced Mike Gonzalez and Rafael Soriano with Billy Wagner and ... (more) Looking at the Competitions Latest Moves
The Vent: 12-3 Edition
The Vent: 12-3 Edition
cheddar-cheddar.blogspot.com — Things in the Sports World that confuse me , annoy me and/or make me scratch my head:... 5-Henry Blanco Gets Another Year In The Bigs One of the certainties of baseball, if your a back-up catcher, you get to play for as long as you want, even if you aren't a high-enough caliber player to ... (more) The Vent: 12-3 Edition
Johan wanted Blanco...
Johan wanted Blanco...
metsfever.blogspot.com — With Henry Blanco on board at a mere 1.5MM for the season, the Mets finally have the... stand out defensive catcher that they have been missing for years. Struggling pitchers will have a friend in Henry and base runners will have someone to fear with 43 % CS rate. I have no miss-conceived notion ... (more) Johan wanted Blanco...
Mets Add Depth at Back-Up Catcher
Mets Add Depth at Back-Up Catcher
bats.blogs.nytimes.com — The Mets sign the former Cub Henry Blanco to be their back-up catcher.... (more) Mets Add Depth at Back-Up Catcher
Mets sign Henry Blanco to one year deal
Mets sign Henry Blanco to one year deal
metscitiblog.com — According to Matt Cerrone , the Mets have signed Henry Blanco to a one year contract for... about $1.5 million.  As Cerrone points out, he is getting basically the same salary as the Phillies just gave to Schneider, however he didn't get the second year.  I like this signing for two ... (more) Mets sign Henry Blanco to one year deal
Twitter / Bart Hubbuch: Reports of the Mets agreei ...
Twitter / Bart Hubbuch: Reports of the Mets agreei ...
twitter.com — Loader Twitter.com Login Join Twitter! Reports of the Mets agreeing to a one-year, $1.5M deal with Henry... Blanco have been confirmed. Official announcement tomorrow or Saturday. about 3 hours ago from web NYPost_Mets Bart Hubbuch Footer 2009 Twitter ... (more) Twitter / Bart Hubbuch: Reports of the Mets agreei ...
Report: Mets sign Blanco to one-year deal
Report: Mets sign Blanco to one-year deal
theropolitans.com — The Mets have signed catcher Henry Blanco to a one-year, $1.5 million deal, according to Francisco Blavia... of ESPN Deportes (via MetsBlog ). Blanco, the second catcher the Mets signed this off-season, will likely serve as the backup on the major league squad.  Chris Coste, the other ... (more) Report: Mets sign Blanco to one-year deal
News: Mets sign Henry Blanco
News: Mets sign Henry Blanco
metsblog.com — Free-agent C Henry Blanco told Francisco Blavia of Lider en Deportes he has agreed to a one-year,... $1.5 million deal with the Mets. thanks to Andres M for the link and translation i like this signing a lot, he is the perfect back-up catcher it s the ... (more) News: Mets sign Henry Blanco
Twitter / FRANCISCO BLAVIA: Henry Blanco confirma su f ...
Twitter / FRANCISCO BLAVIA: Henry Blanco confirma su f ...
twitter.com — Loader Twitter.com Login Join Twitter! Henry Blanco confirma su firma por 1.5 millones de $ con los... Mets de Nueva York. El lunes pasó sin problemas los exàmanes físicos. about 3 hours ago from UberTwitter FranciscoBlavia FRANCISCO BLAVIA Footer 2009 ... (more) Twitter / FRANCISCO BLAVIA: Henry Blanco confirma su f ...
Mets Kicking Blanco’s Tires – Because You Can Never Have Too Many Elderly Backup Catchers
Mets Kicking Blanco’s Tires – Because You Can Never Have Too Many Elderly Backup ...
cantstopthebleeding.com — Just days after signing Phormer Phillie Chris Coste, the Mets are said to be mulling a contract... offer to 12 year veteran C Henry Blanco (above), most recently of the San Diego Padres. It’s a curious move given Jon Heyman’s insistence the Mets are also preparing a two-year pact ... (more) Mets Kicking Blanco’s Tires – Because You ...
