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On the Farm: Thole DL’d, makes All-Star team
flushing9.com — Josh Thole, D.J. Wabick and Roy Merritt were named to the Eastern League’s North Division All-Star team. The game will be played on July 15 in Trenton. Thole was placed on the disabled list Wednesday with a dislocated thumb. Thole won’t be eligible to return to the B-Mets’ lineup until July 8 ... (more) On the Farm: Thole DL’d, makes All-Star team
Wright to Franco: ‘He doesn’t know what’s going on in this clubhouse’
flushing9.com — In an interview with Sirius XM Radio’s Inside Pitch, former Mets closer John Franco said the Mets lack leadership. Here’s the “he said, he said” between Franco and David Wright: (more) Wright to Franco: ‘He doesn’t know what’s going on in ...
Manuel: ‘They’ll call us Bingo Long and the Traveling All-Stars’
Manuel: ‘They’ll call us Bingo Long and the Traveling All-Stars’
flushing9.com — You never really know what is said — or done — in closed door team meetings. Jerry Manuel said he didn’t shout or flip any clubhouse tables. When pressed by the press to discuss the meeting, Manuel only offered generalizations, no specifics (more) Manuel: ‘They’ll call us Bingo Long and the Traveling ...
Pelfrey misses meeting but sends a message
Pelfrey misses meeting but sends a message
flushing9.com — Everyone was pointing to the well-publicized 28-minute closed door team meeting by Mets manager Jerry Manuel after Tuesday’s 6-3 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers as the inspiration for Wednesday’s gritty 1-0 win. (more) Pelfrey misses meeting but sends a message
Radio: New York Baseball Digest tonight
Radio: New York Baseball Digest tonight
flushing9.com — Tonight I will be a guest on Michael Silva’s New York Baseball Digest radio show to talk about the game. I invite you too, to share your experience, by calling the show at (646) 716-8187. It starts at 6:00 p.m. (edt). I also encourage anyone who saw the game, and has a story to share, to contact ... (more) Radio: New York Baseball Digest tonight

Video: Is the Mets hotel haunted?
flushing9.com — When the New York Mets travel to Milwaukee they stay at the historic Phsiter Hotel in the dowtown area. According to reports, the hotel is “haunted.” Judge for yourself … (more) Video: Is the Mets hotel haunted?
Randolph: ‘It’s sweeter taking it out on the Mets’
Randolph: ‘It’s sweeter taking it out on the Mets’
flushing9.com — Former Mets manager Willie Randolph spoke to Brian Anderson and Bill Schroeder, the Brewers broadcast team, on Fox Sports Wisconsin during Tuesday’s game. Randolph, clearly more relaxed in his role, ironically put the headseat on following the half inning the Brewers scored four runs, Mets ... (more) Randolph: ‘It’s sweeter taking it out on the Mets’
Mets could become sellers if skid continues
Mets could become sellers if skid continues
flushing9.com — The New York Mets could start getting active in the trade market soon, only now they could be sellers instead of buyers. (more) Mets could become sellers if skid continues
Flushing 9 Foul Poll: Buyers or sellers?
flushing9.com — Trade Deadline Special: With the trade deadline coming u on July 31, and the Mets slipping in the standings, should the Mets buy, sell or hold? (more) Flushing 9 Foul Poll: Buyers or sellers?
Be careful what you wish for Ryan Braun
Be careful what you wish for Ryan Braun
flushing9.com — The weather forecast for Milwaukee on Wednesday includes light rain (30% chance of rain, according to the Weather Channel). Believe it or not, that’s good news for today’s Mets-Brewers game. “You pray for rains and clouds when we have a day game,” Ryan Braun told the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. (more) Be careful what you wish for Ryan Braun
On the Farm: Niese sharp, Thole injured
flushing9.com — Jonathon Niese made another strong start, pitching eight innings, allowing three runs (two earned), five hits, 4 K, 1 BB. In his last four starts, Niese is 3-0 with an ERA of 0.95. He’s allowed three earned runs in 28 1/3 innings pitched. His season ERA is now 4.85, dropping a full three runs ... (more) On the Farm: Niese sharp, Thole injured
Manuel told to ’stick a sock in it’
Manuel told to ’stick a sock in it’
flushing9.com — On Tuesday, Michael Kay said on ESPN 1050 (New York) that the New York Mets told manager Jerry Manuel to “stick a sock in it. He’s talking too much and it’s not helping …” (more) Manuel told to ’stick a sock in it’
Hope is a choice … Do you believe?
Hope is a choice … Do you believe?
flushing9.com — Granted, the past five days have not been filled with blissful cheers and champagne toasts, but it hasn’t been all blue devils either since the New York Mets arrived in Milwaukee. (more) Hope is a choice … Do you believe?
Sigh of relief: Beltran has bruise, nothing more
Sigh of relief: Beltran has bruise, nothing more
flushing9.com — Adam Rubin of the New York Daily News is reporting the Colorado doctor who examined Carlos Beltran “… agreed with the team medical staff’s assessment that [Beltran] is suffering from a bone bruise.” The report added, Dr. Richard Steadman will likely recommend Beltran “remain inactive … until ... (more) Sigh of relief: Beltran has bruise, nothing more
Flushing 9 First Pitch: Mets/Rays @ 4:10 p.m.
Flushing 9 First Pitch: Mets/Rays @ 4:10 p.m.
flushing9.com — It is raining at Citi Field. The Weather Channel reports rain and thunderstorms to continue through the afternoon. Hi 75. Low 64. (more) Flushing 9 First Pitch: Mets/Rays @ 4:10 p.m.
Flushing 9 Foul Poll: Deal or No Deal?
flushing9.com — The rumor mill surrounding the Mets is starting to heat up. With Carlos Delgado on the DL, multiple sources suggest Omar Minaya is shopping for offensive help. Good idea? Bad idea? (more) Flushing 9 Foul Poll: Deal or No Deal?
Cohen says ‘voices, dynamic’ have changed
Cohen says ‘voices, dynamic’ have changed
flushing9.com — Cohen was asked about team leadership and said: “A lot has changed with this team since Carlos Delgado left, in terms of the voices that are being heard in that clubhouse … David [Wright] is a big part of that, but so is Alex Cora (more) Cohen says ‘voices, dynamic’ have changed
Adam Dunn: Big Donkey is one big but (or butt)
flushing9.com — There is a reason why Adam Dunn is shopped every off-season and every trading deadline. It’s not his defensive struggles. It’s not his extreme strikeout numbers (holds the major league single-season record, 195). (more) Adam Dunn: Big Donkey is one big but (or butt)
Flushing 9 First Pitch: Mets/Orioles @ 7:05 p.m.
flushing9.com — The New York Mets (33-30) wrap up a three-game series against the Baltimore Orioles (28-37) at Camden Yards tonight. Livan Hernandez (5-1) will take the mound for the Mets against Jason Berken (1-3). This Flushing 9 First Pitch report is brought to you by Sirius Satellite Radio. Pre-game news ... (more) Flushing 9 First Pitch: Mets/Orioles @ 7:05 p.m.
David Wright: In 2009, it’s been hit or miss — literally
David Wright: In 2009, it’s been hit or miss — literally
flushing9.com — Despite an 0-for-4 performance Wednesday night in Baltimore, David Wright is still leading Major League Baseball in hitting (.357). In a normal scenario, Wright would be in the midst a “career year.” But 2009 has not been a normal year for Wright. With 99 games left on the regular season ... (more) David Wright: In 2009, it’s been hit or miss — literally
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