<?xml version="1.0" encoding="iso-8859-1"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Metsground News</title><link>http://www.metsground.com</link><description>New York Mets Fans Website</description><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-05-18]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2875.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carlos Delgado landed on the disabled list Saturday with a right hip impingement. He could be headed to the operating table as well. Delgado is scheduled to meet with a hip specialist affiliated with the Hospital for Special Surgery in Manhattan on Monday]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-05-18]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2876.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Mike Pelfrey committed three balks Sunday, matching a franchise record established in 1963 by Don Rowe. The last major-leaguer to balk three times in a game was Al Leiter as a Blue Jay in 1994. "It seemed like I had almost like the yips," Pelfrey sa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-05-18]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2877.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--SS Jose Reyes missed a fourth straight start Sunday with right calf discomfort. "I'm still feeling something is not right there," Reyes said. "You have to worry. ... I didn't expect it to be that many games. The soreness hasn't gone away yet." After fil]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cain puts the brakes on N.Y., avoids sweep]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/cain-puts-the-brakes-on-n-y-avoids-sweep.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The minute Barry Bonds went into Baseball exile, the producers of ESPN's "Sunday Night Baseball" glanced back at China Basin and said, "Nice knowing ya."]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cain shuts down Mets, Giants finally beat Mets]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/cain-shuts-down-mets-giants-finally-beat-mets.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Pelfrey kicked the mound in frustration after his third balk and nearly fell. That's the way his difficult day went."I almost tripped when I did that," the Mets starter said with a chuckle. Yes, he took it all good naturedly.While Pelfrey struggled w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[DODGERS FYI]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/dodgers-fyi.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The evidence of Rafael Furcal's frustration was inside the visitors' clubhouse at Land Shark Stadium on Sunday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets-Dodgers Preview 2009-05-18]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-dodgers-preview-2881.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Juan Pierre is certainly doing his part in helping the NL West-leading Los Angeles Dodgers cope with the loss of Manny RamirezThe Dodgers now hope Pierre can help them win for the fifth time in six games Monday night when they host the East-leading New Yo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giants 2, Mets 0]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/giants-2-mets-0.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Matt Cain didn't have to be perfect to slow down the mighty Mets. His defense sure did.Cain stymied the Mets and singled in a run to help his cause, and the San Francisco Giants ended an eight-game losing streak to New York with a 2-0 victory Sunday night]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cain recovers to help Giants cool Mets]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/cain-recovers-to-help-giants-cool-mets.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Matt Cain stymied the mighty Mets and singled in a run to help his cause, and the San Francisco Giants ended an eight-game losing streak to New York with a 2-0 victory Sunday night.Bengie Molina also had an RBI single as San Francisco snapped a four-game ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giants can't hold lead in loss to Mets ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/giants-can-t-hold-lead-in-loss-to-mets-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheGiants fattened up with early games against NL West opponents like the Padres and Diamondbacks, whose hitting actually ranks below theirs in some glamour categories.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets-Giants Preview 2009-05-17]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-giants-preview-2867.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets found out Saturday that they'd be without the injured Carlos Delgado for a while, a loss that would seem to leave a big hole in the middle of their lineup.The San Francisco Giants can attest New York will be just fine without him.Led by ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 9, Giants 6 2009-05-17]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-9-giants-6-2868.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Randy Johnson plans to bury himself in the film room between starts to figure out what's going wrong.The Big Unit knows his pursuit of 300 wins could take a while if he doesn't get on track.Johnson dug himself an early hole against New York and ace Johan ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santana not great, but gets 5th win for Mets]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/santana-not-great-but-gets-5th-win-for-mets.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Randy Johnson's pursuit of 300 wins will take a little longer.Johnson dug himself an early hole against New York and ace Johan Santana, and the potent Mets beat the San Francisco Giants 9-6 on Saturday.Carlos Beltran hit a pair of doubles and drove in thr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Delgado is waiting it out ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/delgado-is-waiting-it-out-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEW YORK ? Carlos Delgado is trying to remain positive. But there's a strong possibility the veteran first baseman will wind up on the disabled list because of his injured right hip, perhaps as soon as Friday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets to Frisco on a downer ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-to-frisco-on-a-downer-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEW YORK ? As Wednesday's game dragged into extra innings and the late afternoon, most of theMets were sitting at the back of the dugout. They most likely were trying to stay out of the hot sun that permeates their space by that time of the day.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[All quiet on the Beltran front]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/all-quiet-on-the-beltran-front.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SAN FRANCISCO ? Carlos Beltran became the firstMets player in 40 years to hit .400 through early May. He entered Thursday?s action hitting .370, and since joining theMets he is a two-time Silver Slugger, a three-time Gold Glove winner and a three-time All]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets put Delgado on DL with hip injury]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-put-delgado-on-dl-with-hip-injury.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets are down a key man in the heart of their batting order, and Carlos Delgado could be out for a prolonged period of time.The slugger was placed on the 15-day disabled list Saturday with an impingement of his right hip, and Mets manager Jer]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets put Delgado on DL with hip injury 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-put-delgado-on-dl-with-hip-injury-2874.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York Mets slugger Carlos Delgado has been placed on the disabled list with an impingement in his right hip.The move is retroactive to May 11, his last game. Delgado left the team before Saturday's game against the San Francisco Giants and was to be re]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2857.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LF Daniel Murphy should get playing time at first base during the Mets' current 10-game road trip, manager Jerry Manuel said. Murphy is a converted infielder learning to play the outfield, but his primary position was third base. Murphy has played in on]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2858.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Jeremy Reed made his first professional start at first base on Friday as Carlos Delgado's right hip inflammation continued to sideline him. Reed played first base at Long Beach State University but had manned the position in only one inning in the ma]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2859.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johan Santana opposes Randy Johnson on Saturday in AT&T Park as the Mets face the Giants in Game 3 of their series. And while the Big Unit aims for career win No. 299, one shy of a milestone, Santana said he has no thoughts about one day reaching that vic]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Another meltdown caps painful stretch]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/another-meltdown-caps-painful-stretch.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Did theGiants build their ballpark on an old burial ground? Are the spirits of the aggrieved finally deciding to go all Amityville on this franchise?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets-Giants Preview 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-giants-preview-2861.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Randy Johnson hopes to move a step closer to a milestone that may not be seen again for a very long time. To get there, however, he'll have to beat one of the best pitchers in the game.Johnson seeks his 299th victory Saturday as the San Francisco Giants t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 8, Giants 6]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-8-giants-6.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In any type of game on either coast, not much slows down the New York Mets these days.Not big injuries, not road trips, not opposing catchers, not early deficits - and definitely not San Francisco closer Brian Wilson, who has twice been trampled by the Me]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets rally to beat Giants]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-rally-to-beat-giants.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Gary Sheffield scored the go-ahead run on San Francisco closer Brian Wilson's throwing error in the ninth inning, and the New York Mets rallied from an early four-run deficit for an 8-6 victory over the Giants on Friday night.David Wright of the Mets had ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 6, Giants 6]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-6-giants-6.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Giants manager Bruce Bochy and Mets manager Jerry Manuel have been ejected about 10 minutes apart in the late innings of New York's game at San Francisco.Bochy was ejected after the seventh inning for arguing when Pablo Sandoval struck out on a pitch that]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[STOLEN AWAY ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/stolen-away-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SAN FRANCISCO (AP) David Wright hit a tiebreaking RBI single in the ninth inning and finished with four of New York's franchise-record seven stolen bases, leading the Mets to a 7-4 victory over theSanFranciscoGiants on Thursday night.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2848.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets opened a 10-game trip in San Francisco on Thursday night woefully short-handed thanks to three players being sidelined by injuries: first baseman Carlos Delgado, reliever J.J. Putz and shortstop Jose Reyes. Putz received an MRI and had an injecti]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2849.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B David Wright matched a franchise record with four steals while going 3-for-3 with two walks Thursday. The Mets set a franchise record with seven steals. --Pitching coach Dan Warthen's father-in-law, Victor Horwitz, became the oldest "balldude" in Gia]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2850.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Tim Redding is expected to be activated from the disabled list and take Monday's start at Dodger Stadium, the New York Daily News reported. Redding tossed seven innings in a rehab start Monday with Class AAA Buffalo. --RHP Nelson Figueroa joined the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets steal team-record 7 bases in win over Giants]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-steal-team-record-7-bases-in-win-over-giants.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[David Wright felt the circumstances were perfect for adding some finesse to New York's power game.Wright recorded four of the Mets' franchise-record seven stolen bases and hit a tiebreaking RBI single in the ninth inning in a 7-4 victory over the San Fran]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets-Giants Preview 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-giants-preview-2852.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[David Wright is playing a key role in helping the NL East-leading New York Mets withstand some key absences.The Mets third baseman looks to continue his hot hitting when he faces Tim Lincecum and the San Francisco Giants on Friday night.Wright is 11 for 2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 7, Giants 4]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-7-giants-4.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carlos Beltran figured it was better to be aggressive than wait around.Beltran turned his one-out, ninth-inning double into an easy tiebreaking run by stealing third, one of New York's franchise-record seven stolen bases, and the Mets beat the San Francis]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wright steals four bags as Mets top Giants]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/wright-steals-four-bags-as-mets-top-giants.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[David Wright hit a tiebreaking RBI single in the ninth inning and finished with four of New York's franchise-record seven stolen bases, leading the Mets to a 7-4 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Thursday night.Wright had three hits and drove in tw]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets facing injury concerns at the wrong time]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-facing-injury-concerns-at-the-wrong-time.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The latest news on Carlos Delgado's hip and J.J. Putz's arm could derail the Mets' road trip and maybe more, Bob Klapisch says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Putz has elbow inflammation; Delgado has bone spur]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/putz-has-elbow-inflammation-delgado-has-bone-spur.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets opened a 10-game trip Thursday without three key players due to injuries: shortstop Jose Reyes, reliever J.J. Putz and first baseman Carlos Delgado.Putz had a cortisone shot to alleviate inflammation in his right elbow, and the Mets are ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2839.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH: 1B Carlos Delgado (sore right hip) did not play May 11-13, and he could be headed for the disabled list if his hip doesn't improve by May 15. C Ramon Castro (right quadriceps tightness) left the May 9 game and sat out May 10-11. He appeared]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2840.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jon Niese lasted two turns in the rotation as the replacement for Oliver Perez. After allowing five runs on seven his and two walks in 4 2/3 innings Wednesday afternoon against the Braves, the rookie left-hander was optioned to Class AAA Buffalo. The Mets]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2841.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Pitching coach Dan Warthen's 90-year-old father-in-law, Victor Horwitz, will serve as a "balldude" during Thursday's Mets-Giants game in San Francisco. The Giants have a program in which senior citizens serve as ballboys down the foul lines. Horwitz wil]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gonzalez closes trip with second chance]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/gonzalez-closes-trip-with-second-chance.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEW YORK --- Eighteen hours after Mike Gonzalez gave up the tying run in the ninth inning of an agonizing 10-inning loss against the Mets, theBraves' closer was back on the mound in the 12th inning Wednesday afternoon, sent to protect a one-run lead.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Devil Wears Prado ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/the-devil-wears-prado-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 13, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets-Giants Preview 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-giants-preview-2844.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[John Maine can't be too critical of his recent results, but the New York Mets right-hander would like to make it to the seventh inning in his next outing.Maine tries to win his fourth straight start Thursday night as the Mets take on the San Francisco Gia]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Braves, Gonzalez hold off Mets in 12th]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/braves-gonzalez-hold-off-mets-in-12th.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After blowing a save chance about 19 hours earlier, Mike Gonzalez was determined."It happened last night. It wasn't going to happen again today," the Atlanta Braves reliever said. "We work too hard."Gonzalez held on - barely.After allowing Jose Reyes' lea]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ailing Delgado could go on disabled list]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/ailing-delgado-could-go-on-disabled-list.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carlos Delgado could be put on the disabled list by the New York Mets as soon as Friday because of his injured right hip.Delgado missed his third straight game Wednesday against Atlanta, and Mets manager Jerry Manuel said the team likely would make a deci]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Homerless shelter]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/homerless-shelter.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM, Calif. - Ask David Ortiz how often he thinks about the fact that he is without a homer in his last 133 at-bats, and the RedSox designated hitter doesn't lie.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2830.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Pitching coach Dan Warthen's 90-year-old father-in-law, Victor Horwitz, will serve as a "balldude" during Thursday's Mets-Giants game in San Francisco. The Giants have a program in which senior citizens serve as ballboys down the foul lines. Horwitz wil]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2831.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Carlos Delgado sat out a second consecutive game Tuesday, and manager Jerry Manuel said a decision about whether to place him on the disabled list with right hip inflammation likely will be made Friday in San Francisco. "He's still very uncomfortable]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2832.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carlos Delgado's nagging right hip has left Mets manager Jerry Manuel with a quandary. Namely, who's on first? Delgado could be headed to the disabled list with inflammation in the joint, which he labeled an impingement. In his absence the past two games,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walk lets it 'get away' in 10th]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/walk-lets-it-get-away-in-10th.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEW YORK --- TheBraves didn't give Jair Jurrjens much run support Tuesday night, as usual. But with a 3-0 lead after 7 1/2 innings, they thought they had scored enough.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hip may force Delgado to DL ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/hip-may-force-delgado-to-dl-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mets NOTEBOOK]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Abandoned ace]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/abandoned-ace.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johan Santana and Derek Lowe are neighbors who live three homes apart in Fort Myers, Fla., during the offseason. They could have been teammates, too, if theMets anteed up.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Braves-Mets Preview 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/braves-mets-preview-2836.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carlos Beltran's outstanding play is certainly a key reason the New York Mets have been able to withstand the loss of slugger Carlos Delgado.After helping the Mets rally for a victory, Beltran will try to help them win for the ninth time in 10 games on We]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 4, Braves 3(10)]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-4-braves-3-10-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mets manager Jerry Manuel and GM Omar Minaya have both said they want to see more fight out of their team this year.They got it Tuesday night.Carlos Beltran drew a bases-loaded walk from Jeff Bennett with two outs in the 10th inning and New York rallied t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pepsi Refresh Pre-Game: Mets vs. Braves - Game Two ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/pepsi-refresh-pre-game-mets-vs-braves-game-two-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 12, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[National holiday for S.F.]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/national-holiday-for-s-f-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 05:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Playing the Nationals is good times.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-05-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2822.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 05:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Tim Redding pronounced himself ready to be activated after limiting Class AAA Norfolk to three runs on seven hits in a 97-pitch outing for Buffalo on Monday. Redding opened the season on the disabled list with a rotator cuff strain. "I just want to ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-05-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2823.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 05:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Jeremy Reed, who had started only one other time this season, was in Monday's lineup in right field. He should be in the lineup again Tuesday, manager Jerry Manuel said. Manuel wants to try to get Reed activity so he can evaluate the former Mariner, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-05-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2824.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 05:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carlos Delgado acknowledged that he may be forced to the disabled list later this week if his right hip inflammation doesn't calm down quickly. Delgado, who was replaced at first base Monday against the Braves by Fernando Tatis, missed five starts two wee]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lowe beats Santana as Braves end Mets' streak at 7]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/lowe-beats-santana-as-braves-end-mets-streak-at-7.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 05:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johan Santana would be just about unbeatable if he got any help from his teammates.Derek Lowe outlasted Santana in a matchup of NL East aces, pitching the Atlanta Braves to an 8-3 victory Monday night that ended the New York Mets' seven-game winning strea]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-05-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/-2826.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 05:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEW YORK --- Chipper Jones' sore right elbow kept him out of the lineup for theBraves' series opener against the Mets on Monday night. He was available to pinch-hit and hoped to be back at third base tonight.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Braves-Mets Preview 2009-05-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/braves-mets-preview-2827.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 05:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Once again, the New York Mets failed to provide much offensive support for Johan Santana in their last game.That means they'll probably bounce back with plenty of runs for Mike Pelfrey - one of the most unlikely undefeated pitchers in baseball.The Mets lo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here's how easy it would be to replace Big Papi]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/here-s-how-easy-it-would-be-to-replace-big-papi.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 05:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although his arctic start won't cause the Red Sox to panic, replacing David Ortiz would be easier than you think, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates work on limiting base stealers ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/pirates-work-on-limiting-base-stealers-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 05:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEW YORK ? ThePirates this season are paying closer attention to opposing baserunners.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-05-11]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2812.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 05:35:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Since Oliver Perez was knocked out in third inning on May 2 in Philadelphia and the Mets lost to fall three games under .500, they have rattled off seven straight wins. There is no secret why: The Mets finally are receiving solid starting pitching. During]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-05-11]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2813.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 05:35:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF Carlos Beltran's homer off Pittsburgh's Paul Maholm on Saturday was the 123rd longball in Beltran's five seasons as a Met. The homer moved Beltran past Kevin McReynolds for seventh place on the franchise's all-time list. Todd Hundley is sixth with 12]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-05-11]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2814.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 05:35:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Ramon Castro did not start Sunday, one day after leaving a game against Pittsburgh after six innings with a tight right quadriceps muscle. Castro described the trouble as cramps and labeled himself day-to-day. "I don't think it's bad," bench coach San]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates throttled by Mets ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/pirates-throttled-by-mets-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 05:35:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEW YORK ? ThePirates could not hold an early two-run lead today and were throttled, 8-4, by the New York Mets.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Different Streaks ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/different-streaks-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 05:35:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 10, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[PostGame: Mets 8, Pirates 4 ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/postgame-mets-8-pirates-4-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 05:35:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 10, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Different Streaks  2009-05-11]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/different-streaks--2818.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 05:35:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 10, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[PostGame: Mets 8, Pirates 4  2009-05-11]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/postgame-mets-8-pirates-4--2819.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 05:35:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 10, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Braves-Mets Preview 2009-05-10]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/braves-mets-preview-2820.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 05:35:30 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets have baseball's second-highest payroll at nearly $136 million, and after a mediocre start, they're starting to live up to some of those expensive contracts.Johan Santana's value, meanwhile, has never been in doubt.The Mets' $137 million ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets slam past Maholm, Pirates ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-slam-past-maholm-pirates-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 05:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEW YORK ? Even when Paul Maholm yielded five runs in the fourth inning Saturday,Pirates manager John Russell did not take him out of the game.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 10, Pirates 1]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-10-pirates-1.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 05:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As he walked into the postgame interview room, Sandy Alomar Sr. shouted out a request for the media to take it easy on him. He followed that up with a hearty laugh, knowing it would be difficult to grill him.The New York Mets had just completed what might]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[First Ten ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/first-ten-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 05:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 9, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/-2806.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 05:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[??? Home attendance]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates-Mets Preview 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/pirates-mets-preview-2807.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 05:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets are quickly putting a very disappointing start behind them.The new NL East leaders seek a seventh straight victory and Livan Hernandez goes for the 150th of his career Sunday at Citi Field, looking to deal the Pittsburgh Pirates an eight]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets' Castro leaves game with tight quad]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-castro-leaves-game-with-tight-quad.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 05:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mets catcher Ramon Castro left Saturday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates because of a tight right quadriceps.Acting manager Sandy Alomar Sr. said the injury was not serious and that Castro is ready to play.Castro struck out swinging in the sixth inni]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pepsi Refresh Pre-Game: Mets vs. Pirates - Game Two ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/pepsi-refresh-pre-game-mets-vs-pirates-game-two-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 05:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 9, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[With Manuel out, Mets clobber Pirates]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/with-manuel-out-mets-clobber-pirates.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 05:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jose Reyes capped a five-run fourth with a two-run single, John Maine allowed three hits in six effective innings and the New York Mets beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 10-1 Saturday for their sixth straight win.Carlos Beltran hit a long home run, David Wright]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets manager Manuel suspended 1 game, fined]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-manager-manuel-suspended-1-game-fined.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 05:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mets manager Jerry Manuel was suspended one game and fined for making contact with an umpire during an argument in a game on Thursday night.Major League Baseball banned Manuel on Saturday, and he was to sit out the afternoon game when the Mets host the Pi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates-Mets Preview 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/pirates-mets-preview-2794.