http://www.hotfootblog.com Just another WordPress weblog Mon, 12 May 2008 06:08:14 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Mets manager Willie Randolph stated that the team has yet to pick a pitcher to make the start against Washington on Wednesday and that they'll probably call up a minor leaguer. Among the options include Brian Stokes, Adam Bostick, Tony Armas Jr. and Claudio Vargas. Stokes pitched on Friday, which would put ... http://www.hotfootblog.com/2008/05/12/mets-to-callup-a-minor-leaguer-for-wednesday-start/ Share This ShareThis http://www.hotfootblog.com/2008/05/11/video-espn-game-recap-2/ In his Met Notes for the NY Post, Mike Puma provides an update on Pedro Martinez. Pedro threw a 60 pitch session, part of which was a bullpen session and part was batting practice.  About the session Omar Minaya had to say, "It was a pretty good session. He threw all ... http://www.hotfootblog.com/2008/05/11/pedros-progress/ The Mets come back and take the series, rebounding from their awful night with another good afternoon. A mostly good Ollie Perez helped, he had a beautiful five innings. He gave up one hit over the first four, hit a batter in the fifth, and then gave up three runs ... http://www.hotfootblog.com/2008/05/11/the-happy-recap-mets-8-reds-3/ After a earlier rain out washed away "Jets Night at Shea" it has now been rescheduled for Tuesday, July 8. Joe Klecko, Wesley Walker, Greg Buttle, Emerson Boozer, Randy Beverly and John Schmitt will be in attendance. For more info on the activities planned check out Bart Hubbuch at the ... http://www.hotfootblog.com/2008/05/11/a-little-fyi-for-mets-fans/ After each team taking a W in yesterdays double header, the Mets (18-16) will face off against the Reds (15-22) in the rubber match of the series. The Reds will send rising star Johnny Cueto (2-3, 5.27) to the mound to take on Ollie Perez (2-3, 4.63). Game time is ... http://www.hotfootblog.com/2008/05/11/gameday-mets-vs-reds-game-3/ John Franco is in the news this week, having appeared on cable to talk about baseball, hi-jinks and shenanigans. So it seems the perfect time to bring up the idea of John Franco, potential Hall of Famer. Its an important topic, because Franco spent the bulk of his career in ... http://www.hotfootblog.com/2008/05/11/a-case-for-john-franco/ After thrashing the Reds (15-22) in the first game of the doubleheader, the Mets (18-16) dropped the nightcap by a score of 7-1. Mike Pelfrey (2-3) pitched well enough to win, allowing two runs in 6 innings of work. Bronson Arroyo (2-4) was that much better, shutting down the Mets ... http://www.hotfootblog.com/2008/05/11/postgame-mets-1-reds-7/ Fresh off their game one win, the Mets (18-15) face off against the Reds (14-22) in the nightcap tonight. Mike Pelfrey will face off against Bronson Arroyo. Pelfrey was shaky in his last outing, going five innings and allowing five runs against the D'Backs Lineup: SS Jose Reyes RF Endy Chavez 3B David Wright CF ... http://www.hotfootblog.com/2008/05/10/gameday-mets-v-reds-game-2/ Share This ShareThis http://www.hotfootblog.com/2008/05/10/video-espn-game-recap/ Not the prettiest win, but a win. Johan struggled a tad, gave up ten hits and three runs including a homer to Edwin Encarnacion. Santana used 38 pitches in the sixth inning, 116 overall. Its his first victory at Shea. Heilman, Feliciano and Sosa each added an inning of relief, ... http://www.hotfootblog.com/2008/05/10/the-happy-recap-mets-12-reds-6/ The Reds (14-21) come to NY to face off against the Mets (17-15) in game one of a three game set and of today's double header. Johan Santana (3-2) will make a start for the Mets in and toeing the mound against him will be Matt Belisle (1-2) Your starting line ... http://www.hotfootblog.com/2008/05/10/gameday-mets-vs-reds-game-1/ In his column today in the NY Post Kevin Kernan has some quotes from David Wright regarding Willie Randolph that may surprise some. David told Kernan that: "There is another side to Randolph, I've seen him throw chairs. I've seen him flip tables. I've seen him kick people in the butt, ... http://www.hotfootblog.com/2008/05/10/surprise-willie-channels-mark-foley/ The following are a list of clues for you to guess three different Ex-Mets: Player #1 (easy): This former Mets' first round pick made his debut with the team in 1984. After failing to produce in 1984-1985, he was traded to the Twins. He would later be traded to the Tigers, then sign as a ... http://www.hotfootblog.com/2008/05/10/guess-the-ex-mets-6/ Tonight's game against the Cincinnati Reds has been postponed and will be part of a day/night doubleheader tomorrow. Johan Santana will be moved up to pitch the day game, at 1:10pm. Mike Pelfrey will pitch the night game, at 7:30pmShare This ShareThis http://www.hotfootblog.com/2008/05/09/sorry-folks-parks-closed-3/ According to Mike Nichols of Mets Blog, Ramon Castro has been activated and Raul Casanova has been DFA'd. Also, WFAN has been in contact with the Mets and they said tonight's game will be played despite the inclement weather. Plus, LoHud Mets Blog has some Pedro Martinez info: Martinez threw 60 pitches in ... http://www.hotfootblog.com/2008/05/09/castro-back/ According to Dan Graziano of the Star Ledger, the Mets brass is planning on a reevaluation at the end of the month. The team is disappointed that they are not playing up to their potential, and will look at the idea of replacing manager Willie Randolph. However, if the Mets ... http://www.hotfootblog.com/2008/05/09/mets-have-no-fire-power/ After Brian Bannister's a sizzling start, which resulted in many people criticizing Omar Minaya for ever trading him, he has sunk back to earth.  Bannister was traded to the Royals for RP Ambiorix Burgos prior to the 2007 season.  Burgos is now recovering from Tommy John Surgery Bannister began the year with ... http://www.hotfootblog.com/2008/05/09/ex-mets-watch-bannister-and-milledge/ When I heard this story on MSNBC last night like anyone listening, I laughed. But then I looked at the TV and realized the genius they were reporting on was sporting a Phillies jacket. So, since it is my duty as a NY Mets blogger to spread any news that ... http://www.hotfootblog.com/2008/05/09/representing-philly/ Here is yesterday's Billy Wagner Report with Michael Kay on 1050 ESPN Radio. About the road trip: "When you go .500 on a west coast trip that's good but we could've easily went 4-2 on that trip. When you hit and pitch you win ball games, it goes hand in hand. I'll ... http://www.hotfootblog.com/2008/05/09/billy-on-espn-radio-2/