Bye Bye Blanco
Bye Bye Blanco
gaslampball.com — Bye Bye Blanco Henry Blanco signing with Mets (more) Bye Bye Blanco
With Blanco in the fold Mets still not done...
With Blanco in the fold Mets still not done...
metsfever.blogspot.com — It's being reported that Henry Blanco is traveling to NY for a physical and it's believed the... two sides may have already agree to a one year deal. Blanco is one of the best defensive catchers in the league, he throws out 40% of runners for his entire career and has the potential to improve our ... (more) With Blanco in the fold Mets still not done...
Henry Blanco To Be A Met, Is Thole Era Not Far Behind?
Henry Blanco To Be A Met, Is Thole Era Not Far Behind?
metsmerizedonline.com — According to several reports including Jon Heyman via Twitter , and the original story from Adam Rubin... of the Daily News , free agent catcher Henry Blanco could become a member of the New York Mets as soon as today. The Mets appeared to be closing in on a deal with free-agent catcher Henry ... (more) Henry Blanco To Be A Met, Is Thole Era Not Far Behind?
Buzz: Henry Blanco traveling to NYC for Physical (Metsblog)
Buzz: Henry Blanco traveling to NYC for Physical (Metsblog)
metspolice.com — With this news,  Buzz: Henry Blanco traveling to NYC for Physical  it proves that the Mets have... learned. People are getting on them for signing aging backup catchers and backup shortstops, but the Mets have learned from 2009.  Why waste money on starters?  Starting players ... (more) Buzz: Henry Blanco traveling to NYC for Physical (Metsblog)
Buzz: Henry Blanco traveling to NYC for Physical
Buzz: Henry Blanco traveling to NYC for Physical
metsblog.com — According to the Daily News , El Nacional is reporting free-agent C Henry Blanco has left the... Venezuelan Winter League to take a physical in New York City. … from what i can gather, the two sides may have already agreed in principal to a ... (more) Buzz: Henry Blanco traveling to NYC for Physical
Reports: Henry Blanco in NYC for physical; What I think it means for the Mets
Reports: Henry Blanco in NYC for physical; What I think it means for the Mets
theropolitans.com — Henry Blanco, who played in 67 games with the San Diego Padres last season, is traveling to... New York for a physical, according to El Nacional, via Adam Rubin . Blanco, who would be the second catcher the Mets signed this off-season, hit .235 / .320 / .382 in 204 at bats last year with six home ... (more) Reports: Henry Blanco in NYC for physical; What I think ...
MLBTradeRumors - Mets Close To Deal With Henry Blanco
mlbtraderumors.com — THURSDAY, 8:58am: Adam Rubin of the New York Daily News passes on a report from the Venezuelan... paper, El Nacional, that says Blanco is on his way to a physical with the Mets. Via Twitter, Jon Heyman of SI.com suggests the Mets will sign Blanco. He ... (more) MLBTradeRumors - Mets Close To Deal With Henry Blanco
The Mets are about to sign Henry Blanco
bases.nbcsports.com — The New York Daily News is reporting that Henry Blanco has left Venezuela and is on his... way to New York to take a physical as a precursor to signing with the Mets.  This a couple of days after signing... (more) The Mets are about to sign Henry Blanco
Why Blanco Should Pave the Way for Thole
Why Blanco Should Pave the Way for Thole
nybaseballdigest.com — As NYBD contributor Joe Demayo pointed out on twitter , it appears the Mets are about to... bring in Henry Blanco although no deal has been made official. It did get me to thinking that signing Blanco could pave the way for Josh Thole to become the everyday catcher and eliminate for Bengie ... (more) Why Blanco Should Pave the Way for Thole
Mets Get Physical With Blanco?
Mets Get Physical With Blanco?
nleastchatter.com — ( Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty Images North America) According to Metsblog : ” the Daily News ,... El Nacional is reporting free-agent C Henry Blanco has left the Dominican Winter League to take a physical for the Mets.” It appears as though if Blanco passes his physical that ... (more) Mets Get Physical With Blanco?
