It’s About Time

It took only took Willie 188 games but he finally got Tossed. Welcome to the party Willie.

I have always thought that a more vocal Willie could better lead this team as well as help shed the image of the quiet, reserved manager that seems to be stoic, moving only to cast a disapproving scowl toward players who have made ill-advised plays. Willie may seem to skipper the team as such, but the players seem to have respect for him that would indicate animation that eluded such narcoleptic leaders such as Art Howe.

(188 games is from memory, I didn’t research- double check me)

I don’t have much to say about tonight’s game. As I stated before, I hate these 2 game series. I would love to get one more shot against the Nationals.

I know Oliver is only one of two left-handed relievers not named Wagner but this man cannot be allowed to keep taking the hill. He is a walking pitching machine. The organization has no faith in Heath Bell or Royce Ring but will let Oliver, no spring chicken, give up the long ball in middle innings on a nightly basis.

Jorge Julio seems to have gained some confidence and control but I cannot be comfortable with him until Oliver has given up a few runs and the outlook already looks bleak. It would make more sense to reverse their order of appearance regardless of the lefty-righty advantage that must be the lure of Oliver pitching in a game that is within reach.

At least Beltran looks somewhat healthy.

No Valentin tonght? What was he being rested for tomorrow’s game so he can take his three swings and sit down?

If, you haven't read Dave's latest piece regarding the Delmon Young imbroglio over at Mets Guy in Michigan, it is a great piece and a must read:

"...the fawning Yankee apologists in the media lauding Clemens’ “intensity” and implying that Piazza was a wuss for not charging the mound.

I assume that Piazza realized he was the best hitter on the team and getting tossed out during the first inning of a World Series game would hurt the Mets. That makes him smart."

It is a must read- check it out.

It's Pittsburgh at Shea tomorrow for another always exciting two game series as Petey goes for win number 6.

Dear God, cut Cliffy a break…please...

Let’s Go Mets!

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