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Marquis goal to be a Met
Marquis goal to be a Met
It was reported towards the end of the season that Jeff Francoeur had spoke to his friend and former teammate, Jason Marquis about coming to the Mets. Francoeur stated that he spoke to Marquis who expressed interest in playing for his hometown team and Frenchy supported the idea. At the time ...
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Jason Marquis Wants To Be a Met (?)
Jason Marquis Wants To Be a Met (?)
metstoday.com — According to Tracy Ringolsby, Jason Marquis has told his Colorado Rockies teammates that his goal is to... sign with the New York Mets this winter. (Hat tip to Ed at MetsFever) Intriguing report by... [[ This is a summary ... visit MetsToday.com for ... (more) Jason Marquis Wants To Be a Met (?)
Marquis Looks To N.Y.
Marquis Looks To N.Y.
novafantasysports.com — Update: Jason Marquis has apparently told his former Rockie teammates that he is done in Colorado and... wants to pitch in New York for the Mets, according to Tracy Ringolsby of Inside The Rockies. Fantasy Imapct: This is a bit hard to understand as it would seem to limit Marquis' ability ... (more) Marquis Looks To N.Y.
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Jason Marquis Wants To Be a Met (?)
Mets Today — ... this winter. (Hat tip to Ed at MetsFever ) Intriguing report by Ringolsby, and if true, it is no doubt a goal based on economics. Though Marquis is from Staten Island, we’re told he grew up a Yankees fan, so becoming a Met is not his childhood dream. More likely, Marquis is smart enough to see that the Mets are in dire need of a solid innings-eater, will likely cheap lose out on the bidding for John Lackey, and in turn look to overpay for a pitcher on the rung below Lackey. Perhaps, someone who is coming off a career year, and therefore appears to be worth the overpayment. ...

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