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 05:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York Mets manager Jerry Manuel is set to rest a couple of his left-handed hitters. Carlos Delgado, though, is probably one lefty slugger he's not in any hurry to sit.With Delgado heating up, the Mets look to extend a season-high five-game winning stre]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scouting the Mets ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/scouting-the-mets-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 05:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pirates vs. New York Mets]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Russell keeps promise to play reserves ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/russell-keeps-promise-to-play-reserves-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 05:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[?Pirates manager John Russell was serious when he promised to play more reserves during the current road trip. How about five in one game? Delwyn Young, Craig Monroe, Eric Hinske, Robinzon Diaz and Brian Bixler started Thursday at Busch Stadium. The makes]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates react to Manny Ramirez suspension ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/pirates-react-to-manny-ramirez-suspension-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 05:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ST. LOUIS -- Reactions to Los Angeles Dodgers star Manny Ramirez's 50-game suspension drew wide-ranging responses from within thePirates clubhouse at Busch Stadium.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets beat Bucs, 7-3 ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-beat-bucs-7-3-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 05:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEW YORK -- Carlos Beltran's RBI single and Carlos Delgado's three-run homer ignited a five-run eighth inning Friday, boosting the New York Mets to a 7-3 victory over thePirates.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Delgado has a blast as Mets down Pirates]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/delgado-has-a-blast-as-mets-down-pirates.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 05:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carlos Delgado's eyes lit up. Yes, it's nice to see all those baserunners. Passing Mickey Mantle, well, that's pretty cool, too.Delgado hit a three-run homer in a five-run eighth inning and finished with five RBIs, moving past Mantle on the career list an]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Friday's notebook ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/friday-s-notebook-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 05:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 8, 2009 (Morning Call delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pepsi Refresh Pre-Game: Mets vs. Pirates - Game One ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/pepsi-refresh-pre-game-mets-vs-pirates-game-one-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 05:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 8, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pepsi Refresh Pre-Game: Mets vs. Pirates - Game One  2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/pepsi-refresh-pre-game-mets-vs-pirates-game-one--2802.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 05:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 8, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-05-08]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2785.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--SS Jose Reyes had six consecutive hitless games against the Phillies, during which he was 0-for-26, before snapping that drought with a second-inning homer Thursday against Philadelphia's Jamie Moyer. The slumping Reyes entered the game with a .248 seas]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-05-08]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2786.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Manager Jerry Manuel was ejected Thursday for the first time this season. Manuel was objecting to obstruction called on SS Jose Reyes during a rundown involving Shane Victorino in the eighth inning. --CF Carlos Beltran had 57 career at-bats against Jami]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-05-08]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2787.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rookie pitcher Jon Niese will make his season debut with the Mets in Friday's series opener against Pittsburgh. Niese, who limited Louisville to one run and three hits in six innings in his most recent start for Class AAA Buffalo, had a 6.55 ERA in the In]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets hit 3 homers, beat Phillies for 2-game sweep]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-hit-3-homers-beat-phillies-for-2-game-sweep.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[David Wright has found his stroke, Francisco Rodriguez is saving games and the New York Mets are feeling much better after four straight wins over NL East foes.Carlos Beltran and Wright each hit a two-run homer in the first inning, and New York beat the P]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The defense rests]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/the-defense-rests.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Last weekPhillies starter Chan Ho Park looked like a pitcher destined for the bullpen.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beltran powers Mets to sweep of Phillies]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/beltran-powers-mets-to-sweep-of-phillies.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carlos Beltran and the New York Mets made Mike Pelfrey's job easy with a sudden power surge at expansive Citi Field.Beltran and David Wright each hit a two-run homer in the first inning, and New York beat the Philadelphia Phillies 7-5 on Thursday night fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates-Mets Preview 2009-05-08]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/pirates-mets-preview-2791.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets have gotten outstanding starting pitching during their longest winning streak of the season. Now it's up to 22-year-old Jonathon Niese to continue that momentum.Winners of four straight, the Mets send Niese to the mound to face the Pitts]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gameday Live 27: Mets vs. Phillies ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/gameday-live-27-mets-vs-phillies-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 7, 2009 (Newsday delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Column: Thrifty Mets missed Manny "Manny Being Banny" Ramirez ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/column-thrifty-mets-missed-manny-manny-being-banny-ramirez-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 7, 2009 (amNewYork delivered byNewstex) -- LosAngelesDodgers outfielder Manny Ramirez was suspended on Thursday for 50 games by Major League Baseball, the result of a positive test for performance-enhancing drugs. (Getty Images)]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-05-07]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2776.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 05:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tim Redding is closing in on joining the Mets. The 31-year-old right-hander, who opened the season on the disabled list with a strained rotator cuff, limited Class AAA Lehigh Valley to one run on six hits while walking one and striking out five in a six-i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-05-07]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2777.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 05:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Johan Santana's 0.91 ERA is the third lowest in franchise history through the first six starts of the season. David Cone had a 0.76 ERA in 1988, and Nolan Ryan had a 0.77 ERA in 1971. --RHP Francisco Rodriguez received his Rolaids AL Relief Man of t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-05-07]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2778.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 05:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Oliver Perez was placed on the disabled list after Wednesday's game. Two days earlier, GM Omar Minaya had announced that Perez was headed to the bullpen after being yanked from the rotation with a 9.97 ERA. Perez underwent an MRI on Wednesday, and M]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies' Park loses pitching duel ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/phillies-park-loses-pitching-duel-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 05:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEW YORK - When Chan Ho Park was pitching for the fifth spot in thePhillies' starting rotation this March, he was focused, aggressive, and dominant.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets' new park a challenge for Phils ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-new-park-a-challenge-for-phils-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 05:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEW YORK - The first thing Shane Victorino did when thePhillies walked into the New York Mets' new $900 million digs for the first time yesterday was take a peek at the outfield.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Injured psyche]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/injured-psyche.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 05:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[They have a left fielder hitting .171 but turning down rehab assignments, a Japanese pitcher who looks out of his league, a catcher who can't see, a legend who can't throw and a rookie starter who's on pace for more than 200 strikeouts, which would be gre]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chipper remains confident of glove]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/chipper-remains-confident-of-glove.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 05:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MIAMI --- Chipper Jones entered Wednesday's game having made four errors this season to lead all National League third basemen. Three led to decisive runs inBraves losses. It happened twice on the recent homestand --- Saturday against the Astros and Tuesd]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[There's life in the old team yet]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/there-s-life-in-the-old-team-yet.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 05:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mets 6]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A turnaround at Turner]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/a-turnaround-at-turner.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 05:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mets 4]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-05-06]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2767.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Oliver Perez was stationed in the bullpen Tuesday in Atlanta, after his 9.97 ERA and 21 walks in 21 2/3 innings cost him his spot in the rotation. But the left-hander, who is in the first season of a three-year, $36 million deal, said his troubles pale in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-05-06]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2768.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Johan Santana was selected the NL Pitcher of the Month for April after going 3-1 with a league-best 1.10 ERA. Santana could have been 5-0, but a dropped flyball by LF Daniel Murphy led to two unearned runs in a 2-1 loss to the Marlins during the sea]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-05-06]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2769.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Oliver Perez losing his hold on a spot in the rotation has created an unexpected opportunity for pitchers looking to fill that role. 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Not only was Utley present during the first month of the season, but he excelled, batting .346 with eigh]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rally in ninth one run short]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/rally-in-ninth-one-run-short.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It was an unlikely but ultimately unsatisfying end to anotherBraves loss and a forgettable homestand.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies-Mets Preview 2009-05-06]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/phillies-mets-preview-2772.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets can't afford to waste strong outings by Johan Santana, especially against the NL East-leading Philadelphia Phillies.They'll try to avoid doing that for a second consecutive start from the left-hander Wednesday night when they face the Ph]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hernandez helps Mets complete sweep of Braves]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/hernandez-helps-mets-complete-sweep-of-braves.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One out away from a routine ninth inning and comfortable win, the New York Mets made their manager suffer a bit."I was struggling. I probably aged two more years, got five or six more gray hairs," Manuel said after the Mets held off the Braves 4-3 on Tues]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pepsi Refresh Pre-Game: Mets @ Braves - Game Two ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/pepsi-refresh-pre-game-mets-braves-game-two-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 5, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[WILD OLLIE WALKS TOWARD DEMOTION]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/wild-ollie-walks-toward-demotion.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[10 INNINGS]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-05-05]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2758.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Oliver Perez losing his hold on a spot in the rotation has created an unexpected opportunity for pitchers looking to fill that role. 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The struggling Perez was sent to the bullpen Monday by general manager Omar Minaya and manager Jerry Manuel after failing to complete the third ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York 'pen avoids bloodshed in 1st showdown ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-pen-avoids-bloodshed-in-1st-showdown-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The major roadways leading in and out of Philadelphia early Friday night resembled shopping mall parking lots at Christmas.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Late magic works again for Phils]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/late-magic-works-again-for-phils.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Shane Victorino went to the plate wanting to swing. He had already extended his hitting streak to 12 games. He had ripped three balls in his first five trips to the plate.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beltran turns up power at Turner ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/beltran-turns-up-power-at-turner-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chipper Jones named his third son "Shea" for dad's fondness of the New York Mets' old ballpark, where theBraves third baseman did so much slugging.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[11 hits, but 11 left on costly]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/11-hits-but-11-left-on-costly.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[More than a month into the season, theBraves are still fumbling around, trying to put the pieces together.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets' win over Phils is walk in the Park]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-win-over-phils-is-walk-in-the-park.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ThePhillies should file a missing person's report and have it read -- Lost. South Korean pitcher, 6-foot-2, 212 pounds.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets-Braves Preview 2009-05-05]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-braves-preview-2766.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carlos Beltran is in the midst of one of the best stretches of his career, but maybe now he's really getting hot.Coming off his 26th multihomer game, Beltran looks to notch his longest hitting streak in the majors Tuesday night and lift the visiting New Y]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-05-04]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2749.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Oliver Perez's miserable start Saturday against the Phillies appears to have cost him a spot in the rotation. Manager Jerry Manuel said Perez would be available for bullpen work early in the week. Team officials said it's unresolved whether Perez (1-2, 9.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-05-04]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2750.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Ken Takahashi became the third player since World War II to make his major-league debut after his 40th birthday, when he tossed 2 2/3 scoreless innings Saturday against the Phillies. Takahashi, 40, spent the majority of his career in Japan with the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-05-04]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2751.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Oliver Perez losing his hold on a spot in the rotation has created an unexpected opportunity for pitchers looking to fill that role. While LHP Ken Takahashi, a 40-year-old rookie from Japan, is one possibility to take Perez's turn Friday against the Pirat]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Series preview: Mets ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/series-preview-mets-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When; where: 7:10 p.m. today and Tuesday; Turner Field.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASTROS 7, BRAVES 5 ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/astros-7-braves-5-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[More than a month into the season, theBraves are still fumbling around, trying to put the pieces together.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sunday reading: Alex Rodriguez and Oliver Perez ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/sunday-reading-alex-rodriguez-and-oliver-perez-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 3, 2009 (Newsday delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets-Braves Preview 2009-05-04]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-braves-preview-2755.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets ended the Atlanta Braves' run of 14 straight NL East titles in 2006, and the Mets nearly won the division each of the last two years.Heading into their first meeting of 2009, though, neither team looks capable of rising to the top of the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets mull what to do with Perez]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-mull-what-to-do-with-perez.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Phillies 6]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[News: Perez could be Bumped from Rotation ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/news-perez-could-be-bumped-from-rotation-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 3, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets-Phillies Preview 2009-05-03]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-phillies-preview-2740.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[John Maine's first three outings were like many of the starts from the New York Mets' rotation this season - short and ineffective - but he showed a big improvement in his last trip to the mound.It'll be hard for him to look any better than he has against]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Post-Game: Phillies 6 Mets 5 ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/post-game-phillies-6-mets-5-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 3, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MLB announces Manuel fined for "pace of game" violation ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mlb-announces-manuel-fined-for-pace-of-game-violation-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 2, 2009 (Newsday delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Post-Game: Phillies 6 Mets 5  2009-05-03]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/post-game-phillies-6-mets-5--2743.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 3, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies 6, Mets 5(10)]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/phillies-6-mets-5-10-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Shane Victorino isn't known for his plate discipline. Even he couldn't swing when Sean Green lost his control.Victorino's bases-loaded walk off Green with two outs in the 10th inning lifted the Philadelphia Phillies to a 6-5 victory over the New York Mets]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phils even Mets series on Victorino's walk in 10th]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/phils-even-mets-series-on-victorino-s-walk-in-10th.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Shane Victorino's bases-loaded walk off Sean Green with two outs in the 10th inning lifted the Philadelphia Phillies to a 6-5 victory over the New York Mets on Saturday.Green (0-2) retired the first batter he faced before Pedro Feliz reached on an infield]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Today's lineup -- minus Delgado ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/today-s-lineup-minus-delgado-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 2, 2009 (Newsday delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pepsi Refresh Pre-Game: Mets @ Phillies - Game Two ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/pepsi-refresh-pre-game-mets-phillies-game-two-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 2, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manuel fined for "icing" Lindstrom ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/manuel-fined-for-icing-lindstrom-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 2, 2009 (Newsday delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murphy, Pelfrey lead Mets to 7-4 win over Phillies]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/murphy-pelfrey-lead-mets-to-7-4-win-over-phillies.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets had an edge - on the scoreboard, where it matters most.Daniel Murphy hit a two-run homer, Mike Pelfrey pitched 5 1-3 effective innings and the Mets beat the Philadelphia Phillies 7-4 on Friday night in the first meeting between the two r]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2732.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' pitching staff had a series of shakeups during the past week. It began with RHP Nelson Figueroa being designated for assignment after allowing three runs in six innings against the Brewers in a spot start. Figueroa then declared free agency, alt]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2733.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[General manager Omar Minaya found himself backtracking before Friday's game, hours after an online report quoted Minaya questioning the Mets' "edge." Minaya had reflected what many fans feel about the team in his original comments. "We have good guys, sol]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2734.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Class AAA Buffalo, in its first year of a player-development agreement with the Mets, dropped to 2-17 in the International League with a loss in the first game of a doubleheader Friday against Louisville. Game 2 mercifully was rained out. The Bisons hav]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets-Phillies Preview 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-phillies-preview-2735.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Oliver Perez is scheduled to take the mound for the New York Mets against the Philadelphia Phillies in his next two starts. If he doesn't show some signs of improvement in his first one, however, the second may never come.The unpredictable Perez will esse]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pepsi Refresh Pre-Game: Mets @ Phillies - Game One ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/pepsi-refresh-pre-game-mets-phillies-game-one-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 1, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pepsi Refresh Pre-Game: Mets @ Phillies - Game One  2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/pepsi-refresh-pre-game-mets-phillies-game-one--2737.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 1, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albee's All-April All-Star teams ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/albee-s-all-april-all-star-teams-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 1, 2009 (Marin Independent Journal delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[eMailbag: Break Up the Core ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/emailbag-break-up-the-core-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 1, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2722.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 05:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' pitching staff had a series of shakeups during the past week. It began with RHP Nelson Figueroa being designated for assignment after allowing three runs in six innings against the Brewers in a spot start. Figueroa then declared free agency, alt]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2723.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 05:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The reeling Mets head into Philadelphia three games below .500. They'll find no sympathy at Citizens Bank Park this weekend in the teams' first matchup since the Phillies won the World Series. Philadelphia overcame a 3 1/2-game deficit in the NL East with]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2724.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 05:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Marlins plan to complain to Major League Baseball about the Mets' delay before sending PH Omir Santos to the plate with two outs in the ninth inning and the bases loaded Wednesday, Florida manager Fredi Gonzalez said Thursday. Mets manager Jerry Man]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Interview: Me on WHEN 620, and NY Baseball Today ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/interview-me-on-when-620-and-ny-baseball-today-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 05:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 30, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets' bullpen lets down Santana ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-bullpen-lets-down-santana-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 05:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEW YORK -- Their starting pitching is so erratic, their offense so inconsistent that it feels like theNewYorkMets have to win almost every time Johan Santana pitches.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ML Screen Printing posts SILL victoryYOUTH BASEBALL ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/ml-screen-printing-posts-sill-victoryyouth-baseball-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 05:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[John Pomarico singled in the winning run in the bottom of the eighth inning to push Major League Screen Printing by B&A Jewelers 3-2 in a Staten Island LL Major contest. Shortstop Andrew Maniscalco shined defensively.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aching Castillo, Delgado plan to return tomorrow ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/aching-castillo-delgado-plan-to-return-tomorrow-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 05:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mets NOTEBOOK NEW YORK DAILY NEW YORK - Luis Castillo navigated the clubhouse gingerly, clutching his ailing back with his right arm. But the second baseman reiterated that he hoped to return to the lineup tomorrow in Philadelphia, after a team day off to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Catcher snubbed after bullpen flops ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/catcher-snubbed-after-bullpen-flops-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 05:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marlins 4]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stats: 0-7, 173 LOB, Underachieving Baseball ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/stats-0-7-173-lob-underachieving-baseball-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 05:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 30, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fading Rays routed by Twins]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/fading-rays-routed-by-twins.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROUNDUP]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2714.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Citi Field, with its spacious gaps, has proven to be a paradise for triples. The Mets have a big-league-high 11 triples after SS Jose Reyes and OF Jeremy Reed produced three-baggers Wednesday. --LHP Casey Fossum opted for free agency rather than report ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2715.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' pitching staff had a series of shakeups during the past week. It began with RHP Nelson Figueroa being designated for assignment after allowing three runs in six innings against the Brewers in a spot start. Figueroa then declared free agency, alt]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2716.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The face of the franchise is in the biggest rut of his major league career and hearing jeers from the home fans. 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The streakyMarlins are back on a roll. Well, a miniature one, anyway. On Wednesday, one day after snapping a 7-game losing streak, they won their second straight with a 4-3 victory over the New]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Post Game: Marlins 4 Mets 3 ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/post-game-marlins-4-mets-3-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 29, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-04-29]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2704.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--A day after Jets first-round pick Mark Sanchez threw out the ceremonial first pitch, his new coach attended the Mets-Marlins game. Jets head coach Rex Ryan, who attended Mets games at Shea Stadium as a youth with his father, Buddy, watched the Mets lose]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-04-29]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2705.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' pitching staff had a series of shakeups during the past week. It began with RHP Nelson Figueroa being designated for assignment after allowing three runs in six innings against the Brewers in a spot start. Figueroa then declared free agency, alt]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-04-29]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2706.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While it was natural to focus on the bullpen Tuesday night after reliever Sean Green surrendered four runs in the seventh inning and the Mets lost 7-4 to the Marlins, manager Jerry Manuel had a bigger disappointment. Manuel instead faulted his hitters for]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pepsi Refresh Pre-Game: Mets vs. Marlins - Game Two ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/pepsi-refresh-pre-game-mets-vs-marlins-game-two-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 28, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[American League standings ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/american-league-standings-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[American League standings]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[More on Maddux and Pedro ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/more-on-maddux-and-pedro-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 28, 2009 (Kansas City Star delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins-Mets Preview 2009-04-29]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/marlins-mets-preview-2710.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets' starting pitching has been an adventure this season, and manager Jerry Manuel is already hinting about making changes to his rotation.Fortunately for Manuel, there's still one starter he knows he can count on.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins 7, Mets 4]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/marlins-7-mets-4.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In a season already full of huge swings for the Florida Marlins, Jorge Cantu delivered two of the biggest Tuesday night.Cantu homered twice and drove in five runs and the Marlins ended one of the wilder rides in baseball history, beating the New York Mets]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cantu's 2 HRs help snap Marlins' losing streak]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/cantu-s-2-hrs-help-snap-marlins-losing-streak.