Buzz: Henry Blanco traveling NYC for Physical
Buzz: Henry Blanco traveling NYC for Physical
metsblog.com — Free-agent C Henry Blanco has left the Dominican Winter League to take a physical for the Mets,... according to the Venezuelan newspaper El Nacional. … from what i can gather, the two sides agreed in principal to a one-year deal, it’s ... (more) Buzz: Henry Blanco traveling NYC for Physical
Report: New York Mets close to signing San Diego Padres catcher Henry Blanco
Report: New York Mets close to signing San Diego Padres catcher Henry Blanco
nydailynews.com — The Mets appeared to be closing in on a deal with free-agent catcher Henry Blanco . The... Venezuelan newspaper "El Nacional" reported Blanco had left that country Sunday for a physical with the Mets. Blanco, 38, hit .235 with sixhomers and 16 RBI in 204 ... (more) Report: New York Mets close to signing San Diego Padres ...
Zaun to sign this week, but with who
Zaun to sign this week, but with who
metsfever.blogspot.com — While he wouldn't admit who he was signing with, veteran catcher Greg Zaun said that he would... be signed by the end of the week. I don't believe Zaun is seen as a starter and with the Mets reported to be close to a deal for Henry Blanco to be their back-up catcher I think we can be ruled out... ... (more) Zaun to sign this week, but with who
Why Kelly Shoppach to Tampa matters to the Mets
Why Kelly Shoppach to Tampa matters to the Mets
theropolitans.com — As we’ve seen, the Mets are trying to scoop up a whole bunch of catchers.  They have... Omir Santos and Josh Thole, and they signed Chris Coste yesterday and added him to the 40-man .  They’re also in talks with Henry Blanco . But Kelly Shoppach, coming off a decent 2009, where he hit ... (more) Why Kelly Shoppach to Tampa matters to the Mets
Friars won't offer arbitration to Giles, Blanco
Friars won't offer arbitration to Giles, Blanco
mlb.mlb.com — By Corey Brock / MLB.com 12/01/09 11:20 AM EST SAN DIEGO -- New Padres general manager Jed... Hoyer said on Monday that the team, as expected, won't offer salary arbitration to free-agent outfielder Brian Giles or catcher Henry Blanco. "We don't have ... (more) Friars won't offer arbitration to Giles, Blanco
Twitter / MLB.com, Padres.com: As expected, the #Padres w ...
Twitter / MLB.com, Padres.com: As expected, the #Padres w ...
twitter.com — Loader Twitter.com Login Join Twitter! As expected, the #Padres won't offer salary arbitration to FA's Brian Giles... and Henry Blanco. But doesn't mean they don't want Blanco. about 16 hours ago from web FollowThePadres MLB.com, Padres.com Footer 2009 ... (more) Twitter / MLB.com, Padres.com: As expected, the #Padres ...
Mets supposedly in talks with Henry Blanco, but sign Chris Coste
Mets supposedly in talks with Henry Blanco, but sign Chris Coste
metscitiblog.com — Although Ken Rosenthal at FoxSports is reporting that the Mets are close to signing Henry Blanco, multiple... sources are saying that they have signed former Phillie Chris Coste.  Coste is 37 years old and is not much.  While I do not think they will sign Blanco also, I do think they ... (more) Mets supposedly in talks with Henry Blanco, but sign ...
Mets Sign Chris Coste
Mets Sign Chris Coste
nybaseballdigest.com — First picked up by Joe Demayo on Twitter and confirmed by a North Dakota Newspaper the Mets... have signed former Phillies catcher Chris Coste and added him to the 40 man roster. Not sure how this impacts the catching situation, but if Henry Blanco is signed than perhaps Coste signals the ... (more) Mets Sign Chris Coste
Rosenthal: Mets talking to Blanco
Rosenthal: Mets talking to Blanco
theropolitans.com — The Mets and free-agent catcher Henry Blanco have been talking, according to Ken Rosenthal (via Amazin’ Avenue... ). Rosenthal points out that Blanco would likely serve as a backup as the Mets are targeting Bengie Molina as their catcher for 2010 and beyond. I don’t like this.  1) Blanco, ... (more) Rosenthal: Mets talking to Blanco
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