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Is the door now open for Fernando Martinez...
Is the door now open for Fernando Martinez...
In March of 2008, SI.com reported that the Mets brass felt Fernando Martinez could be ready for the majors by 2009. The 20 year old, left handed outfielder has been slowed from such a rapid assent by injuries, but is still considered the top prospect in the organization and a five tool ...
Note: Pedro to Fernando
Note: Pedro to Fernando
metsblog.com — MetsBlog reader Dykstraw sent in the following picture of a fan who used creative arts and crafts... to turn his old Pedro Martinez jersey in to a new-and-improved Fernando Martinez jersey. Nice work, buddy, whomever you are. By the way, a person ... (more) Note: Pedro to Fernando
Mets recent call-up Fernando Martinez is off and not running at Citi Field
nydailynews.com — The 20-year-old prodigy the Mets called up on Tuesday should by all indications enjoy a long and... successful career in the major leagues, but if last night's game at Citi Field taught Martinez anything, it's that if he wants to get there, he'd better ... (more) Mets recent call-up Fernando Martinez is off and not ...
Should Mets Mortgage the Farm for Gonzalez?
Should Mets Mortgage the Farm for Gonzalez?
nybaseballdigest.com — After reading Jon Heyman’s article about San Diego at SI.com , I believe the Mets should see... if obtaining Adrian Gonzalez is feasible. Of course skeptics will say that Minaya and company don’t have enough (didn’t we hear that when Johan Santana was available?), but the media ... (more) Should Mets Mortgage the Farm for Gonzalez?
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