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jorge Cantu homered twice and drove in five runs and the Florida Marlins ended one of the wilder rides in baseball history, beating the New York Mets 7-4 Tuesday night to snap a seven-game losing streak.The Marlins' skid started immediately after they'd w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2695.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' pitching staff had a series of shakeups during the past week. It began with RHP Nelson Figueroa being designated for assignment after allowing three runs in six innings against the Brewers in a spot start. Figueroa then declared free agency, alt]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2696.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Omir Santos' days on the major league roster may be numbered. But the catcher, who turns 28 on Wednesday, is making the most of his experience while Brian Schneider is on the disabled list with a muscle strain in his back. Santos produced his first four c]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2697.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B David Wright tried changing his luck by getting a crew cut. Wright, who was hitting .200 with runners in scoring position this season, then had an RBI single and a triple in the Mets' 7-1 win against the Nationals on Monday. "I'm more aerodynamic," W]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins-Mets Preview 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/marlins-mets-preview-2698.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There was a time, quite recently, when it seemed like the Florida Marlins couldn't lose. Now, the Marlins just wish they could remember what it felt like.After winning 11 of their first 12 games the Marlins have lost seven in a row, and Tuesday night at C]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Delgado misses game after hurting hip]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/delgado-misses-game-after-hurting-hip.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carlos Delgado sat out the New York Mets' 7-1 victory over Florida on Monday night, a day after hurting his right hip while sliding on a triple.Delgado said he felt sore after the triple and that he planned to see a doctor on Tuesday. He thought the injur]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Met arrival Santos hits slam in win]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-met-arrival-santos-hits-slam-in-win.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Omir Santos stood on the field conducting a postgame television interview, and J.J. Putz walked up and splattered his face with shaving cream.Welcome to the majors.Santos had just hit the first grand slam in Citi Field history for his first career RBIs, b]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NYBT: Comments, CC and Maine ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/nybt-comments-cc-and-maine-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 27, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Note: David Wrights Slow Start ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/note-david-wrights-slow-start-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 27, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Florida Marlins to make first appearance at Citi Field ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/florida-marlins-to-make-first-appearance-at-citi-field-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 27, 2009 (Sun Sentinel delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MLB clubs await thaw in relations with Cuba ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mlb-clubs-await-thaw-in-relations-with-cuba-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SAN DIEGO ? The angry stares Rene Gayo used to receive from Cuban Baseball coaches have begun to melt into smiles.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Post-game: Nationals 8, Mets 1 ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/post-game-nationals-8-mets-1-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 26, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Making The Call: Handle MSG Renovations With Care ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/making-the-call-handle-msg-renovations-with-care-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 26, 2009 (Gothamist delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins-Mets Preview 2009-04-26]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/marlins-mets-preview-2689.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Florida Marlins' only loss over their first 12 games was against the New York Mets. They're proving to be much more vulnerable than that stretch suggested.Now mired in their longest skid since 2007, the Marlins look to regroup against a struggling Met]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nats rookie P beats Mets for second win]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/nats-rookie-p-beats-mets-for-second-win.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite an inept start to the season, the Washington Nationals have a couple of reasons to get excited in Jordan Zimmermann and Jesus Flores.Zimmermann showed off the impressive combination of sharp stuff and steady composure that makes him one of basebal]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pepsi Refresh Pre-Game: Mets vs. Nationals - Game ThreeJo ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/pepsi-refresh-pre-game-mets-vs-nationals-game-threejo-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 26, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Today's lineup vs. Nationals ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/today-s-lineup-vs-nationals-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 26, 2009 (Newsday delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPEAK OUT &t]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/speak-out-t.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Much better job on Masters coverage]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards have a trio of All-Stars so far Pujols, Ludwick and Molina are off to best starts at their positions in the National Leagu]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/cards-have-a-trio-of-all-stars-so-far-pujols-ludwick-and-molina-are-off-to-best-starts-at-their-positions-in-the-national-league-at-this-point-in-this-season-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Inasmuch as Busch Stadium, the site for the 2009 All-Star Game, was the only major-league venue to have any ballots available for three days last week, it would stand to reason that severalCardinals would be leading in the early returns. But there are thr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Post-Game: Mets 8 Nationals 2 ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/post-game-mets-8-nationals-2-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 05:35:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 25, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Help Scoring ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/help-scoring-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 05:35:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 25, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets would be fine if they were all like Johan]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-would-be-fine-if-they-were-all-like-johan.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 05:35:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johan Santana is carrying his team every five days. But when he's not out there, the Mets leave a lot to be desired, Kevin Kernan says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nationals-Mets Preview 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/nationals-mets-preview-2680.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 05:35:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Washington's Jordan Zimmermann overcame a lengthy weather delay to make an impressive major league debut earlier this week. The Nationals' defense could be his biggest problem in his next start.Zimmermann hopes to help the error-plagued Nationals avoid a ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pelfrey gives Mets they need in win over Nats]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/pelfrey-gives-mets-they-need-in-win-over-nats.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 05:35:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets are still struggling to get big hits. Good thing for them it doesn't take very many to beat Washington.A pain-free Mike Pelfrey gave New York an effective start, Ryan Church drove in three runs and the Mets took advantage of sloppy play by the st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pepsi Refresh Pre-Game: Mets vs. Nationals - Game Two ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/pepsi-refresh-pre-game-mets-vs-nationals-game-two-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 05:35:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 25, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets, Lamb agree to minor league deal]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-lamb-agree-to-minor-league-deal.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 05:35:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Veteran infielder Mike Lamb and the New York Mets agreed to a minor league contract Saturday.Lamb will report to extended spring training in Port St. Lucie, Fla., before he is assigned to Triple-A Buffalo. He was released by Milwaukee on April 1 after hit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Post-Game: Mets 4 Nationals 3 ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/post-game-mets-4-nationals-3-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 05:35:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 25, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets security confiscates K cards ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-security-confiscates-k-cards-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 05:35:47 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 25, 2009 (Newsday delivered byNewstex) --This is not a good time for theMets to be alientaing their fans, but...]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2668.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Manager Jerry Manuel assigned Fernando Tatis to left field and Gary Sheffield to right field on Friday, when the Mets opposed a left-handed starter for the first time this season (Washington's Scott Olsen). Manuel reasoned that Sheffield is a better thr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2669.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets completed their first-ever home stand at Citi Field with a 3-3 record, after losing a series to the Padres, then taking two of three from the Brewers. Struggling with runners in scoring position was a particular issue for the Mets, but the most d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2670.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[On a four-game losing streak and with their starting pitching in disarray, the Mets desperately needed an ace-like performance from Johan Santana on Friday night. That's exactly what they got. Santana took a scoreless effort into the sixth inning, when he]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shapiro: Lee trade not even on radar ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/shapiro-lee-trade-not-even-on-radar-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Indians INSIDER]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manuel says Mets starting pitching must improve]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/manuel-says-mets-starting-pitching-must-improve.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mets manager Jerry Manuel isn't ready to toss any of his starting pitchers - just yet.With his team coming home on a four-game losing streak, Manuel warned that changes might be coming if his starters don't improve the next time through the rotation."It's]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nationals-Mets Preview 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/nationals-mets-preview-2673.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In his last start, Mike Pelfrey had a memorable yet very forgettable appearance at Citi Field. On Saturday afternoon, the right-hander looks for his first win at the New York Mets' new ballpark while keeping the Washington Nationals winless on the road.Pe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 4, Nationals 3 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-4-nationals-3-2674.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johan Santana has seen the New York Mets' offense, so he knows not to have high expectations when he takes the mound.He's not waiting for a high-scoring inning"I wonder when we're going to get a base hit, that's what I wonder," he said.Santana came up big]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Links: The ¿I Know What's Wrong With The Mets Edition ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/links-the-¿i-know-what-s-wrong-with-the-mets-edition-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 24, 2009 (UmpBump.com delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's never too early to panic! Or maybe it is ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/it-s-never-too-early-to-panic-or-maybe-it-is-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 24, 2009 (Newsday delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2659.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--When the Mets face Nationals LHP Scott Olsen on Friday, manager Jerry Manuel plans to start right-handed-hitting Gary Sheffield and Fernando Tatis in the corner outfield positions over left-handed-hitting Daniel Murphy and Ryan Church. "Flip a coin" abo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2660.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets completed their first-ever home stand at Citi Field with a 3-3 record, after losing a series to the Padres, then taking two of three from the Brewers. Struggling with runners in scoring position was a particular issue for the Mets, but the most d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2661.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johan Santana has been consistent atop the Mets rotation, allowing only one earned run in 19 2/3 innings. The rest of the starting pitchers? They have a collective 7.32 ERA. That led manager Jerry Manuel to suggest that changes are looming if things don't]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Post-Game: Cardinals 12 Mets 8 ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/post-game-cardinals-12-mets-8-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 23, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shakeup Works, Pitching Doesn't ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/shakeup-works-pitching-doesn-t-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 23, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Selig: Yanks, Mets can discuss ticket situation]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/selig-yanks-mets-can-discuss-ticket-situation.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Bud Selig has noticed those empty seats at the new ballparks in New York, too. Should the Yankees and Mets lower their tickets prices? The commissioner said that's up to them.Selig said Thursday the teams will discuss the ticket situation. The Yankees dec]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nationals-Mets Preview 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/nationals-mets-preview-2665.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets spent the offseason addressing a bullpen that was the main culprit of consecutive late-season collapses. Some attention to the rotation might be in order now.The Mets hope ace Johan Santana can help them snap a four-game losing streak Fr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 12, Mets 8]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/cardinals-12-mets-8.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols stroked line drives to all three fields. It was a bad omen for the New York Mets.Pujols homered twice and Kyle Lohse lasted just lone enough for another win after jamming his right knee as the St. Louis Cardinals completed a three-game sweep]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lifeless, uninspired, etc., etc. ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/lifeless-uninspired-etc-etc-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 23, 2009 (Newsday delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2650.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Freddy Garcia, who had been beaten out by Livan Hernandez for the fifth starter's job, made his debut with Class AAA Buffalo on Wednesday. Facing Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (Yankees), Garcia allowed three runs on five hits and three walks in Buffalo's 6-]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2651.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets completed their first-ever home stand at Citi Field with a 3-3 record, after losing a series to the Padres, then taking two of three from the Brewers. Struggling with runners in scoring position was a particular issue for the Mets, but the most d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2652.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Daniel Murphy's conversion to the outfield has been a work in progress. It's already cost the Mets a couple of games this season. Murphy's misplay of Brendan Ryan's liner Tuesday led to the tiebreaking run scoring in the eighth inning of the Mets' 6-4 los]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals handle Mets behind Pujols, Pineiro]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/cardinals-handle-mets-behind-pujols-pineiro.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joel Pineiro's strikeout count is way down. His victory count is way up.Pineiro carried a six-hitter into the ninth without striking out a batter, inducing a deluge of groundball outs in the St. Louis Cardinals' 5-2 victory over the New York Mets on Wedne]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets-Cardinals Preview 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-cardinals-preview-2654.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals received some solid pitching early to help them climb atop the NL Central, but lately their offense is really starting to click.The New York Mets can hardly say the same about their lineup.The Cardinals will look for their first th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals' Pineiro dominates Mets without strikeout]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/cardinals-pineiro-dominates-mets-without-strikeout.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pounding his new favorite pitch, the sinker, Joel Pineiro dominated the New York Mets without a single strikeout.Pineiro carried a six-hitter into the ninth inning and Albert Pujols had two hits and two RBIs in the St. Louis Cardinals' 5-2 victory Wednesd]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pepsi Refresh Pre-Game: Mets @ Cardinals - Game Two ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/pepsi-refresh-pre-game-mets-cardinals-game-two-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 22, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gameday Live 14: Mets at Cardinals ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/gameday-live-14-mets-at-cardinals-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 22, 2009 (Newsday delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Note: Where are the Gangstas? ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/note-where-are-the-gangstas-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 22, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-04-22]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2641.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right fielder Ryan Church apparently has staved off a challenge from Gary Sheffield for playing time. Manager Jerry Manuel said Tuesday that Church and left fielder Daniel Murphy will get the majority of the starts at the corner outfield positions in the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-04-22]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2642.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Padres filed a complaint with Major League Baseball over the visitors' bullpen at Citi Field, the Mets' new home, the New York Daily News reported. A Mets official acknowledged the view of the field is obstructed by the home bullpen and several fenc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-04-22]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2643.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets completed their first-ever home stand at Citi Field with a 3-3 record, after losing a series to the Padres, then taking two of three from the Brewers. Struggling with runners in scoring position was a particular issue for the Mets, but the most d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets-Cardinals Preview 2009-04-22]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-cardinals-preview-2644.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With Chris Carpenter out again for an extended period, the St. Louis Cardinals have needed the remainder of their rotation to step up early in the season. Joel Pineiro has done that despite not being completely happy with his results the last time he took]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 6, Mets 4]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/cardinals-6-mets-4.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ryan Franklin might be getting the hang of the closer role.Franklin, who had eight blown saves in 25 attempts last season, is perfect in three tries after pitching a scoreless ninth inning Tuesday night in the St. Louis Cardinals' 6-4 win over the New Yor]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NYBT: Ted & Graziano talks Mets-Cards, OPS, etc. ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/nybt-ted-graziano-talks-mets-cards-ops-etc-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 21, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ankiel, Cardinals rally to edge Mets]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/ankiel-cardinals-rally-to-edge-mets.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rick Ankiel hit a go-ahead RBI double after Daniel Murphy misplayed Brendan Ryan's liner to left field for a triple, and the St. Louis Cardinals rallied from four runs down to beat the New York Mets 6-4 Tuesday night.Albert Pujols had a two-run double, An]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madoff's Mets tickets sell for $38,100 on eBay]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/madoff-s-mets-tickets-sell-for-38-100-on-ebay.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Someone got a bargain with Bernard Madoff's Mets season tickets.The two seats in the Delta Club Gold section behind home plate auctioned for $38,100 Tuesday on eBay, well below the list price for the pair of about $56,000.The sale by lawyer Irving H. Pica]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets to keep Gooden signature - but move it]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-to-keep-gooden-signature-but-move-it.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets are keeping Dwight Gooden's signature - but moving it to another location and putting it under plexiglass.The star pitcher signed a wall in the Ebbets Club when he attended the April 13 opener at Citi Field, writing: "Doc Gooden/84 R.O.Y]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-04-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2632.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mets hero Dwight Gooden was beaming this weekend when his nephew Gary Sheffield became the 25th member of the 500-homer club on Friday in a Mets uniform. But he also is part of a minor controversy. Mets officials originally planned to expunge Gooden's sig]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-04-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2633.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Brian Schneider and wife Jordan welcomed their second child on Monday. Daughter Kalin Duncan Schneider weighed in at 6 pounds, 10 ounces in West Palm Beach, Fla., when she was born at 1:31 p.m. --The Mets are struggling with runners in scoring positio]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-04-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2634.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets completed their first-ever home stand at Citi Field with a 3-3 record, after losing a series to the Padres, then taking two of three from the Brewers. Struggling with runners in scoring position was a particular issue for the Mets, but the most d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nobody should be upset by Swisher's words]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/nobody-should-be-upset-by-swisher-s-words.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nick Swisher said something his former skipper didn't like, but Ken Rosenthal says Ozzie Guillen is just overreacting.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets sign Wily Mo Pena ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-sign-wily-mo-pena-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 20, 2009 (Newsday delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[News: Mets sign Wily Mo Pena ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/news-mets-sign-wily-mo-pena-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 20, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NYBT: Preview Mets-Cardinals, Yanks-As ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/nybt-preview-mets-cardinals-yanks-as-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 20, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wily Mo Pena Signs Minor League Deal With Mets ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/wily-mo-pena-signs-minor-league-deal-with-mets-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 20, 2009 (AOL Weblogs delivered byNewstex) --by Pat Lackey  One of my favorite ballplayers to watch in the past few years has always been Wily Mo Pena. I'm not exactly sure how he does it, but he's hit some of the longest home runs I can ever remembe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Toronto Blue Jays Rookie Ricky Romero Continues To Impress ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/toronto-blue-jays-rookie-ricky-romero-continues-to-impress-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 20, 2009 (Digital Journal delivered byNewstex) --Ricky Romero is so fine. He blows my mind. The kid, only three starts into his Major League Baseball career, is pitching like a veteran. He's got a bright future. Oakland A's left-fielder Jack Cust wou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ANGELS FYI]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/angels-fyi.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Struggling reliever Kevin Jepsen is experiencing more than growing pains. The rookie right-hander has had shooting pains in his lower back, the combination of tightness and spasms no doubt contributing to his rough trip.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scoring Problems ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/scoring-problems-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 19, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Post-Game: Brewers 4 Mets 2 ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/post-game-brewers-4-mets-2-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 19, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers reliever gets final 8 outs to beat Mets]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/brewers-reliever-gets-final-8-outs-to-beat-mets.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Todd Coffey served as his own setup man Sunday.The hard-throwing reliever got the final eight outs, escaping a pair of tough jams to preserve Milwaukee's 4-2 victory over the New York Mets.Mike Cameron homered against his former team to back an encouragin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pepsi Refresh Pre-Game: Mets vs Brewers - Game Three ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/pepsi-refresh-pre-game-mets-vs-brewers-game-three-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 19, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[METS 1, BREWERS 0  Close to the bone  Narrow losses eating at Brewers ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-1-brewers-0-close-to-the-bone-narrow-losses-eating-at-brewers-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York - TheMilwaukeeBrewers have forgotten how to win close games.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GAME REPORT  METS 1, BREWERS 0 ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/game-report-mets-1-brewers-0-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lurie: Major league pitching has been unseasonably cold so far this season ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/lurie-major-league-pitching-has-been-unseasonably-cold-so-far-this-season-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With two weeks of the 2009 Baseball season now concluded have we learned anything from the performance of the teams?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Win with One Run ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/how-to-win-with-one-run-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 18, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers-Mets Preview 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/brewers-mets-preview-2616.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although it's early in the season, the Milwaukee Brewers have been on the wrong end of some really tough losses already.The Brewers will try to avoid a three-game sweep by the New York Mets on Sunday afternoon when they close their series at Citi Field.Mi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gameday Live 11: Brewers at Mets ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/gameday-live-11-brewers-at-mets-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 18, 2009 (Newsday delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pepsi Refresh Pre-Game: Mets vs. Brewers - Game Two ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/pepsi-refresh-pre-game-mets-vs-brewers-game-two-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 18, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santana, 'pen combine to help Mets blank Brewers]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/santana-pen-combine-to-help-mets-blank-brewers.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johan Santana looked perfectly at home in a ballpark built with him in mind.He looked downright indignant when asked whether he planned to give up any runs this season."No," the two-time Cy Young Award winner replied, shrugging his shoulders.Santana breez]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTES  Hoffman headed for healthy return  Closer could be ready by end of road trip ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/notes-hoffman-headed-for-healthy-return-closer-could-be-ready-by-end-of-road-trip-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York - If all goes well, Trevor Hoffman could be closing games for theMilwaukeeBrewers before this three-city, nine-game trip is over.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GAME REPORT  METS 5, BREWERS 4 ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/game-report-mets-5-brewers-4-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[METS 5, BREWERS 4  A shot to the stomach  Castillo's two-out infield hit makes for bitter ending ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-5-brewers-4-a-shot-to-the-stomach-castillo-s-two-out-infield-hit-makes-for-bitter-ending-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York - When you're off to a slow start, this is the kind of loss that really stings.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Milano launches boutique store at Citi Field]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/milano-launches-boutique-store-at-citi-field.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Alyssa Milano just may be the baseball equivalent of Kentucky basketball superfan Ashley Judd.Milano is best known for her roles on the television series "Who's the Boss?" and "Charmed." She also has season tickets to her beloved Los Angeles Dodgers, rece]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2606.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Brian Schneider landed on the disabled list with a muscle strain in his back. The Mets promoted Omir Santos from Class AAA Buffalo to serve as Ramon Castro's backup behind the plate for two weeks. --RHP Mike Pelfrey is "doubtful" to make Sunday's star]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2607.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[RHP Tim Redding (rotator cuff strain) expects to face hitters for the first time this week and should be activated in early May. PLAYER NEWS: --3B David Wright has a 10-game hitting streak to open 2009. He owns the franchise record for longest hitting str]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2608.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Gary Sheffield's first hit in a Mets uniform was quite memorable. Sheffield, pinch-hitting in the seventh inning of Friday's game against the Brewers, belted his 500th career home run, becoming the 25th member to reach that exclusive plateau. The homer tr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sheffield hits 500th homer in Mets win]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/sheffield-hits-500th-homer-in-mets-win.