Take A Chance On Me
Forget about the false sense of security that comes with eight-man bullpens or guaranteeing too many pitcher contracts. It’s exceptionally important to have flexibility when building a pitching staff, because you never know when you will catch lightning in a bottle. The Mets have hopefully learned that lesson with the release of Jorge Sosa.
[In Columns]By Jack Flynn

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[In Columns]
Not Enough On The Farm
[Apr. 30, 2008] Triple-A clubs serve as reservoirs of position depth and extra insurance for teams with championship aspirations. So why is the New Orleans Zephyrs' roster so ill-prepared to help the Mets in 2008?
By Jack Flynn
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The Road To Pigtown
[Apr. 27, 2008] There's still a big difference between Mets' fans and Phillies' fans — and the recent Mets' collapse has created a bond of sorts between the two groups, there's still a big difference in terms of history — and response — there.
By Mike McGann
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Wright Belongs
[Apr. 25, 2008] Join us in welcoming another new Professor, Marc Palumbo, into the ranks of our faculty here at F.U. Marc's inaugural effort makes the case for David Wright to be included in any discussions of the best third basemen in the game today.
By Marc Palumbo
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[In Features]
2008 Mets Season Preview
[Mar. 31, 2008] There's a lot of questions going in, but because of the weakness of the rest of the NL East, the Mets should still be the team to beat in 2008.
By Mike McGann
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Mack Attack: Vol. I, Issue XIII
[Mar. 9, 2008] Mack's Spring Training report is in the books, along with a look around the minor leagues, the ex-Met report, and a look ahead to 2009.
By John Mackin Ade

Mack's March Prospect Ranking
[Mar. 1, 2008] John Mackin Ade's Mets Prospect Rankings for March are in ..... pay attention, you'll be quizzed later.
By John Mackin Ade
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[In News]
Take The Train To The Game
[Apr. 14, 2008] F.U.'s own Matt "The Stat" Himelfarb outlines the trip to Shea via mass transit, and makes a very good case for taking the train to the game.
By Matt "The Stat" Himelfarb
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Mets Ace Deal For Santana
[Jan. 29, 2008] The Mets have apparently completed a deal to acquire Johan Santana — for four minor leaguers — if the team can reach a long-term contract deal with the ace pitcher.


Mets Acquire Castillo
[Jul. 30, 2007] The Mets have added second baseman Luis Castillo for the stretch run, dealing a pair of A-ball players, for the switch-hitting three-time All-Star.

[In Minors]
Savannah's Historic Grayson Stadium Takes Shape
[Nov. 5, 2007] The parent-club Mets aren't the only team in the system upgrading their home field. There's plenty of work taking place on Victory Drive as well. (picture courtesy John Mackin Ade)
By John Mackin Ade
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End of the Year Prospect Rankings
[Nov. 4, 2007] In a year that saw the Mets brightest prospect's value plunge, had a 20th round pick out of Francis Maron capture sterling honors, and more than a few breakout seasons, our 2008 rankings looks a whole lot different than 2007.
By Matt Himelfarb
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Mack’s Top Mets Prospect List – August 2007
[Aug. 1, 2007] It is high, it is deep and it is far away the best listing of Mets Minor League Prospects you can find anywhere: It's Mack's Top 40 Prospect List for August!
By John Mackin Ade
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[In The Mack Attack]
The Mack Attack - 5-14-8
[May 14, 2008] A fairly quiet day after the Mets revamped their roster, although it was an interesting day around the Mets' minor league system.
By John Mackin Ade
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The Mack Attack - 5-13-8
[May 13, 2008] Mack looks at the upcoming, revised pitching rotation as well as some Mets' minor league pitchers who might need to be moved back — down a level.
By John Mackin Ade

The Mack Attack - 5-12-8
[May 12, 2008] Tons of Mets news for a rainy Monday, a look at which minor leaguers need to be looking over their shoulders and a plea from Mack to not be worried about chiming in in the forum to talk about the Mack Attack.
By John Mackin Ade

My Two Favorite Teams are the Mets and Whoever is Beating the Braves
[May 12, 2008] Flushing University's newest contributor makes his much anticipated debut today with an explanation .... or is it a confession .... of his unnatural dislike for the Atlanta National League Baseball Franchise. Without further ado .... Mr. Ken Dynamo.
By Ken Dynamo
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How Do We Know The Answer When We Don't Know The Question?
[May 10, 2008] Mets fans been asking why the likes of Carlos Delgado, Luis Castillo, and Aaron Heilman have forsaken them this season. But Carlos Beltran's slump is creating a question that the wisest of the wise cannot answer. It's only May, but Metstradamus is starting to worry.
By Metstradamus
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Something's Gotta Give
[May 7, 2008] Mike Pelfrey still hasn't developed into a reliable major league starter. Is it time for the Mets to begin creatively re-defining his future?
By Jack Flynn
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Breaking down Marchman's Column
[May 4, 2008] Matt Himelfarb is back and does not have kind words for NY Sun columnist Tim Marchman.
By Matt Himelfarb
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The Team Bus Is At The Crossroads (And Oliver Perez Is Under It)
[May 2, 2008] Another day, another controversy. This time, it's Billy Wagner ripping Oliver Perez. With Wagner and Willie Randolph constantly picking on him, Perez might decide that staying in New York isn't worth the hassle. With Perez's contract up after this season, there is another alternative. Metstradamus speculates ...
By John "Metstradamus" Coppinger
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