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Gary Sheffield thought it was fitting that his 500th home run was a liner to left field.Sheffield unleashed one of his vicious swings to connect on a full-count pitch off Mitch Stetter in the seventh inning of the New York Mets' 5-4 victory over the Milwa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[RECOVERY PLAN]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/recovery-plan.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If Jeff Suppan is dwelling on his trying start to the season, theMilwaukeeBrewers' pitcher was doing a good job of hiding it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sheffield hits 500th home run]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/sheffield-hits-500th-home-run.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Gary Sheffield hit his 500th home run Friday night to became the 25th player in major league history to reach the milestone, belting a drive to left off Milwaukee's Mitch Stetter leading off the seventh inning.The nine-time All-Star hit a full-count pitch]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers-Mets Preview 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/brewers-mets-preview-2612.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Citi Field has only seen four regular-season games, but its early reputation as a pitcher's park hasn't exactly held true for the New York Mets.They're expecting it will when Johan Santana is on the hill.Santana has been nearly flawless in two road starts]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 5, Brewers 4]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-5-brewers-4.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Gary Sheffield crossed home plate and thrust his arms in the air after unleashing his 500th homer with another vicious swing, and then the surly slugger was humbled by the site of his new Mets teammates pouring out of the dugout.Sheffield was greeted with]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pepsi Refresh Pre-Game: Mets vs. Brewers - Game One ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/pepsi-refresh-pre-game-mets-vs-brewers-game-one-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 17, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2597.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Carlos Delgado slugged his 472nd career homer Thursday, against San Diego's Jake Peavy. The Mets could have two players reach the 500-homer plateau this season, with OF Gary Sheffield sitting at 499. The last player to reach No. 500 was Boston's Mann]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2598.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[RHP Tim Redding (rotator cuff strain) expects to face hitters for the first time this week and should be activated in early May. PLAYER NEWS: --RHP Nelson Figueroa was pulled after throwing two innings and 32 pitches for Class AAA Buffalo on Thursday, sig]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2599.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Willie Randolph, fired by general manager Omar Minaya last June, returns to Queens this weekend as the bench coach for the Milwaukee Brewers. Randolph is collecting $2.25 million from the Mets this season, in the final guaranteed year of his managerial de]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Despite Loss, Citi Field Opens to Mostly Rave Reviews ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/despite-loss-citi-field-opens-to-mostly-rave-reviews-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 14, 2009 (Gothamist delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madoff is a Mets fan ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/madoff-is-a-mets-fan-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 14, 2009 (Baltimore Sun delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Opinion: Citi Field will Play Big, for now ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/opinion-citi-field-will-play-big-for-now-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 14, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SNY gains large audience for Mets home opener ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/sny-gains-large-audience-for-mets-home-opener-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 14, 2009 (Times Union (Albany, New York) delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Opinion: Day 1 in Citi Field ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/opinion-day-1-in-citi-field-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 14, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers-Mets Preview]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/brewers-mets-preview.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No pitcher who logged at least 170 innings had a higher ERA than Livan Hernandez's last season, so when the New York Mets signed him to be their fifth starter, they weren't expecting much.After one start, they certainly can't complain.Hernandez will look ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nady's injury rocks Yanks' outfield]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/nady-s-injury-rocks-yanks-outfield.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Outfield was supposed to be an area of strength for the Yankees. Xavier Nady's injury makes it dangerously thin, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres-Mets Preview 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/padres-mets-preview-2589.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets earned their first win at their new home in their latest game. Leaving with their initial series victory at Citi Field could be considerably more difficult.Ace Jake Peavy will take the hill for the San Diego Padres on Thursday afternoon ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 7, Padres 2]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-7-padres-2.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One pitch at a time, Oliver Perez and the New York Mets started settling into their new home Wednesday night.Perez rebounded from a rough season debut and the Mets earned their first victory at Citi Field, beating the bumbling San Diego Padres 7-2 before ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets beat Padres for first win at Citi Field]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-beat-padres-for-first-win-at-citi-field.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One pitch at a time, Oliver Perez and the New York Mets started settling into their new home Wednesday night.Perez rebounded from a rough season debut and the Mets earned their first victory at Citi Field, beating the bumbling San Diego Padres 7-2 before ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets RHP Pelfrey (forearm) could miss start]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-rhp-pelfrey-forearm-could-miss-start.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Pelfrey has tendinitis in his pitching forearm that could cause the New York Mets right-hander to miss his next scheduled start.After struggling through his first two outings this season, Pelfrey had an MRI exam Tuesday. He still expects to pitch thi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets RHP Pelfrey (forearm) could miss start 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-rhp-pelfrey-forearm-could-miss-start-2593.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Pelfrey has tendinitis in his pitching forearm that could cause the New York Mets right-hander to miss his next scheduled start.After struggling through his first two outings this season, Pelfrey had an MRI exam Tuesday.Mets manager Jerry Manuel said]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[UNKNOWN FARM PRODUCTS WITH A SHOT ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/unknown-farm-products-with-a-shot-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[WHEN last season began, Mets fans knew little about Daniel Murphy, who would go on to hit .313 in 151 at-bats and open this year as the Amazin's starting left fielder. The same can be said of Nick Evans, who hit .257 in 50 games, and Jon Niese, who threw ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[METS LIVAN LARGE]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-livan-large.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mets8]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[LUIS LETS LOOSE VS. OLD TEAM ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/luis-lets-loose-vs-old-team-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MET NOTES]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2579.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 05:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Wayne Westerfield of Leonardo, N.J., caught the first homer in Citi Field history on Monday, the New York Daily News reported. Westerfield was in the right-field stands when San Diego's Jody Gerut took Mike Pelfrey deep on the game's third pitch. "It bo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2580.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 05:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[RHP Tim Redding (rotator cuff strain) expects to face hitters for the first time this week and should be activated in early May. PLAYER NEWS: --LHP Billy Wagner threw off a mound in Port St. Lucie, Fla., for the first time since undergoing Tommy John elbo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2581.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 05:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Luis Castillo opened the season in a 1-for-10 rut and already looked as if he might be losing his grip on the everyday second-base job with the Mets. Then he had an extra batting-practice session with hitting coach Howard Johnson and manager Jerry Manuel ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Short Stops ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/short-stops-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 05:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Litsch put onJays' 15-day DL]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cooper could be first manager fired]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/cooper-could-be-first-manager-fired.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 05:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Firing Cecil Cooper wouldn't be unreasonable, but it wouldn't turn the suspect Astros into contenders, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres-Mets Preview 2009-04-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/padres-mets-preview-2584.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 05:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mistakes played a key role in the New York Mets losing their first official game at Citi Field. They hope one of their most erratic pitchers can help them get their first win at their new $800 million stadium.Oliver Perez takes the mound at Citi Field for]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets fans don't have buyer's remorsePleasures of new ballpark spoiled by Amazin's miscues ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-fans-don-t-have-buyer-s-remorsepleasures-of-new-ballpark-spoiled-by-amazin-s-miscues-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 05:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Talk about not knowing when to leave well enough alone.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Citi Field great, Mets need workNew park is spectacular but team's effort last night was disappointing ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/citi-field-great-mets-need-worknew-park-is-spectacular-but-team-s-effort-last-night-was-disappointing-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 05:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It certainly was not the scriptMets management wrote over the last few days while they were slapping the final coats of paint on Citi Field.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Mets pitcher Burgos gets jail in assault]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/ex-mets-pitcher-burgos-gets-jail-in-assault.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 05:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Prosecutors say former New York Mets pitcher Ambiorix Burgos (am-bee-OR'-iks BUR'-gos) has been sentenced to 9 months in jail for throwing his girlfriend against a wall and pummeling her in a hotel near Shea Stadium.The 24-year-old reliever was sentenced ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-04-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2570.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Johan Santana missed the regular-season debut of Citi Field on Monday. The ace was in Fort Myers, Fla., where his wife was expected to give birth to the couple's third child, and first son, on Tuesday. --OF Gary Sheffield will make his first start a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-04-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2571.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Former closer Billy Wagner, recovering from Tommy John elbow surgery, could be on a mound this week at the team's complex in Port St. Lucie, Fla. RHP Tim Redding (rotator cuff strain) expects to face hitters for the first time this week and should be acti]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-04-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2572.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Commissioner Bud Selig attended the festivities. New York Gov. David Paterson, an avid Mets fan, did as well. But the home team couldn't score a victory in the first regular-season game in Citi Field history. After Hall of Famer Tom Seaver threw the cerem]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball elders teach lessons of the game]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/baseball-elders-teach-lessons-of-the-game.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Elvis Andrus can't decide on the most exciting moment of his offseason.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres 6, Mets 5]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/padres-6-mets-5.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets opened Citi Field with a vintage performance - vintage 1962 or '64.They gave up the first leadoff home run to open a major league ballpark, a third-pitch drive by Jody Gerut off Mike Pelfrey. Then in the second inning, Pelfrey toppled to the moun]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[THE NEW STADIUM EFFECT ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/the-new-stadium-effect-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After 2008 left New York void of a playoff team for the first time in 14 years, both the Mets andYankees will be looking to get off on the right foot when both break in their new stadiums this week.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[THE NEW STADIUM EFFECT  2009-04-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/the-new-stadium-effect--2576.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After 2008 left New York void of a playoff team for the first time in 14 years, both theMets and Yankees will be looking to get off on the right foot when both break in their new stadiums this week.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres 6, Mets 5 2009-04-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/padres-6-mets-5-2577.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The place looked gorgeous. The Mets looked lost.Jody Gerut christened Citi Field with a leadoff homer - the only time that's happened in major league history - and the San Diego Padres spoiled New York's first game in its glittering new ballpark with a 6-]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Disabled Mets fans decry stadium subway stop]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/disabled-mets-fans-decry-stadium-subway-stop.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Some disabled Mets fans have marked Opening Day at Citi Field with a pregame protest over the nearby subway station.They say the Mets-Willets Point station is not fully accessible for the disabled, despite a recent $15 million upgrade by New York City Tra]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-13]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/-2562.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 05:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marlins 2, Mets 1]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres-Mets Preview 2009-04-13]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/padres-mets-preview-2563.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 05:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Shea Stadium was the site of some wonderful moments in the history of the New York Mets and will be remembered fondly by many. The way their last two seasons ended, however, has the Mets focused on new beginnings.After calling Shea their home for the past]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets excited to open Citi Field on Monday night]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-excited-to-open-citi-field-on-monday-night.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 05:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[On his first visit to Citi Field, New York Mets pitcher Mike Pelfrey was happy to see the high outfield wall and 415-foot sign in deep right-center.He figures the spacious dimensions will look especially appealing when he stands on the mound Monday night ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins 2, Mets 1]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/marlins-2-mets-1.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 05:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Johnson lost his no-hit bid in the sixth inning, shortly after a heckling New York Mets fan made him laugh. Things became more serious when he lost his shutout with two outs in the ninth.But he was determined not to lose the game.Johnson persevered t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson outduels Santana as Marlins edge Mets]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/johnson-outduels-santana-as-marlins-edge-mets.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 05:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Johnson's dominant outing was just enough to beat Johan Santana.Johnson pitched a five-hitter for his second complete game in 45 career starts and the Florida Marlins scored two unearned runs to edge Santana and the Mets 2-1 Sunday, handing the New Y]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AROUND THE BASES ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/around-the-bases-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 05:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PLAYERS OF THE WEEK]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breaking down the best and worst in baseball]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/breaking-down-the-best-and-worst-in-baseball.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 05:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Need to know who's the best player in the game? Joel Sherman talked to scouts and execs to get the inside scoop on that and more.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels' response to Adenhart tragedy is inspiring]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/angels-response-to-adenhart-tragedy-is-inspiring.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 05:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nick Adenhart wasn't just a pitcher. He was a friend, somebody's child. The Angels want that remembered too, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets-Marlins Preview 2009-04-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-marlins-preview-2554.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's approaching 10 months since Johan Santana last lost a start. He's never lost one to the Florida Marlins.One day before the New York spotlight will be on Queens for the first regular-season game at Citi Field, the Mets' ace will try to shine against t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madoff's tickets bid to $3,300 on eBay]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/madoff-s-tickets-bid-to-3-300-on-ebay.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Bernard Madoff's seats at Citi Field are fetching quite a price.The two tickets for Monday night's ballpark opener owned by Bernard L. Madoff Investment Securities were bid up to $3,300 by 10:50 p.m. EDT Saturday on eBay.Seats 5-6 in the eighth row of sec]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 8, Marlins 4]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-8-marlins-4.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Livan Hernandez found a way to beat the Florida Marlins: by throwing curves slower than the team bus.Hernandez used his off-speed stuff to take a shutout into the seventh inning, helping the New York Mets hand the Marlins their first loss, 8-4 on Saturday]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hernandez, Mets deal Marlins first loss]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/hernandez-mets-deal-marlins-first-loss.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Livan Hernandez found a way to beat the Florida Marlins: by throwing curves slower than the team bus.Hernandez used his off-speed stuff to take a shutout into the seventh inning, helping the New York Mets hand the Marlins their first loss, 8-4 on Saturday]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tom Seaver to throw out first pitch at Citi Field]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/tom-seaver-to-throw-out-first-pitch-at-citi-field.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tom Seaver enjoyed many of his greatest moments on the mound at Shea Stadium. Now, he'll help the New York Mets christen Citi Field.The Hall of Fame right-hander is slated to throw out the ceremonial first pitch to former New York catcher Mike Piazza when]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[OF Anderson designated for assignment by Mets]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/of-anderson-designated-for-assignment-by-mets.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Utilityman Marlon Anderson has been designated for assignment by the New York Mets to make room on the roster for right-hander Livan Hernandez.Anderson has been in the majors since 1998. A pinch-hitting specialist for the Mets, he batted .210 in 87 games ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Masse returns as Thunder struggle ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/masse-returns-as-thunder-struggle-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[B-Mets 4 THUNDER 3 TRENTON - Bill Masse does not regret taking what turned out to be one-year jobs managing in New Hampshire and San Antonio since being terminated by the Yankees in 2006.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2561.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets had a quiet spring training, with a major league-high 16 players from the organization participating in the World Baseball Classic. After two consecutive September collapses, no division lead will be considered safe by their fans in 2009. But las]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Pair of Promising Rookies]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/a-pair-of-promising-rookies.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Citi Field Opening Day: April 13 vs. San Diego Capacity: 42,000 Median Ticket Price: $95]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2546.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets had a quiet spring training, with a major league-high 16 players from the organization participating in the World Baseball Classic. After two consecutive September collapses, no division lead will be considered safe by their fans in 2009. But las]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2547.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[John Maine didn't get a decision in Friday's 5-4 loss to the Marlins at Dolphin Stadium. He did get reassurance that his right shoulder is ready for the grind of a full season. Maine, who last appeared in a regular-season game last Aug. 23, before getting]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2548.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B David Wright has a fond, albeit recent, memory of Dolphin Stadium, where the Mets returned this weekend to face the Marlins. Wright delivered the game-winning hit at the stadium last month for Team USA in an elimination game against Puerto Rico in th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins 5, Mets 4]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/marlins-5-mets-4.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The scene keeps repeating in the first week of the season: Emilio Bonifacio sprinting around third base to score.His latest run gave the unbeaten Florida Marlins their latest win.Jorge Cantu singled with two out in the ninth to bring Bonifacio home from s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets-Marlins Preview 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-marlins-preview-2550.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Florida Marlins continue to get big performances from newcomer Emilio Bonifacio.Bonifacio looks for his fifth multihit effort in as many starts Saturday night when the Marlins try to remain the lone unbeaten team in the majors as they continue a three]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins rally past Mets to remain undefeated]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/marlins-rally-past-mets-to-remain-undefeated.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With the games getting closer, the Florida Marlins keep winning.Jorge Cantu singled with two out in the ninth to score Emilio Bonifacio, and the Marlins remained unbeaten through four games by defeating the New York Mets 5-4 on Friday night.The one-run ma]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York City's old ballparks fondly remembered]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-city-s-old-ballparks-fondly-remembered.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When the owners of the New York Yankees decided their team needed a new ballpark, they went out and built themselves a monument, an imposing structure in size and scope.That was in 1923.Eighty-six years later, they've done it again.At a cost of about $1.5]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madoff's tickets bid to $2,375 on eBay]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/madoff-s-tickets-bid-to-2-375-on-ebay.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Bernard Madoff is still making a market - at least his Citi Field seats are.The two tickets for Monday's Citi Field opener owned by Bernard L. Madoff Investment Securities were bid up to $2,375 by 11 p.m. EDT Friday on eBaySeats 5-6 in the eighth row in s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wieters, Price lead cavalcade of stars]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/wieters-price-lead-cavalcade-of-stars.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 05:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A year ago, it was outfielder Jay Bruce and third baseman Evan Longoria.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-04-10]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2537.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 05:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets had a quiet spring training, with a major league-high 16 players from the organization participating in the World Baseball Classic. After two consecutive September collapses, no division lead will be considered safe by their fans in 2009. But las]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-04-10]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2538.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 05:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Left-hander Billy Wagner is scheduled to arrive at the Mets' spring training complex Monday in Port St. Lucie, Fla., for a week of workouts monitored by club officials, a team spokesman said. Wagner, who underwent Tommy John surgery on Sept. 10, expects t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-04-10]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2539.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 05:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--UT Fernando Tatis could get a start at second base at some point this season, manager Jerry Manuel said. Tatis has played only two innings in the majors at second base, as an Oriole in 2006. "I've been playing a lot of second base -- not a lot in the bi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Read: Today in the NL East ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/read-today-in-the-nl-east-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 05:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 10, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered by Newstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Post-Game: Reds 8 Mets 6 ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/post-game-reds-8-mets-6-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 05:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 9, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered by Newstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Runs in the Third ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/runs-in-the-third-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 05:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 9, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered by Newstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thunder lose another opener Trenton blows lead, falls to B-Mets ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/thunder-lose-another-opener-trenton-blows-lead-falls-to-b-mets-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 05:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BINGHAMTON 5 THUNDER 3 TRENTON - The Thunder had not scored a run on opening day since 2006, but suffice it to ? things ended up working out rather nicely the past two seasons, with back-to-back Eastern League championships.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets, K-Rod navigate tightrope ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-k-rod-navigate-tightrope-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 05:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mets 9]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-04-09]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2527.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 05:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Gary Sheffield spent 20 minutes trying to get acclimated to right field Wednesday afternoon by working with coach Razor Shines at Great American Ball Park during early batting practice. He acknowledged he has more work to do. "I need time," said Sheffield]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-04-09]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2528.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 05:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Nick Evans, bumped from the opening-day roster by the late signing of Gary Sheffield, is expected to play first base, left field and right field at Class AAA Buffalo. "It's always a disappointment, anytime you get sent down," Evans said. "But it's a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-04-09]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2529.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 05:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets had a quiet spring training, with a major league-high 16 players from the organization participating in the World Baseball Classic. After two consecutive September collapses, no division lead will be considered safe by their fans in 2009. But las]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strictly legit: Madoff's tickets on sale on eBay]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/strictly-legit-madoff-s-tickets-on-sale-on-ebay.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 05:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For $1,710, you can put yourself in Bernard Madoff's place - his Citi Field seats, that is.The trustee overseeing the liquidation of Bernard L. Madoff Investment Securities put a pair of tickets for Monday's Citi Field opener on sale on eBay on Wednesday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets-Reds Preview 2009-04-09]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-reds-preview-2531.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 05:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The boos might still be ringing in Oliver Perez's ears, but he'll be miles away from New York Mets fans in his season debut.Looking to put an atrocious spring training start behind him, Perez will try to lead the Mets to their first sweep of the Cincinnat]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball today ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/baseball-today-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 05:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ANERICAN LEAGUE]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 9, Reds 7]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-9-reds-7.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 05:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The bases were loaded, the small crowd was on its feet screaming, and the New York Mets were getting a familiar, haunting feeling.For a few moments, it looked like 2008 all over again.Instead of folding, the Mets pulled off a great escape on Wednesday nig]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[K-Rod shaky, but gets Mets to 2-0]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/k-rod-shaky-but-gets-mets-to-2-0.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 05:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The bases were loaded, the small crowd was on its feet screaming, and the New York Mets were getting a familiar, haunting feeling.For a few moments, it looked like 2008 all over again.Instead of folding, the Mets pulled off a great escape on Wednesday nig]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball A.M. ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/baseball-a-m-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 05:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[AMERICAN LEAGUE]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-04-08]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2518.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets had a quiet spring training, with a major league-high 16 players from the organization participating in the World Baseball Classic. After two consecutive September collapses, no division lead will be considered safe by their fans in 2009. But las]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-04-08]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2519.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Mets legend Dwight Gooden will be around the team significantly more now that nephew Gary Sheffield has signed, according to an organization source. Dr. K is expected to watch Sheffield and the Mets this weekend against the Marlins in Miami. He's also e]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-04-08]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2520.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[To make room on the opening-day roster for the signing of Gary Sheffield, the Mets optioned first baseman/outfielder Nick Evans to Class AAA Buffalo. But that decision was simple, since Evans originally was supposed to occupy a roster spot for only four g]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madoff trustee asks to sell Mets tickets]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/madoff-trustee-asks-to-sell-mets-tickets.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The trustee overseeing the liquidation of Bernard L. Madoff Investment Securities is giving the New York Mets a little competition in the ticket auction business.Lawyer Irving H. Picard asked a U.S. Bankruptcy Court for permission Tuesday to sell the comp]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets auctioning tickets to Citi Field opener]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-auctioning-tickets-to-citi-field-opener.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Take the highest bidder out to the ballgame.The New York Mets are employing a unique method of selling remaining tickets for the first official game at Citi Field - by auction.Tickets are being auctioned through 5 p.m. Wednesday for the April 13 game agai]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets-Reds Preview 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-reds-preview-2523.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets got to see their rebuilt bullpen in full force in winning their 2009 opener. Those relievers also helped New York set a franchise record.The Mets will try to carry some momentum from that strong start into Wednesday night when they face ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reds' Baker sees bright side of dreary day ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/reds-baker-sees-bright-side-of-dreary-day-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It rained on the Reds' parade yesterday. Literally.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets auctioning tickets to Citi Field opener 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-auctioning-tickets-to-citi-field-opener-2525.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Take the highest bidder out to the ballgame.The New York Mets are employing a unique method of selling remaining tickets for the first official game at Citi Field - by auction.Tickets are being auctioned through 5 p.m. Wednesday for the April 13 game agai]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[For at least one day, Mets are relieved]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/for-at-least-one-day-mets-are-relieved.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sure, it's just one game. But after the bullpen let the Mets down in 2008, Mike Vaccaro says Monday's save is worth celebrating.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2510.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When Omar Minaya retooled the Mets' bullpen with the December acquisitions of Francisco Rodriguez and J.J. Putz, their opening-day showing was exactly what the general manager envisioned. The relief corps, which returned only left-hander Pedro Feliciano a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2511.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Sean Green wanted to avoid comparisons to Aaron Heilman, his maligned predecessor in the Mets bullpen, if he could help it. So the ex-Mariner switched from his team-assigned uniform No. 48, which Heilman wore before him, to No. 50. Green then record]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2512.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets had a quiet spring training, with a major league-high 16 players from the organization participating in the World Baseball Classic. After two consecutive September collapses, no division lead will be considered safe by their fans in 2009. But las]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTSDAY PICKS ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/sportsday-picks-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TIM COWLISHAW]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[PLAY BALL! ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/play-ball-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 2, Reds 1]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-2-reds-1.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No threats, no frets. That new Mets bullpen sure looked good the first time out.Francisco Rodriguez and his fellow relievers protected a slim lead for Johan Santana, and New York held on Monday for a 2-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds in their season op]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 2, Reds 1 2009-04-06]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-2-reds-1-2516.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One game in, that new Mets bullpen sure looks good.Daniel Murphy drove in both New York runs with a homer and a groundout Monday, a memorable showing in his first big league opener, and the Mets' rebuilt bullpen made it hold up for a 2-1 victory over the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bullpen helps preserve win for Santana, Mets]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/bullpen-helps-preserve-win-for-santana-mets.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One game in, that new Mets bullpen sure looks good.Daniel Murphy drove in both New York runs with a homer and a groundout Monday, a memorable showing in his first big league opener, and the Mets' rebuilt bullpen made it hold up for a 2-1 victory over the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 New York Mets Roster]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/2009-new-york-mets-roster.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Retooled Mets try for another good start]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/retooled-mets-try-for-another-good-start.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No matter what happens on opening day, the New York Mets know they'll be judged on what happens much farther down the road.See you in September.The team with back-to-back September collapses isn't worried so much about getting off to a good start Monday i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets-Reds Preview 2009-04-05]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-reds-preview-2505.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets' bullpen blew a lead against the Cincinnati Reds in their first game following last year's All-Star break. Their relievers' fortunes didn't get any better from there.Unable to overcome late-inning pitching woes last season despite a prod]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Managers on the hot seat]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/managers-on-the-hot-seat.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York isn't the only place where the pressure's on. Ken Rosenthal tells you which managers are on the hot seat this season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2507.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After consecutive late-season collapses that allowed the Phillies to overtake the Mets in 2007 and '08, New York general manager Omar Minaya addressed the bullpen by adding a pair of closers -- Francisco Rodriguez and J.J. Putz. Assuming they're as good a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2508.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Gary Sheffield, released earlier in the week by the Tigers, agreed to sign with the Mets on April 3. He must pass a physical on April 4 before the contract becomes official. The Tigers owe Sheffield $14 million this year. The Mets only would be requi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2509.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets had a quiet spring training, with a major league-high 16 players from the organization participating in the World Baseball Classic. After two consecutive September collapses, no division lead will be considered safe by their fans in 2009. But las]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Slugging outfielder Sheffield joins the Mets]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/slugging-outfielder-sheffield-joins-the-mets.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jimmy Rollins was recruiting Gary Sheffield. Dusty Baker, too. But when New York Mets star David Wright reached out to the nine-time All-Star, he apparently sealed the deal.Sheffield was introduced at Citi Field on Saturday, one day after reaching a contr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Sox 9, Mets 3]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/red-sox-9-mets-3.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Citi Field will be neither a pitchers' nor a hitters' park if no one throws strikes.Oliver Perez made his first appearance at the New York Mets' new home and was as inconsistent as he was at Shea Stadium.The left-hander failed to make it out of the first ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2498.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After consecutive late-season collapses that allowed the Phillies to overtake the Mets in 2007 and '08, New York general manager Omar Minaya addressed the bullpen by adding a pair of closers -- Francisco Rodriguez and J.J. 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But las]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Predictions for the 2009 MLB season ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/predictions-for-the-2009-mlb-season-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets introduce Sheffield at Citi Field]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-introduce-sheffield-at-citi-field.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Gary Sheffield plans to go for No. 500 with the New York Mets.One home run shy of the milestone, Sheffield reached a contract agreement with New York on Friday, three days after he was released by the Detroit Tigers in a surprising move.The deal is contin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2487.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After consecutive late-season collapses that allowed the Phillies to overtake the Mets in 2007 and '08, New York general manager Omar Minaya addressed the bullpen by adding a pair of closers -- Francisco Rodriguez and J.J. 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But las]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets agree to deal with Sheffield, 1 HR shy of 500]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-agree-to-deal-with-sheffield-1-hr-shy-of-500.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Gary Sheffield plans to go for No. 500 with the New York Mets.One home run shy of the milestone, Sheffield reached a contract agreement with New York on Friday, three days after he was released by the Detroit Tigers in a surprising move.Just hours before ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 4, Red Sox 3]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-4-red-sox-3.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Citi Field was nearly empty when New York Mets manager Jerry Manuel popped out of the dugout and strolled toward the first-base line.A light mist was falling on the white tarp covering the infield, yet Manuel stood in one spot and soaked in the new place ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Braving rain, fans enjoy new Yankees, Mets parks]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/braving-rain-fans-enjoy-new-yankees-mets-parks.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The fields were sloppy, the view was sweet.Eager New York fans turned out on a damp Friday night to watch the Yankees and Mets test their plush and pricey new ballparks in exhibition games, a double debut in a city that hasn't had a new Major League Baseb]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[With rebuilt bullpen, Mets try to finish this time]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/with-rebuilt-bullpen-mets-try-to-finish-this-time.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This season is sure to end differently than the last two for the New York Mets.For one thing, the schedule culminates with a home game against Houston, rather than Florida. 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After two consecutive September collapses, no division lead will be considered safe by their fans in 2009. But las]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-04-03]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2482.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 05:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After consecutive late-season collapses that allowed the Phillies to overtake the Mets in 2007 and '08, New York general manager Omar Minaya addressed the bullpen by adding a pair of closers -- Francisco Rodriguez and J.J. Putz. Assuming they're as good a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-04-03]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2483.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 05:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP J.J. Putz left the March 31 game due to an irritated right middle fingernail. Manager Jerry Manuel said the ailment was minor. --OF Bobby Kielty and RHP Elmer Dessens, non-roster spring invitees, were reassigned to the Mets' minor league camp. Desse]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 9, Orioles 8 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-9-orioles-8-2484.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 05:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets finished in Florida with a flourish.Ramon Castro's RBI single in the bottom of the ninth inning completed a comeback from an eight-run deficit, and the Mets beat the Baltimore Orioles 9-8 Thursday.The Mets won seven of their last eight g]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA['Peaks and valleys']]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/-peaks-and-valleys-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 05:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[John Lannan's pitching line Wednesday afternoon against the Toronto Blue Jays - seven runs, 10 hits allowed in 4 2/3 innings - wasn't exactly what theWashingtonNationals had in mind for their ace left-hander in his final tuneup before Opening Day.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Helton showing signs of being an elite hitter again]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/helton-showing-signs-of-being-an-elite-hitter-again.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 05:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A bad back cost Todd Helton in more ways than one. Tracy Ringolsby says his re-emergence is one NL storyline worth watching.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2473.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets had a quiet spring training, with a major league-high 16 players from the organization participating in the World Baseball Classic. After two consecutive September collapses, no division lead will be considered safe by their fans in 2009. But las]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2474.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After consecutive late-season collapses that allowed the Phillies to overtake the Mets in 2007 and '08, New York general manager Omar Minaya addressed the bullpen by adding a pair of closers -- Francisco Rodriguez and J.J. Putz. Assuming they're as good a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2475.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP J.J. Putz left the March 31 game due to an irritated right middle fingernail. Manager Jerry Manuel said the ailment was minor. --OF Bobby Kielty and RHP Elmer Dessens, non-roster spring invitees, were reassigned to the Mets' minor league camp. Desse]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Yankee Stadium and Citi Field set to open]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-yankee-stadium-and-citi-field-set-to-open.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The whitish limestone and gray granite walls of the new Yankee Stadium rise imposingly in the Bronx, a structure meant to awe like a modern Colosseum or perhaps Versailles.Across town in Queens, the red brick exterior of Citi Field frames its arched entri]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 5, Cardinals 2]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-5-cardinals-2.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johan Santana pitched three innings in his final tuneup for opening day, allowing a pair of solo homers during the New York Mets' 5-2 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday.The Mets limited Santana to 36 pitches in his final spring training sta]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[JAPAN PRO BASEBALL SPECIAL]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/japan-pro-baseball-special.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Edgardo Alfonzo didn't know what to make of the nickname bestowed on him when he was star second baseman for the New York Mets.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/-2479.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 N.Y. Mets ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Cincinnati, 1:10 p.m.April 8 at Cincinnati, 7:10 p.m.April 9 at Cincinnati, 12:35 p.m.April 10 at Florida, 7:10 p.m.April 11 at Florida, 6:10 p.m.April 12 at Florida, 1:10 p.m.April 13 San Diego, 7:10 p.m.Apr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels have big concerns heading into the season]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/angels-have-big-concerns-heading-into-the-season.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Their top three starting pitchers are all nursing injuries. Tracy Ringolsby says that's a valid reason for the Angels to be worried.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2465.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After consecutive late-season collapses that allowed the Phillies to overtake the Mets in 2007 and '08, New York general manager Omar Minaya addressed the bullpen by adding a pair of closers -- Francisco Rodriguez and J.J. Putz. Assuming they're as good a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2466.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP J.J. Putz left the March 31 game due to an irritated right middle fingernail. Manager Jerry Manuel said the ailment was minor. --OF Bobby Kielty and RHP Elmer Dessens, non-roster spring invitees, were reassigned to the Mets' minor league camp. Desse]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2467.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets had a quiet spring training, with a major league-high 16 players from the organization participating in the World Baseball Classic. After two consecutive September collapses, no division lead will be considered safe by their fans in 2009. But las]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball: Japanese lefty Takahashi joins Mets on minor league deal ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/baseball-japanese-lefty-takahashi-joins-mets-on-minor-league-deal-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets said Monday they have signed Japanese left-hander Ken Takahashi to a minor league contract after theTorontoBlueJays released him earlier in the day.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 9, Marlins 2]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-9-marlins-2.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Setup man J.J. Putz left the New York Mets' 9-2 victory over the Florida Marlins on Tuesday night after irritating the fingernail on his right middle finger.Putz struck out Alejandro De Aza looking and Andy Gonzalez swinging in the eighth inning. He then ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets reassign Dessens and Kielty, waive Nieve]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-reassign-dessens-and-kielty-waive-nieve.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets' opening-day roster is set.The Mets reassigned right-hander Elmer Dessens and outfielder Bobby Kielty to their minor-league camp and waived right-hander Fernando Nieve on Tuesday, leaving 25 players in the major league camp.Outfielders M]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[These things will happen this season]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/these-things-will-happen-this-season.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manny will be a pain. A-Rod won't come all the way back. 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Garcia had been the pre-camp favorite to grab the role, but had a 16.71 Grapefruit L]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-03-31]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2459.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 05:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets had a quiet spring training, with a major league-high 16 players from the organization participating in the World Baseball Classic. After two consecutive September collapses, no division lead will be considered safe by their fans in 2009. But las]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-31]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2460.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 05:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After consecutive late-season collapses that allowed the Phillies to overtake the Mets in 2007 and '08, New York general manager Omar Minaya addressed the bullpen by adding a pair of closers -- Francisco Rodriguez and J.J. Putz. Assuming they're as good a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 2, Orioles 1]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-2-orioles-1.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 05:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After a rocky World Baseball Classic and a poor start last time out, Oliver Perez needed a good outing to ease the worries of his manager and pitching coach.Perez had his most encouraging outing of spring training, allowing four hits and one run in 6 2-3 ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-30]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/-2462.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 05:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 N.Y. 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Ken Rosenthal has some stunners in his preseason predictions.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/-2464.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 05:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[HERNANDEZ IMPROVING]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles 5, Mets 1]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/orioles-5-mets-1.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Koji Uehara joked that he threw a perfect game on Sunday. 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But las]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2455.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After consecutive late-season collapses that allowed the Phillies to overtake the Mets in 2007 and '08, New York general manager Omar Minaya addressed the bullpen by adding a pair of closers -- Francisco Rodriguez and J.J. Putz. Assuming they're as good a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2456.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Livan Hernandez won the fifth starter's job with the assignment of RHP Freddy Garcia to minor league camp, just days after LHP Jon Niese was optioned to the minors. 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After two consecutive September collapses, no division lead will be considered safe by their fans in 2009. But las]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2445.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After consecutive late-season collapses that allowed the Phillies to overtake the Mets in 2007 and '08, New York general manager Omar Minaya addressed the bullpen by adding a pair of closers -- Francisco Rodriguez and J.J. Putz. 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LUCIE, Fla. -- Zach Miner might not be a long shot to join theDetroitTigers starting rotation after all.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Memo to N.Y. skippers: Start fast ... or else]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/memo-to-n-y-skippers-start-fast-or-else.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 05:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After expensive offseasons, the Mets and Yanks need instant results. Bob Klapisch says that puts a lot of heat on the skippers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2429.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Oliver Perez, who spent much of the spring playing in the World Baseball Classic, said that his conditioning is lagging due to a lack of action with the Mexican team. 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Thirteen of the 16 had returned to Port St. Lucie, Fla., by the eve of the final round at Dodger Stadium -- with third baseman David Wright having sent many of those 13 home. Wr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 9, Cardinals 5]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-9-cardinals-5.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[John Maine took another step toward being ready for the regular season, throwing 95 pitches in the New York Mets' 9-5 win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday.Maine, who had a bone spur shaved in his right shoulder in September, gave up six hits and t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets' Perez believes WBC put him behind]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-perez-believes-wbc-put-him-behind.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York Mets left-hander Oliver Perez believes he's behind in his preparation because of pitching for Mexico in the World Baseball Classic.Perez, who pitched only two times in 19 days during the WBC, has thrown 8 2-3 innings in the Grapefruit League and ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-exec Richman who advised Yanks to hire Torre dies 2009-03-26]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/ex-exec-richman-who-advised-yanks-to-hire-torre-dies-2434.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Arthur Richman, a longtime baseball writer who went on to spend four decades as an executive with the New York Mets and Yankees, died Wednesday. He was 83.The Yankees said Richman died in his sleep, with his wife Martha and friends by his side."Arthur Ric]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/-2435.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 N.Y. Mets ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Cincinnati, 1:10 p.m.April 8 at Cincinnati, 7:10 p.m.April 9 at Cincinnati, 12:35 p.m.April 10 at Florida, 7:10 p.m.April 11 at Florida, 6:10 p.m.April 12 at Florida, 1:10 p.m.April 13 San Diego, 7:10 p.m.Apr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-26]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2420.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets sent more players to the World Baseball Classic than any other team. Thirteen of the 16 had returned to Port St. Lucie, Fla., by the eve of the final round at Dodger Stadium -- with third baseman David Wright having sent many of those 13 home. Wr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-03-26]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2421.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Livan Hernandez's bid for the fifth starting spot got another boost March 24 when one of his challengers, RHP Freddy Garcia, accepted an assignment to the Mets' minor league camp. Two other challengers previously were scratched from the list, with R]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-03-26]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2422.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Longtime baseball executive Richman dies at 83]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/longtime-baseball-executive-richman-dies-at-83.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Arthur Richman, a longtime baseball writer who went on to spend four decades as an executive with the New York Mets and Yankees, died Wednesday. He was 83.The Yankees said Richman died in his sleep, with his wife Martha and friends by his side."Arthur Ric]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-exec Richman who advised Yanks to hire Torre dies]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/ex-exec-richman-who-advised-yanks-to-hire-torre-dies.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Arthur Richman, a longtime baseball writer who went on to spend four decades as an executive with the New York Mets and Yankees, died Wednesday. He was 83.The Yankees said Richman died in his sleep, with his wife Martha and friends by his side."Arthur Ric]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tigers 10, Mets 6]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/tigers-10-mets-6.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Oliver Perez's outing Wednesday alarmed his manager, not because he gave up six runs but because he walked six in 3 2-3 innings of the New York Mets' 10-6 loss to the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday.Tigers starter Nate Robertson left the game with a sprained ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/-2426.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 N.Y. Mets ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Cincinnati, 1:10 p.m.April 8 at Cincinnati, 7:10 p.m.April 9 at Cincinnati, 12:35 p.m.April 10 at Florida, 7:10 p.m.April 11 at Florida, 6:10 p.m.April 12 at Florida, 1:10 p.m.April 13 San Diego, 7:10 p.m.Apr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why your team will win the Series ... in one sentence]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/why-your-team-will-win-the-series-in-one-sentence.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You want optimism, but don't have much time? Let Dayn Perry tell you how your team can win the World Series ... in one sentence.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MIAMI DEAL PUTS BAY AREA AT BAT  2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/miami-deal-puts-bay-area-at-bat--2428.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Soon, the shovels will hit the ground in Miami. Which means the dirt is about to fly in Tampa Bay.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Miami deal puts bay area at bat ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/miami-deal-puts-bay-area-at-bat-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ST. PETERSBURG - Soon, the shovels will hit the ground in Miami. Which means the dirt is about to fly in Tampa Bay.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2413.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Livan Hernandez's bid for the fifth starting spot got another boost March 24 when one of his challengers, RHP Freddy Garcia, accepted an assignment to the Mets' minor league camp. Two other challengers previously were scratched from the list, with R]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2414.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2415.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets sent more players to the World Baseball Classic than any other team. Thirteen of the 16 had returned to Port St. Lucie, Fla., by the eve of the final round at Dodger Stadium -- with third baseman David Wright having sent many of those 13 home. Wr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros 8, Mets 0]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/astros-8-mets-0.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LaTroy Hawkins picked up where he left off with the Houston Astros.The middle reliever returned from the World Baseball Classic to pitch a scoreless inning Tuesday and start a double play in Houston's 8-0 win over the New York Mets. New catcher Ivan Rodri]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[For WBC's sake, U.S. fans must hate losing]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/for-wbc-s-sake-u-s-fans-must-hate-losing.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Fans treated Team USA's loss &#151; and Japan's triumph &#151; with indifference. Mike Vaccaro says that must change for the WBC to succeed.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Competitions won't end on April 6 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/competitions-won-t-end-on-april-6-2418.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Obsessed with who'll be the Yanks' starting CF on April 6? Don't be. Ken Rosenthal says battles like this won't end on Opening Day.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Excerpt from 'The Rocket that Fell to Earth']]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/excerpt-from-the-rocket-that-fell-to-earth-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The following is an excerpt from Jeff Pearlman's new book, "The Rocket That Fell to Earth", now available from HarperCollins.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2405.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets sent more players to the World Baseball Classic than any other team. Thirteen of the 16 had returned to Port St. Lucie, Fla., by the eve of the final round at Dodger Stadium -- with third baseman David Wright having sent many of those 13 home. Wr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2406.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Tim Redding will open the season on the disabled list with soreness behind his right shoulder. The former National was signed to a $2.25 million contract in January. He is limited to throwing on flat ground for now. --RHP Fernando Nieve was claimed ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2407.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Competitions won't end on April 6]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/competitions-won-t-end-on-april-6.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Obsessed with who'll be the Yanks' starting CF on April 6? Don't be. Ken Rosenthal says battles like this won't end on Opening Day.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[On the Mark: A-Rod, March Madness and the WBC]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/on-the-mark-a-rod-march-madness-and-the-wbc.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Guy Oseary, the manager A-Rod shares with Madonna, tells Details that his Yankee client "really hasn't had a chance to show people who he really is."]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hernandez sharp in minor league game for Mets]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/hernandez-sharp-in-minor-league-game-for-mets.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Livan Hernandez appears to be close to locking up the fifth spot in the New York Mets' rotation.Hernandez pitched five solid innings in a minor league game Monday, allowing a run and five hits with seven strikeouts. His main competition, Freddy Garcia, me]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Finally off to good start]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/finally-off-to-good-start.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The scene repeated itself, almost on a constant loop.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[U.S. won't win without taking WBC seriously]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/u-s-won-t-win-without-taking-wbc-seriously.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Third place? The U.S. should be ashamed.Maybe now American baseball will start taking the WBC seriously, Mark Kriegel says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 12, Braves 1]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-12-braves-1.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Since returning from elbow tightness, Johan Santana has been saying he's on track to make his opening-day start for the New York Mets.He backed that up on Sunday.In his second Grapefruit League start this spring, Santana tossed five strong innings and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hey GMs, WBC isn't going anywhere]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/hey-gms-wbc-isn-t-going-anywhere.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[GMs can complain about injuries all they want, but Kevin Kernan says Bud Selig made it clear the WBC isn't going anywhere.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2401.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets sent more players to the World Baseball Classic than any other team. Thirteen of the 16 had returned to Port St. Lucie, Fla., by the eve of the final round at Dodger Stadium -- with third baseman David Wright having sent many of those 13 home. Wr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2402.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Tim Redding will open the season on the disabled list with soreness behind his right shoulder. The former National was signed to a $2.25 million contract in January. He is limited to throwing on flat ground for now. --RHP Fernando Nieve was claimed ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2403.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/-2404.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 N.Y. Mets ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Cincinnati, 1:10 p.m.April 8 at Cincinnati, 7:10 p.m.April 9 at Cincinnati, 12:35 p.m.April 10 at Florida, 7:10 p.m.April 11 at Florida, 6:10 p.m.April 12 at Florida, 1:10 p.m.April 13 San Diego, 7:10 p.m.Apr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Braves 12, Mets 1]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/braves-12-mets-1.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tom Glavine knows the end of his career is in sight and he wants to leave on his own terms.The Atlanta Braves lefty pitched three pain-free innings against his former team in his first start this spring, allowing two hits Saturday in a 12-1 win over the N]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2392.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets sent more players to the World Baseball Classic than any other team. Thirteen of the 16 had returned to Port St. Lucie, Fla., by the eve of the final round at Dodger Stadium -- with third baseman David Wright having sent many of those 13 home. Wr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2393.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Tim Redding will open the season on the disabled list with soreness behind his right shoulder. The former National was signed to a $2.25 million contract in January. He is limited to throwing on flat ground for now. --RHP Fernando Nieve was claimed ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2394.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/-2395.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 N.Y. Mets ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Cincinnati, 1:10 p.m.April 8 at Cincinnati, 7:10 p.m.April 9 at Cincinnati, 12:35 p.m.April 10 at Florida, 7:10 p.m.April 11 at Florida, 6:10 p.m.April 12 at Florida, 1:10 p.m.April 13 San Diego, 7:10 p.m.Apr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hernandez gains momentum with Mets 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/hernandez-gains-momentum-with-mets-2396.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In an indication the Mets are leaning to selecting Livan Hernandez as their fifth starter, New York optioned left-hander Jonathan Niese to the minor leagues Friday.Niese, 22, went 0-2 with a 6.75 ERA in three spring training appearances. He was competing ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Face it, there's no good time for WBC]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/face-it-there-s-no-good-time-for-wbc.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The WBC's problem isn't injuries &#151; it's timing. Tracy Ringolsby says there's just no reasonable way to make the schedule work.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2384.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets sent more players to the World Baseball Classic than any other team. Thirteen of the 16 had returned to Port St. Lucie, Fla., by the eve of the final round at Dodger Stadium -- with third baseman David Wright having sent many of those 13 home. Wr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2385.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Tim Redding will open the season on the disabled list with soreness behind his right shoulder. The former National was signed to a $2.25 million contract in January. He is limited to throwing on flat ground for now. --RHP Fernando Nieve was claimed ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2386.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 4, Orioles 0]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-4-orioles-0.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Oliver Perez looked a lot better pitching for the New York Mets on Friday than he did competing for Mexico in the World Baseball Classic.Perez pitched three scoreless innings to lead New York to a 4-0 win over the Baltimore Orioles. The left-hander walked]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/-2388.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 N.Y. Mets ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Cincinnati, 1:10 p.m.April 8 at Cincinnati, 7:10 p.m.April 9 at Cincinnati, 12:35 p.m.April 10 at Florida, 7:10 p.m.April 11 at Florida, 6:10 p.m.April 12 at Florida, 1:10 p.m.April 13 San Diego, 7:10 p.m.Apr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hernandez gains momentum with Mets]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/hernandez-gains-momentum-with-mets.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In an indication the Mets are leaning to selecting Livan Hernandez as their fifth starter, New York optioned left-hander Jonathan Niese to the minor leagues Friday.Niese, 22, went 0-2 with a 6.75 ERA in three spring training appearances. He was competing ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[K-Rod's histrionics will wear thin in East]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/k-rod-s-histrionics-will-wear-thin-in-east.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[K-Rod was famous for his emotional antics as an Angel. But in the NL East, Bob Klapisch says, that stuff won't fly.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2376.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2377.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johan Santana never questioned his availability for Opening Day in Cincinnati on April 6. He converted any doubters in his 2009 Grapefruit League debut March 12, when he tossed 47 pitches over 2 2/3 innings against the Marlins. Santana had been slowed ear]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2378.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Brian Schneider is sidelined with a stiff right knee and a strained right calf. He won't resume Grapefruit League play before March 22, manager Jerry Manuel said. --RHP Rocky Cherry, a Rule 5 selection from the Orioles, was released by the Mets. He wa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 12, Astros 1]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-12-astros-1.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Pelfrey looks ready for the regular season. The Houston Astros don't.Pelfrey pitched six sharp innings and the New York Mets routed the floundering Astros 12-1 on Thursday, dropping Houston to 1-16-3 this spring.After winning their Grapefruit League ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets catcher Schneider out with injury]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-catcher-schneider-out-with-injury.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York Mets catcher Brian Schneider is out indefinitely with a strained right calf.Schneider was a late scratch from Wednesday's game after waking up with pain and stiffness behind and above his right knee. He underwent an MRI."There's no particular thi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets' Schneider out indefinitely with calf injury]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-schneider-out-indefinitely-with-calf-injury.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York Mets catcher Brian Schneider is out indefinitely with a strained right calf.Schneider was a late scratch from Wednesday's game after waking up with pain and stiffness behind and above his right knee. He underwent an MRI."There's no particular thi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Closers can't find the keys to the vault]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/closers-can-t-find-the-keys-to-the-vault.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You can bank on the best closers to put away games, but they can't bank on blockbuster deals, Tracy Ringolsby says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Braves 7, Mets 4 2009-03-19]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/braves-7-mets-4-2383.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Livan Hernandez strengthened his grip on the No. 5 spot in the New York Mets' rotation with five strong innings Wednesday in a 7-4 loss to the Atlanta Braves.Hernandez scattered five hits and allowed just one run, striking out three. The right-hander lowe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-19]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2369.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johan Santana never questioned his availability for Opening Day in Cincinnati on April 6. He converted any doubters in his 2009 Grapefruit League debut March 12, when he tossed 47 pitches over 2 2/3 innings against the Marlins. Santana had been slowed ear]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-03-19]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2370.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Rocky Cherry, a Rule 5 selection from the Orioles, was released by the Mets. He was first offered back to Baltimore, but the Orioles declined to pay the price to reacquire him. Cherry made four appearances for the Mets this spring, allowing one run ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-03-19]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2371.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Braves 7, Mets 4 2009-03-19]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/braves-7-mets-4-2372.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Livan Hernandez strengthened his grip on the No. 5 spot in the New York Mets' rotation with five strong innings Wednesday in a 7-4 loss to the Atlanta Braves.Hernandez scattered five hits and allowed just one run, striking out three. The right-hander lowe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies have growing concerns all over]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/phillies-have-growing-concerns-all-over.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Their ace is hurting. Their stud 2B is on the mend. The Mets and Braves got better. Gerry Fraley says things aren't well in Philly.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santana pitches 4 innings against minor leaguers 2009-03-17]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/santana-pitches-4-innings-against-minor-leaguers-2374.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rather than have Johan Santana ride a bus 2 hours to pitch against division rival Atlanta, the Mets had their ace pitch against New York minor leaguers for four innings Tuesday in his second outing since knee surgery.Santana allowed two runs and six hits ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tracking the Tigers  2009-03-17]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/tracking-the-tigers--2375.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Inside spring training camp:]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-18]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2361.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johan Santana never questioned his availability for Opening Day in Cincinnati on April 6. He converted any doubters in his 2009 Grapefruit League debut March 12, when he tossed 47 pitches over 2 2/3 innings against the Marlins. Santana had been slowed ear]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-03-18]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2362.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Rocky Cherry, a Rule 5 selection from the Orioles, was released by the Mets. He was first offered back to Baltimore, but the Orioles declined to pay the price to reacquire him. Cherry made four appearances for the Mets this spring, allowing one run ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-03-18]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2363.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Team USA rallies past Puerto Rico to stay alive]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/team-usa-rallies-past-puerto-rico-to-stay-alive.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hobbled and humbled in the World Baseball Classic, Team USA is still swinging.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Braves 5, Mets 1]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/braves-5-mets-1.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jair Jurrjens was Atlanta's most consistent pitcher last season, and the right-hander appears to be headed for similar success this year.Jurrjens threw six scoreless innings to help the Braves beat the New York Mets 5-1 on Tuesday. He allowed four hits, s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santana pitches 4 innings against minor leaguers]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/santana-pitches-4-innings-against-minor-leaguers.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rather than have Johan Santana ride a bus 2 hours to pitch against division rival Atlanta, the Mets had their ace pitch against New York minor leaguers for four innings Tuesday in his second outing since knee surgery.Santana allowed two runs and six hits ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tracking the Tigers  2009-03-17]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/tracking-the-tigers--2367.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Inside spring training camp:]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[WBC injuries making GMs plenty nervous  2009-03-16]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/wbc-injuries-making-gms-plenty-nervous--2368.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pedroia. Chipper. Braun. All hurt. The WBC is compelling, but the rash of injuries is giving critics ammunition, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-17]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2355.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johan Santana never questioned his availability for Opening Day in Cincinnati on April 6. He converted any doubters in his 2009 Grapefruit League debut March 12, when he tossed 47 pitches over 2 2/3 innings against the Marlins. Santana had been slowed ear]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-03-17]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2356.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Julio Franco, who retired in 2007 after 23 years in the majors, will manage the Mets' rookie team in the Gulf Coast League this year.  --OF Angel Pagan underwent arthroscopic surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery in Manhattan on March 11 to addres]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-03-17]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2357.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Julio Franco joins Mets as minor league manager]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/julio-franco-joins-mets-as-minor-league-manager.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Julio Franco is joining the New York Mets - as a minor league manager, not a player.The 50-year-old Franco, who had 2,586 hits during 23 major league seasons from 1982-2007, will manage the rookie level Gulf Coast League Mets. In addition, New York hired ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[WBC injuries making GMs plenty nervous  2009-03-16]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/wbc-injuries-making-gms-plenty-nervous--2359.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pedroia. Chipper. Braun. All hurt. The WBC is compelling, but the rash of injuries is giving critics ammunition, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets shut down Redding due to shoulder pain 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-shut-down-redding-due-to-shoulder-pain-2360.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets shut down right-hander Tim Redding on Saturday, citing soreness and a lack of strength in his throwing shoulder. They said it is unlikely he will make the opening day roster.The former Nationals pitcher underwent offseason foot surgery b]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[WBC injuries making GMs plenty nervous ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/wbc-injuries-making-gms-plenty-nervous-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pedroia. Chipper. Braun. All hurt. The WBC is compelling, but the rash of injuries is giving critics ammunition, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-16]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/-2348.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Martis, Lannan continue to look strong]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 10, Marlins 5]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-10-marlins-5.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pitching on short rest, right-hander Chris Volstad had his best start of the spring.Volstad allowed three hits in five scoreless innings while striking out three in the Florida Marlins' 10-5 loss to the New York Mets on Sunday."It was the best I felt all ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pagan remains positive despite another injury]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/pagan-remains-positive-despite-another-injury.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York Mets outfielder Angel Pagan plans to return to the field quickly after another disappointing injury.Pagan had arthroscopic surgery Wednesday to remove a bone spur from his right elbow. The Mets estimate he will be out six to eight weeks, but Paga]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets shut down Redding due to shoulder pain 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-shut-down-redding-due-to-shoulder-pain-2351.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets shut down right-hander Tim Redding on Saturday, citing soreness and a lack of strength in his throwing shoulder. They said it is unlikely he will make the opening day roster.The former Nationals pitcher underwent offseason foot surgery b]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2352.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2353.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johan Santana never questioned his availability for Opening Day in Cincinnati on April 6. He converted any doubters in his 2009 Grapefruit League debut March 12, when he tossed 47 pitches over 2 2/3 innings against the Marlins. Santana had been slowed ear]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2354.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Angel Pagan underwent arthroscopic surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery in Manhattan on March 11 to address a bone spur in his right elbow. He's expected to be sidelined six to eight weeks. The injury increases the likelihood that Jeremy Reed ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nationals 6, Mets 2]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/nationals-6-mets-2.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mets pitcher Mike Pelfrey is back on track after missing a turn in the rotation because of a muscle strain in his lower left leg.Pelfrey pitched four scoreless innings in New York's 6-2 loss to the Washington Nationals on Saturday. He gave up two hits and]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets shut down Redding due to shoulder pain]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-shut-down-redding-due-to-shoulder-pain.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets shut down right-hander Tim Redding on Saturday, citing soreness and a lack of strength in his throwing shoulder. They said it is unlikely he will make the opening day roster.The former Nationals pitcher underwent offseason foot surgery b]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2344.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2345.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johan Santana never questioned his availability for Opening Day in Cincinnati on April 6. He converted any doubters in his 2009 Grapefruit League debut March 12, when he tossed 47 pitches over 2 2/3 innings against the Marlins. Santana had been slowed ear]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2346.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Angel Pagan underwent arthroscopic surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery in Manhattan on March 11 to address a bone spur in his right elbow. He's expected to be sidelined six to eight weeks. The injury increases the likelihood that Jeremy Reed ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 9, Tigers 3]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-9-tigers-3.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Edwin Jackson is setting himself up for a chance to be the Detroit Tigers' opening day starter.All he cares about is getting the ball every five days.Jackson, acquired in an offseason trade with the Tampa Bay Rays, pitched into the fifth inning for the Ti]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fox Sports announces 2009 MLB on FOX schedule]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/fox-sports-announces-2009-mlb-on-fox-schedule.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Game of the Week Begins Saturday, April 11 at New Time: 4 p.m. ET]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2339.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As the World Baseball Classic gets into full swing, the Mets' spring training facility is nearly empty. With the late addition of Fernando Tatis to replace injured Alex Rodriguez on the Dominican Republic's roster, the Mets increased their MLB-high number]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2340.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Mike Pelfrey, who has been slowed by a left leg strain, will return to Grapefruit League action on March 14. He said the leg felt better in a March 11 bullpen session. --OF Angel Pagan had a bone spur surgically removed from his right elbow on March]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2341.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins 16, Mets 8]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/marlins-16-mets-8.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York Mets ace Johan Santana was glad to finally get his spring debut over with.Held back because of elbow tightness for two weeks, Santana gave up four hits and three runs, including a homer to Dan Uggla, in 2 2-3 innings against Florida in the Marlin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets' Santana 'felt pretty good' after spring debut]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-santana-felt-pretty-good-after-spring-debut.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York Mets ace Johan Santana was relieved to get his long-awaited spring debut done with.Held back because of elbow tightness for two weeks, Santana gave up four hits and three runs, including a homer to Dan Uggla, in 2 2-3 innings against the Florida ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Mets pitcher convicted of assaulting girlfriend]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/ex-mets-pitcher-convicted-of-assaulting-girlfriend.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Former New York Mets pitcher Ambiorix Burgos (am-bee-OR'-iks BUR'-gos) has been convicted of throwing his girlfriend against a wall and punching her in a motel.Prosecutors say a jury on Thursday convicted the 24-year-old Burgos of assaulting the woman in ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reyes disappointed by Dominican exit]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/reyes-disappointed-by-dominican-exit.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jose Reyes returned to the New York Mets' spring training complex Thursday disappointed by the Dominican Republic's early exit from the World Baseball Classic.The shortstop settled back into his locker inside the Mets clubhouse, took some pokes from teamm]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2332.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As the World Baseball Classic gets into full swing, the Mets' spring training facility is nearly empty. With the late addition of Fernando Tatis to replace injured Alex Rodriguez on the Dominican Republic's roster, the Mets increased their MLB-high number]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2333.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Mike Pelfrey, who has been slowed by a left leg strain, will return to Grapefruit League action on March 14. He said the leg felt better in a March 11 bullpen session. --OF Angel Pagan had a bone spur surgically removed from his right elbow on March]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2334.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers not willing to take risk at Pedro's ask price]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/dodgers-not-willing-to-take-risk-at-pedro-s-ask-price.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pedro looks to be in good form and the Dodgers need another starter. So what's the problem? Ken Rosenthal has the answer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Decisions that must be made this spring]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/decisions-that-must-be-made-this-spring.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Make David Price a starter? Sign Pudge or Pedro? Spring training is about decisions and Tracy Ringolsby has found some critical ones.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2322.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2323.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As the World Baseball Classic gets into full swing, the Mets' spring training facility is nearly empty. With the late addition of Fernando Tatis to replace injured Alex Rodriguez on the Dominican Republic's roster, the Mets increased their MLB-high number]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2324.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Mike Pelfrey, who has been slowed by a left leg strain, will return to Grapefruit League action on March 14. 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Ken Rosenthal says there's simply no excuse.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Netherlands ousts Dominican Republic from WBC 2009-03-11]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/netherlands-ousts-dominican-republic-from-wbc-2327.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Eugene Kingsale singled in the tying run and scored the game-winner as the Netherlands rallied for a 2-1 victory over the heavily favored Dominican Republic in 11 innings Tuesday to earn a surprise spot in the second round of the World Baseball Classic.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-11]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2314.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As the World Baseball Classic gets into full swing, the Mets' spring training facility is nearly empty. 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"We looked at his overall performance based upon last year to where he is now and we didn't see the improvement that we felt was needed to be effective in the major leagues," general manager Omar Minaya told ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-03-11]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2316.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[No excuse for Dominican performance in WBC]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/no-excuse-for-dominican-performance-in-wbc.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Netherlands stunned the Dominican Republic again and sent them packing. Ken Rosenthal says there's simply no excuse.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 5, Nationals 5(10)]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-5-nationals-5-10-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jordan Zimmermann's dominant pitching has been one of the highlights at Washington Nationals camp. Brad Eldred's powerful swing is drawing attention, too.Zimmermann, a prized prospect, extended his shutout streak to 8 1-3 innings in Grapefruit League acti]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Netherlands ousts Dominican Republic from WBC]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/netherlands-ousts-dominican-republic-from-wbc.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Eugene Kingsale singled in the tying run and scored the game-winner as the Netherlands rallied for a 2-1 victory over the heavily favored Dominican Republic in 11 innings Tuesday to earn a surprise spot in the second round of the World Baseball Classic.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sanchez released by Mets, owed $276,000]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/sanchez-released-by-mets-owed-276-000.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reliever Duaner Sanchez was released Tuesday by the New York Mets after failing to regain form following two shoulder operations.Sanchez will be paid 30 days' termination pay, $276,639, rather than his salary of $1,687,500.He gave up two runs - one earned]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets release once-prized reliever Sanchez]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-release-once-prized-reliever-sanchez.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reliever Duaner Sanchez was released Tuesday by the New York Mets after failing to regain form following two shoulder operations.Sanchez will be paid 30 days' termination pay, $276,639, rather than his salary of $1,687,500.He gave up two runs - one earned]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-03-10]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2309.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Angel Pagan has a bone spur behind his right elbow, and he surgery is a possibility. A decision will be made within a few days, a team spokesman said. --LHP Johan Santana experienced no trouble with his left elbow in a March 9 bullpen session. His sp]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-03-10]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2310.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-10]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2311.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As the World Baseball Classic gets into full swing, the Mets' spring training facility is nearly empty. With the late addition of Fernando Tatis to replace injured Alex Rodriguez on the Dominican Republic's roster, the Mets increased their MLB-high number]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 9, Orioles 8]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-9-orioles-8.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johan Santana tested his left elbow in another bullpen session Monday and the New York Mets ace is scheduled to make his Grapefruit League debut Thursday night against Florida at Tradition Field.The Mets got a pinch-hit grand slam from Nick Evans in the e]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-09]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/-2313.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Trio of players still sidelined]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Garcia helps Mets beat Michigan]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/garcia-helps-mets-beat-michigan.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Freddy Garcia strengthened his case for the fifth spot in the New York Mets' rotation while Tim Redding faltered.Garcia tossed two scoreless innings and New York beat the University of Michigan 18-7 on Sunday.Garcia allowed three hits and struck out one. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-09]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/-2304.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Trio of players still sidelined]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nationals 8, Mets 3]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/nationals-8-mets-3.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Javier Valentin signed a minor league contract with the Washington Nationals because they were the only team that extended an offer. A few more performances like Sunday's big game and he might win a spot as Washington's backup catcher.Valentin hit a two-r]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2306.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2307.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As the World Baseball Classic gets into full swing, the Mets' spring training facility is nearly empty. With the late addition of Fernando Tatis to replace injured Alex Rodriguez on the Dominican Republic's roster, the Mets increased their MLB-high number]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2308.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Johan Santana remains on target for Opening Day on April 6 in Cincinnati, the ace insisted. Santana had been shut down from throwing for three days after elbow tightness surfaced, but he subsequently threw pain-free bullpen sessions of 35 and 46 pit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2296.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2297.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As the World Baseball Classic gets into full swing, the Mets' spring training facility is nearly empty. With the late addition of Fernando Tatis to replace injured Alex Rodriguez on the Dominican Republic's roster, the Mets increased their MLB-high number]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2298.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Johan Santana remains on target for Opening Day on April 6 in Cincinnati, the ace insisted. Santana had been shut down from throwing for three days after elbow tightness surfaced, but he subsequently threw pain-free bullpen sessions of 35 and 46 pit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big contract makes Dodgers' Pierre tough sell]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/big-contract-makes-dodgers-pierre-tough-sell.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A contract too big to move means the Dodgers are stuck with Juan Pierre, who's stuck riding the L.A. bench, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets ace Santana throws live batting practice]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-ace-santana-throws-live-batting-practice.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York Mets ace Johan Santana doesn't see any reason why he won't be ready for opening day.Santana, hindered last week by elbow tightness, threw 36 pitches in live batting practice Saturday before the Mets played an exhibition game against the Washingto]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nationals 7, Mets 5]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/nationals-7-mets-5.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Washington Nationals pitcher Scott Olsen had good reason to be disappointed with his second Grapefruit League start Saturday.Facing a New York Mets lineup that included only one projected starter, Olsen gave up two runs and six hits with no strikeouts and]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets ace Santana throws live batting practice 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-ace-santana-throws-live-batting-practice-2302.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York Mets ace Johan Santana doesn't see any reason why he won't be ready for opening day.Santana, hindered last week by elbow tightness, threw 36 pitches in live batting practice Saturday before the Mets played an exhibition game against the Washingto]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-03-07]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2290.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Johan Santana remains on target for Opening Day on April 6 in Cincinnati, the ace insisted. Santana had been shut down from throwing for three days after elbow tightness surfaced, but he subsequently threw pain-free bullpen sessions of 35 and 46 pit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-03-07]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2291.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-07]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2292.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As the World Baseball Classic gets into full swing, the Mets' spring training facility is nearly empty. With the late addition of Fernando Tatis to replace injured Alex Rodriguez on the Dominican Republic's roster, the Mets increased their MLB-high number]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 5, Cardinals 4]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-5-cardinals-4.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chris Carpenter is healthy and making progress.Beset by arm injuries the past two seasons, Carpenter made his second start of the spring Friday and pitched out of trouble for two scoreless innings in the St. Louis Cardinals' 5-4 loss to the New York Mets.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Under the Bleachers: Cheer for the Yankees]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/under-the-bleachers-cheer-for-the-yankees.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Welcome to Under the Bleachers, where the best MLB writers from Bleacher Report give their unique take on the latest action.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets have Madoff to thank for no Manny]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-have-madoff-to-thank-for-no-manny.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hey Mets fans, want to know why you missed out on Manny Ramirez? Bob Klapisch blames one of history's biggest con men.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[This could be the beginning of A-Rod's breakdown]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/this-could-be-the-beginning-of-a-rod-s-breakdown.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 05:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Forget about mental pressure, the Yanks have another type of A-Rod breakdown to sweat. It's time to worry, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maine still trying to get comfortable on mound]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/maine-still-trying-to-get-comfortable-on-mound.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 05:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[John Maine's arm feels fine. It's everything else that seems out of sync.Still trying to polish his delivery following offseason shoulder surgery, Maine walked his first three batters Thursday and labored through two scoreless innings of the New York Mets]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-06]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2286.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 05:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Jerry Manuel's project this spring training has been to bolster second baseman Luis Castillo's confidence. The early evidence suggests that it's paying dividends. After a winter in which the Mets were unsuccessful in trading Castillo, who has thre]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-03-06]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2287.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 05:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Johan Santana, who had been scratched from a Feb. 27 "B" game against Italy's World Baseball Classic team because of elbow tightness, tossed a bullpen session March 1. He reported no problems with the elbow after throwing 31 pitches. "I'm not concer]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-03-06]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2288.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 05:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Under the Bleachers: Closing the case]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/under-the-bleachers-closing-the-case.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 05:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Welcome to Under the Bleachers, where the best MLB writers from Bleacher Report give their unique take on the latest action.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Pudge may want too much playing time]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/sources-pudge-may-want-too-much-playing-time.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[First, free-agent catcher Pudge Rodriguez wanted too much money. Now, he wants too much playing time.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-03-05]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2276.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Johan Santana, who had been scratched from a Feb. 27 "B" game against Italy's World Baseball Classic team because of elbow tightness, tossed a bullpen session March 1. He reported no problems with the elbow after throwing 31 pitches. "I'm not concer]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-03-05]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2277.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-05]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2278.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Jerry Manuel's project this spring training has been to bolster second baseman Luis Castillo's confidence. The early evidence suggests that it's paying dividends. After a winter in which the Mets were unsuccessful in trading Castillo, who has thre]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball Notes ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/baseball-notes-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Blue Jays: Mike Maroth faced major leaguer batters for the first time since 2007, giving up two runs in two innings of the Toronto Blue Jays' 6-4 loss to Canada on Tuesday in Dunedin, Fla. "My arm felt great," said Maroth, a formerDetroitTigers pitcher wh]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nationals 6, Mets 4]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/nationals-6-mets-4.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Another effortless outing behind him, Jordan Zimmermann is making a strong push for a spot in the Washington Nationals' rotation.The right-hander pitched three perfect innings in Washington's 6-4 victory over the New York Mets on Wednesday and has not all]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Under the Bleachers: Is it Harden's year?]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/under-the-bleachers-is-it-harden-s-year-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Welcome to Under the Bleachers, where the best MLB writers from Bleacher Report give their unique take on the latest action.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santana wants to start for Mets on opening day]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/santana-wants-to-start-for-mets-on-opening-day.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York Mets ace Johan Santana wants the ball on opening day.Santana threw 46 pitches off a mound early Wednesday in his most ambitious and productive bullpen session since the start of spring training, and made it clear he wants to start for New York on]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santana wants to start for Mets on opening day 2009-03-04]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/santana-wants-to-start-for-mets-on-opening-day-2283.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York Mets ace Johan Santana wants the ball on opening day.Santana threw 46 pitches off a mound early Wednesday in his most ambitious and productive bullpen session since the start of spring training, and made it clear he wants to start for New York on]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nobody looks good in this Manny saga]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/nobody-looks-good-in-this-manny-saga.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A deal with the Dodgers appears imminent for Manny. So why is Ken Rosenthal saying not everyone involved should feel happy?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Team USA has time dilemma for its SS combo]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/team-usa-has-time-dilemma-for-its-ss-combo.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Team USA has a problem: Dividing time for Jimmy Rollins and Derek Jeter. Ken Rosenthal says it's up to another star SS to solve it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 15, Mets 4]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/cardinals-15-mets-4.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Forget opening day, Johan Santana's tender elbow might keep the Mets' ace from making his first start until the second series of the season.Santana has yet to pitch in a spring training game for New York, which lost 15-4 to the St. Louis Cardinals on Tues]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-04]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2269.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Jerry Manuel's project this spring training has been to bolster second baseman Luis Castillo's confidence. The early evidence suggests that it's paying dividends. After a winter in which the Mets were unsuccessful in trading Castillo, who has thre]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-03-04]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2270.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Johan Santana, who had been scratched from a Feb. 27 "B" game against Italy's World Baseball Classic team because of elbow tightness, tossed a bullpen session March 1. He reported no problems with the elbow after throwing 31 pitches. "I'm not concer]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-03-04]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2271.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets stagger ticket on-sale dates]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-stagger-ticket-on-sale-dates.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets are putting individual game tickets for April and May on sale ahead of the rest of the year in an effort to boost early-season attendance.Preparing for their first season at Citi Field, the Mets said Tuesday they would start selling tickets for t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santana may have first start pushed back to Apr. 11]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/santana-may-have-first-start-pushed-back-to-apr-11.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johan Santana is highly unlikely to start Opening Day on April 6 in Cincinnati, Mets pitching coach Dan Warthen revealed this afternoon.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strawberry understands Rodriguez]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/strawberry-understands-rodriguez.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Darryl Strawberry understands what Alex Rodriguez is going through.On his first day at spring training this year as an instructor with the New York Mets, Strawberry said he would have been tempted to use performance-enhancing drugs in his playing days."In]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nats could go a number of directions for new GM]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/nats-could-go-a-number-of-directions-for-new-gm.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The GM search is on for Nats President Stan Kasten. Ken Rosenthal has a list of options, including some intriguing names.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2262.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2263.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Jerry Manuel's project this spring training has been to bolster second baseman Luis Castillo's confidence. The early evidence suggests that it's paying dividends. After a winter in which the Mets were unsuccessful in trading Castillo, who has thre]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2264.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Johan Santana, who had been scratched from a Feb. 27 "B" game against Italy's World Baseball Classic team because of elbow tightness, tossed a bullpen session March 1. He reported no problems with the elbow after throwing 31 pitches. "I'm not concer]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets need to shut Santana down]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-need-to-shut-santana-down.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johan Santana's availability for Opening Day is in doubt. Kevin Kernan thinks there should be no doubt: Santana needs to sit.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 13, Astros 1]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-13-astros-1.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[J.J. 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The early evidence suggests that it's paying dividends. After a winter in which the Mets were unsuccessful in trading Castillo, who has thre]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-03-01]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2249.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Johan Santana was scratched from a Feb. 27 "B" game against Italy's World Baseball Classic team because of elbow tightness. Santana indicated he often experiences the tightness in spring training, so he was unalarmed. However, Jerry Manuel won't all]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-03-01]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2250.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tigers 7, Mets 2]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/tigers-7-mets-2.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jeremy Bonderman was unhappy when Tigers manager Jim Leyland scratched the right-hander from his first spring start.Bonderman was even more downcast Saturday morning when lingering shoulder soreness caused the Tigers cancel plans to have him throw 30 pitc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santana: Opening day start could be in jeopardy]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/santana-opening-day-start-could-be-in-jeopardy.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mets ace Johan Santana says that his opening day start could be in jeopardy as he continues to battle tightness in his elbow."We have 162 games," Santana said on Saturday. "What we have to accomplish takes 162 games. Everything starts April 6, if it's goi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 9, Mets 8]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/cardinals-9-mets-8.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johan Santana was scratched from his second straight start by the New York Mets because of a sore left elbow.After Santana missed a scheduled "B" game appearance Friday against Italy's national team, the Mets said their ace would not take his turn Tuesday]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santana scratched again because of sore elbow]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/santana-scratched-again-because-of-sore-elbow.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johan Santana was scratched from his second straight start by the New York Mets because of a sore left elbow.After Santana missed a scheduled "B" game appearance Friday against Italy's national team, the Mets said their ace would not take his turn Tuesday]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-02-27]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2243.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Johan Santana was scratched from his scheduled Feb. 27 outing due to left elbow tenderness. He was slated to face Team Italy in a "B" game. Santana characterized the elbow issue as minor, and he said his surgically repaired left knee was fine. --RHP]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-02-27]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2244.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-02-27]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2245.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Jerry Manuel's address to Mets players before the first full-squad workout of spring training didn't explicitly mention the team's September collapses the previous two Septembers. Instead, the only passing reference, according to Manuel, was him s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tracking the Tigers ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/tracking-the-tigers-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Inside spring training camp:]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free-agent update: Beimel 'offering flexibility' 2009-02-26]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/free-agent-update-beimel-offering-flexibility--2247.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Sroba, the agent for free-agent left-hander Joe Beimel, is tired of hearing that his client is asking for too much money.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-02-27]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2235.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Johan Santana was scratched from his scheduled Feb. 27 outing due to left elbow tenderness. He was slated to face Team Italy in a "B" game. Santana characterized the elbow issue as minor, and he said his surgically repaired left knee was fine. --RHP]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-02-27]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2236.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-02-27]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2237.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Jerry Manuel's address to Mets players before the first full-squad workout of spring training didn't explicitly mention the team's September collapses the previous two Septembers. Instead, the only passing reference, according to Manuel, was him s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 9, Marlins 0]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-9-marlins-0.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This new-look lineup for the New York Mets is off to an excellent start.Dropped from the leadoff spot to No. 3 in the order, Jose Reyes hit a grand slam, a solo homer and drove in six runs as the Mets routed the Florida Marlins 9-0 on Thursday."I didn't d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santana scratched from start due to sore elbow]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/santana-scratched-from-start-due-to-sore-elbow.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York Mets ace Johan Santana was scratched from Friday morning's "B" game start against Italy because of tenderness in his pitching elbow.Mets manager Jerry Manuel said the decision was precautionary because Santana has a history of feeling elbow soren]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free-agent update: Beimel 'offering flexibility' 2009-02-26]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/free-agent-update-beimel-offering-flexibility--2240.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Sroba, the agent for free-agent left-hander Joe Beimel, is tired of hearing that his client is asking for too much money.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-02-26]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2227.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Sean Green's first outing in a Mets uniform didn't go the way he would have liked on Feb. 25 against Baltimore. He exited with a cut on his right middle fingernail after getting just two outs. Green was charged with one run. --OF Fernando Tatis miss]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-02-26]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2228.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-02-26]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2229.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Jerry Manuel's address to Mets players before the first full-squad workout of spring training didn't explicitly mention the team's September collapses the previous two Septembers. Instead, the only passing reference, according to Manuel, was him s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free-agent update: Beimel 'offering flexibility']]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/free-agent-update-beimel-offering-flexibility-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Sroba, the agent for free-agent left-hander Joe Beimel, is tired of hearing that his client is asking for too much money.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 9, Orioles 3]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-9-orioles-3.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Luis Castillo looked more like a cleanup hitter than a leadoff man Wednesday.In his new role atop the Mets' lineup, Castillo drove in four runs with a single and a double, and New York got three RBIs from Ryan Church to beat the Baltimore Orioles 9-3 in t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GRAPEFRUIT LEAGUE PREVIEW ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/grapefruit-league-preview-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... ....]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets' past is as much a problem as the Phils]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-past-is-as-much-a-problem-as-the-phils.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Phllies aren't the Mets' biggest enemy. Rather, it's a history of recent flops and failures is according to Joel Sherman.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/-2234.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 N.Y. Mets ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Cincinnati, 1:10 p.m.April 8 at Cincinnati, 7:10 p.m.April 9 at Cincinnati, 12:35 p.m.April 10 at Florida, 7:10 p.m.April 11 at Florida, 6:10 p.m.April 12 at Florida, 1:10 p.m.April 13 San Diego, 7:10 p.m.Apr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maine clears hurdle in Mets' intrasquad game]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/maine-clears-hurdle-in-mets-intrasquad-game.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 00:49:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York Mets starter John Maine cleared a hurdle Tuesday, pitching in a game for the first time since September surgery to shave a bone spur in his right shoulder.Maine, whose 2008 season ended Aug. 23, started an intrasquad scrimmage and came out of it ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/-2224.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 19:01:58 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 N.Y. 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"I would step in the batter's box and see four pitch]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2218.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2219.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Jerry Manuel's address to Mets players before the first full-squad workout of spring training didn't explicitly mention the team's September collapses the previous two Septembers. 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Although Santana will skip the World Baseball Classic following surgery to repair a torn]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA['99 percent' of Met's cash stuck in financial scam 2009-02-22]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/-99-percent-of-met-s-cash-stuck-in-financial-scam-2221.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johnny Damon and Xavier Nady of the Yankees have company when it comes to losing money in the Stanford Financial money scam: Mets pitcher Mike Pelfrey.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Rangers close to deal with P Benson 2009-02-20]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/sources-rangers-close-to-deal-with-p-benson-2222.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rangers, seeking additional options for their rotation, are close to signing free-agent right-hander Kris Benson to a minor-league contract, according to major-league sources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2225.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 01:00:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. 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Instead, the only passing reference, according to Manuel, was him s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets' Muniz develops split-finger fastball]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-muniz-develops-split-finger-fastball.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 05:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carlos Muniz is hoping a consistent split-finger fastball will be the key to staying in the big leagues this season.Muniz worked on the pitch this offseason in the Mexican League."I threw 20 innings working on the split-finger. The pitch is coming along r]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2213.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 05:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Jerry Manuel's address to Mets players before the first full-squad workout of spring training didn't explicitly mention the team's September collapses the previous two Septembers. Instead, the only passing reference, according to Manuel, was him s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2214.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 05:35:17 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Johan Santana's first Grapefruit League action is expected to wait until March 3 against the Cardinals in Port St. Lucie, Fla., nearly a week into the schedule. 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That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Rangers close to deal with P Benson 2009-02-20]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/sources-rangers-close-to-deal-with-p-benson-2211.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rangers, seeking additional options for their rotation, are close to signing free-agent right-hander Kris Benson to a minor-league contract, according to major-league sources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2199.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 05:35:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Jerry Manuel's address to Mets players before the first full-squad workout of spring training didn't explicitly mention the team's September collapses the previous two Septembers. Instead, the only passing reference, according to Manuel, was him s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2200.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 05:35:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Johan Santana's first Grapefruit League action is expected to wait until March 3 against the Cardinals in Port St. Lucie, Fla., nearly a week into the schedule. Although Santana will skip the World Baseball Classic following surgery to repair a torn]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2201.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 05:35:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets' Murphy stays focused]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-murphy-stays-focused.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 05:35:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After making a rapid rise to the majors, New York Mets outfielder Daniel Murphy is still trying to convince himself that last season was real.After playing one game with Triple-A New Orleans, the 23-year-old converted infielder received his call to the ma]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Rangers close to deal with P Benson]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/sources-rangers-close-to-deal-with-p-benson.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 05:35:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rangers, seeking additional options for their rotation, are close to signing free-agent right-hander Kris Benson to a minor-league contract, according to major-league sources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Dodgers, Hudson reach one-year deal]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/sources-dodgers-hudson-reach-one-year-deal.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 05:35:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Dodgers have reached agreement on a one-year, $3.38 million contract with free-agent second baseman Orlando Hudson, according to major-league sources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Franco back with Mets as guest instructor]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/franco-back-with-mets-as-guest-instructor.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 05:35:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Former relief pitcher John Franco is back in a New York Mets uniform.The Brooklyn native will help as a guest instructor during spring training, working with the 36 pitchers in camp, then serve in the front office this season - perhaps in marketing, baseb]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-02-19]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2196.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[J.J. Putz, Sean Green and Jeremy Reed were eager to get to Port St. Lucie, Fla., after enduring a 101-loss season with the Seattle Mariners in 2008. The three players acquired by the Mets in a Dec. 10 three-team trade all reported to camp early. "It was a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-02-19]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2197.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Livan Hernandez signed a minor league deal with the Mets, and he will try to earn a spot in the team's rotation this spring. Hernandez, who turns 34 on Feb. 20, pitched 180 innings last season, his lowest total since 1997. He went 13-11 with a 6.05 ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-02-19]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2198.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: L.A. leads Hudson pursuit, others still in mix]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/sources-l-a-leads-hudson-pursuit-others-still-in-mix.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Dodgers appear the front-runner for free-agent second baseman Orlando Hudson, but the Royals and possibly other clubs remain in the mix, according to major-league sources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Improved Braves look awfully dangerous]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/improved-braves-look-awfully-dangerous.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ken Griffey Jr. was the latest player the Braves missed out on, but so what? Ken Rosenthal says everything is looking up in Atlanta.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-02-19]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2189.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[J.J. Putz, Sean Green and Jeremy Reed were eager to get to Port St. Lucie, Fla., after enduring a 101-loss season with the Seattle Mariners in 2008. The three players acquired by the Mets in a Dec. 10 three-team trade all reported to camp early. "It was a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-02-19]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2190.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Livan Hernandez signed a minor league deal with the Mets, and he will try to earn a spot in the team's rotation this spring. Hernandez, who turns 34 on Feb. 20, pitched 180 innings last season, his lowest total since 1997. He went 13-11 with a 6.05 ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-02-19]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2191.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Castillo works his way back from horrible '08]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/castillo-works-his-way-back-from-horrible-08.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York Mets second baseman Luis Castillo is so driven to make up for a horrendous 2008 season he traveled two hours each day this winter to work out at the team's academy in the Dominican Republic."I'm a new man right now," Castillo said Wednesday, when]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shea Stadium, former home of Mets, meets its end]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/shea-stadium-former-home-of-mets-meets-its-end.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Shea Stadium, the circular modern stadium that hosted two World Series title winners but was criticized for its lack of charm and amenities, met its end Wednesday. It was 44.The last remaining part of the ballpark, the section 5 ramp, was knocked down at ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shea Stadium finally meets its end]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/shea-stadium-finally-meets-its-end.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Shea Stadium, the circular modern stadium that hosted two World Series title winners but was criticized for its lack of charm and amenities, met its end Wednesday. It was 44.The last remaining part of the ballpark, the section 5 ramp, was knocked down at ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 GRAPEFRUIT LEAGUE SCHEDULES ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/2009-grapefruit-league-schedules-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TAMPA BAY Rays]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beltran still looking for championship with Mets]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/beltran-still-looking-for-championship-with-mets.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carlos Beltran wants to win a championship with the New York Mets and he's beginning to run out of time.The smooth-as-silk center fielder arrived at spring training Tuesday entering the fifth season of a $119 million, seven-year contract. Frustrated by co]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2183.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[J.J. Putz, Sean Green and Jeremy Reed were eager to get to Port St. Lucie, Fla., after enduring a 101-loss season with the Seattle Mariners in 2008. The three players acquired by the Mets in a Dec. 10 three-team trade all reported to camp early. "It was a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2184.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Livan Hernandez signed a minor league deal with the Mets, and he will try to earn a spot in the team's rotation this spring. Hernandez, who turns 34 on Feb. 20, pitched 180 innings last season, his lowest total since 1997. He went 13-11 with a 6.05 ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2185.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets, Livan Hernandez agree to minor league deal 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-livan-hernandez-agree-to-minor-league-deal-2186.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Livan Hernandez and the New York Mets agreed to a minor league contract Saturday, giving the team another pitcher who could compete for the final rotation spot during spring training.With the move, Mets general manager Omar Minaya all but ruled out bringi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2177.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[J.J. Putz, Sean Green and Jeremy Reed were eager to get to Port St. Lucie, Fla., after enduring a 101-loss season with the Seattle Mariners in 2008. The three players acquired by the Mets in a Dec. 10 three-team trade all reported to camp early. "It was a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2178.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Livan Hernandez signed a minor league deal with the Mets, and he will try to earn a spot in the team's rotation this spring. Hernandez, who turns 34 on Feb. 20, pitched 180 innings last season, his lowest total since 1997. He went 13-11 with a 6.05 ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2179.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santana fit and relaxed entering 2nd season in NY]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/santana-fit-and-relaxed-entering-2nd-season-in-ny.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johan Santana is about to turn 30 and he had knee surgery 4 1/2 months ago.It's hard to tell.Smiling, joking and noticeably more relaxed than last year, the New York Mets ace showed up at spring training looking limber and fit - in better shape than pitch]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets, Livan Hernandez agree to minor league deal 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-livan-hernandez-agree-to-minor-league-deal-2181.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Livan Hernandez and the New York Mets agreed to a minor league contract Saturday, giving the team another pitcher who could compete for the final rotation spot during spring training.With the move, Mets general manager Omar Minaya all but ruled out bringi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[With K-Rod and Putz in 'pen, Mets built to close]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/with-k-rod-and-putz-in-pen-mets-built-to-close.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[On one mound was Francisco Rodriguez, kicking his left leg high and whipping through the frenzied delivery that helped him set a major league record for saves last year.A few spots down, big J.J. Putz peered in and fired a heater low in the strike zone.Af]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manuel considering drastic lineup change for Mets]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/manuel-considering-drastic-lineup-change-for-mets.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jose Reyes has a surprise in store when he arrives at spring training.New York Mets manager Jerry Manuel is pondering the idea of dropping his speedy shortstop from the leadoff spot, one of several tweaks that could be on tap for a team coming off consecu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets, Livan Hernandez agree to minor league deal 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-livan-hernandez-agree-to-minor-league-deal-2173.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Livan Hernandez and the New York Mets agreed to a minor league contract Saturday, giving the team another pitcher who could compete for the final rotation spot during spring training.With the move, Mets general manager Omar Minaya all but ruled out bringi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2174.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[J.J. Putz, Sean Green and Jeremy Reed were eager to get to Port St. Lucie, Fla., after enduring a 101-loss season with the Seattle Mariners in 2008. The three players acquired by the Mets in a Dec. 10 three-team trade all reported to camp early. "It was a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2175.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Johan Santana withdrew from the World Baseball Classic at the request of Mets officials. The Mets want Santana to be cautious after he underwent Oct. 1 surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his left knee. Santana's first time on a mound since the pro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2176.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets, Livan Hernandez agree to minor league deal]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-livan-hernandez-agree-to-minor-league-deal.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Livan Hernandez and the New York Mets agreed to a minor league contract Saturday, giving the team another pitcher who could compete for the final rotation spot during spring training.With the move, Mets general manager Omar Minaya all but ruled out bringi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manuel might drop Reyes from Mets' leadoff spot]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/manuel-might-drop-reyes-from-mets-leadoff-spot.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jose Reyes has a surprise in store when he arrives at spring training.New York Mets manager Jerry Manuel is pondering the idea of dropping his speedy shortstop from the leadoff spot, one of several tweaks that could be on tap for a team coming off consecu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets, Livan Hernandez agree to minor league deal 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-livan-hernandez-agree-to-minor-league-deal-2165.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Livan Hernandez and the New York Mets agreed to a minor league contract Saturday, giving the team another pitcher who could compete for the final rotation spot during spring training.With the move, Mets general manager Omar Minaya all but ruled out bringi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[American League preview capsules ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/american-league-preview-capsules-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[AL East]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2167.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[J.J. Putz, Sean Green and Jeremy Reed were eager to get to Port St. Lucie, Fla., after enduring a 101-loss season with the Seattle Mariners in 2008. The three players acquired by the Mets in a Dec. 10 three-team trade all reported to camp early. "It was a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2168.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Johan Santana withdrew from the World Baseball Classic at the request of Mets officials. The Mets want Santana to be cautious after he underwent Oct. 1 surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his left knee. Santana's first time on a mound since the pro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2169.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santana will not pitch for Venezuela in WBC 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/santana-will-not-pitch-for-venezuela-in-wbc-2170.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York Mets ace Johan Santana will not be pitching for Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic.The Venezuelan Baseball Federation announced Friday the two-time Cy Young winner will miss the tournament that begins next month.Federation president Edwin Ze]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johan Santana won't pitch for Venezuela in WBC]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/johan-santana-won-t-pitch-for-venezuela-in-wbc.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Safety first for Johan Santana.The New York Mets ace will be held out of the second World Baseball Classic following offseason knee surgery, leaving Venezuela without one of its biggest stars.The Venezuelan Baseball Federation announced Friday that Santan]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santana will not pitch for Venezuela in WBC]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/santana-will-not-pitch-for-venezuela-in-wbc.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York Mets ace Johan Santana will not be pitching for Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic.The Venezuelan Baseball Federation announced Friday the two-time Cy Young winner will miss the tournament that begins next month.Federation president Edwin Ze]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-02-13]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/-2160.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[His goal is August.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2161.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. 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Mission accompl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reflections on 'A-Roid' scandal ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/reflections-on-a-roid-scandal-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Great player needed edge, Feb. 10]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-02-13]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/-2153.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[His goal is August.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[On a contender, Putz fine with middle relief]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/on-a-contender-putz-fine-with-middle-relief.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After enduring three seasons of 90 losses or more in Seattle, J.J. Putz is perfectly pleased to taking a step down from the closer's role now that he's on a contender."I still consider myself a closer, but after what I went through in Seattle, I just want]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2155.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2156.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets went 78-7 when leading after eight innings last season. The Phillies went 79-0 in those situations, beating the Mets by three games in the National League East. So priority No. 1 for the Mets this winter was revamping the bullpen. Mission accompl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2157.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Johan Santana, who had left knee surgery after last season, threw off the mound for the first time Feb. 10. He reported no problems with the knee but said he still didn't know if he would pitch for Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic. --INF Jose]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spring looms for M's ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/spring-looms-for-m-s-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In two days,SeattleMariners pitchers and catchers will report to spring training, and within a week 60 players will be in camp.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NY House members defend Citigroup deal with Mets]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/ny-house-members-defend-citigroup-deal-with-mets.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York House members want the Obama administration to ignore the little-town blues of a couple of out-of-state congressmen who want a $400 million stadium-naming deal between Citigroup and the New York Mets to disappear.The six New Yorkers came to the d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2146.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2147.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets went 78-7 when leading after eight innings last season. The Phillies went 79-0 in those situations, beating the Mets by three games in the National League East. So priority No. 1 for the Mets this winter was revamping the bullpen. Mission accompl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2148.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Johan Santana, who had left knee surgery after last season, threw off the mound for the first time Feb. 10. He reported no problems with the knee but said he still didn't know if he would pitch for Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic. --INF Jose]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies keep relief options open ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/phillies-keep-relief-options-open-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Now that Ryan Howard is signed to a three-year deal and the team's payroll is above $130 million, the Phillies are done dealing, right? Not necessarily.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BREWERS  Looper agrees to one-year deal ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/brewers-looper-agrees-to-one-year-deal-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Unsure what the shopping list might look like down the road, theMilwaukeeBrewers moved in to scoop up the best remaining arm on the free-agent market Monday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Report: Strawberry writes sex and drugs expose]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/report-strawberry-writes-sex-and-drugs-expose.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Just as the Alex Rodriguez story knocked Michael Phelps out of the news, Darryl Strawberry now appears poised to take a swing at grabbing the front page with sordid tales of sex and drugs.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johan Santana tests knee, throws off mound]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/johan-santana-tests-knee-throws-off-mound.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johan Santana tested his surgically repaired left knee Tuesday, throwing off a mound for the first time since last season.The New York Mets ace said he might meet with general manager Omar Minaya as soon as this weekend to make a decision about pitching i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Report: Santana plans to decline WBC invite]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/report-santana-plans-to-decline-wbc-invite.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johan Santana will throw off the mound here today for the first time since having off-season knee surgery, but he won't be following that up with a stint in the World Baseball Classic.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-02-09]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2141.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. 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The Phillies went 79-0 in those situations, beating the Mets by three games in the National League East. So priority No. 1 for the Mets this winter was revamping the bullpen. Mission accompl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-02-09]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2134.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-02-09]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2135.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Oliver Perez signed a three-year, $36 million contract to remain a Met. His 2008 numbers against the rival Phillies were particularly impressive: one run allowed in 26 innings. --C Brian Schneider is expected to remain in camp rather than participat]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-02-09]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2136.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets went 78-7 when leading after eight innings last season. The Phillies went 79-0 in those situations, beating the Mets by three games in the National League East. So priority No. 1 for the Mets this winter was revamping the bullpen. Mission accompl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/-2137.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 N.Y. 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Scott Boras, who represents Perez, reportedly wanted as much as a five-year deal for Perez. The Mets did not extend an offe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-02-03]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2101.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 05:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Oliver Perez, who had been seeking a four- or five-year contract, agreed to a three-year deal worth $36 million. Perez went 10-7 with a 4.22 ERA for the Mets last season, striking out 180 batters in 194 innings. --General manager Omar Minaya, while ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-02-03]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2102.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 05:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. 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If it fails, Ken Rosenthal says, the slugger might find himself out in the cold - literally.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AP sources: Perez and Mets agree at $36 million]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/ap-sources-perez-and-mets-agree-at-36-million.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Oliver Perez and the New York Mets reached a preliminary agreement Monday on a $36 million, three-year contract.The deal is subject to the pitcher passing a physical, two people familiar with the talks said, speaking on condition of anonymity because the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Mets re-up with Perez for 3 years, $36M]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/sources-mets-re-up-with-perez-for-3-years-36m.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets, solidifying their starting rotation, have reached agreement with free-agent left-hander Oliver Perez on a three-year, $36 million contract, according to major-league sources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2093.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--General manager Omar Minaya, while on a scouting trip in the Dominican Republic, visited free agent Pedro Martinez. 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Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2095.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With Mets pitchers and catchers reporting in less than two weeks, the Mets and free agent Oliver Perez continue to wait each other out. Scott Boras, who represents Perez, reportedly wants as much as a five-year deal for Perez. The Mets are not expected to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hey Mets, Latrell worked out in New York]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/hey-mets-latrell-worked-out-in-new-york.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets seem scared of Manny Ramirez. Mike Vaccaro reminds them of another malcontent who worked out OK in N.Y.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2085.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--General manager Omar Minaya, while on a scouting trip in the Dominican Republic, visited free agent Pedro Martinez. Martinez, who pitched for the Mets the past four seasons, wants to re-sign with the organization. But with Freddy Garcia signed to a mino]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2086.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2087.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With Mets pitchers and catchers reporting in less than two weeks, the Mets and free agent Oliver Perez continue to wait each other out. Scott Boras, who represents Perez, reportedly wants as much as a five-year deal for Perez. The Mets are not expected to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two congressman want Citigroup out of Citi Field 2009-01-30]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/two-congressman-want-citigroup-out-of-citi-field-2088.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Two congressmen want Citigroup out of Citi Field.Reps. Dennis Kucinich and Ted Poe sent a letter to new Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner on Thursday, urging the government to demand that the company drop its $400 million, 20-year agreement for naming r]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maine, Mets avoid arbitration with $2.6M deal 2009-01-30]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/maine-mets-avoid-arbitration-with-2-6m-deal-2089.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pitcher John Maine and the New York Mets avoided salary arbitration, agreeing Friday on a $2.6 million, one-year contract.The figure was the midpoint of the $3 million Maine sought and the $2.2 million the Mets offered. The right-hander can earn an additi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2080.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--General manager Omar Minaya, while on a scouting trip in the Dominican Republic, visited free agent Pedro Martinez. Martinez, who pitched for the Mets the past four seasons, wants to re-sign with the organization. But with Freddy Garcia signed to a mino]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2081.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. 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The Mets are not expected to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-01-31]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2075.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--General manager Omar Minaya, while on a scouting trip in the Dominican Republic, visited free agent Pedro Martinez. Martinez, who pitched for the Mets the past four seasons, wants to re-sign with the organization. But with Freddy Garcia signed to a mino]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2 congressman want Citigroup out of Citi Field]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/2-congressman-want-citigroup-out-of-citi-field.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Two congressmen want Citigroup out of Citi Field.Reps. 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The right-hander can earn an additi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two congressman want Citigroup out of Citi Field]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/two-congressman-want-citigroup-out-of-citi-field.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Two congressmen want Citigroup out of Citi Field.Reps. Dennis Kucinich and Ted Poe sent a letter to new Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner on Thursday, urging the government to demand that the company drop its $400 million, 20-year agreement for naming r]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maine, Mets avoid arbitration with $2.6M deal 2009-01-30]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/maine-mets-avoid-arbitration-with-2-6m-deal-2079.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pitcher John Maine and the New York Mets avoided salary arbitration, agreeing Friday on a $2.6 million, one-year contract.The figure was the midpoint of the $3 million Maine sought and the $2.2 million the Mets offered. The right-hander can earn an additi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners have a deal, options]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mariners-have-a-deal-options.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New Mariners infielder Ronny Cedeno, acquired from the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday, will be given a chance this spring to compete for a starting job at shortstop and second base.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Swoboda still catches acclaim, 40 years later]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/swoboda-still-catches-acclaim-40-years-later.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ron Swoboda had a .242 career batting average, never hit 20 home runs in a single season and was considered to be nothing more than ordinary in the outfield."To say I was an average player would be overstating it," Swoboda acknowledged recently.His sense ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2069.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Freddy Garcia agreed to financial terms on a minor league deal with the Mets. The free agent returned from shoulder surgery to make three starts for the Tigers late last season, and he likely will compete with RHP Tim Redding and LHP Jon Niese to be]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2070.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2071.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Outfielder Fernando Martinez and pitchers Mike Antonini, Dillon Gee and Tobi Stoner highlight the minor-leaguers who will be in the Mets' big-league camp this spring as non-roster invitees. Martinez, the Mets' top prospect, hit .287 with eight homers and ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets say season tickets strong for Citi Field 2009-01-28]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-say-season-tickets-strong-for-citi-field-2072.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Just 1 to 2 percent of people who placed deposits for season tickets at Citi Field failed to follow through with their purchase, and the New York Mets have sold about 25,000 seats per game for the first season in the ballpark.Many people committed to seas]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Abreu too good to last this long on free-agent market]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/abreu-too-good-to-last-this-long-on-free-agent-market.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Bobby Abreu is way too good to be dangling on the free-agent market. Ken Rosenthal explores why that is, and where he might go.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets complete financing for Citi Field]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-complete-financing-for-citi-field.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets completed financing for Citi Field on Wednesday by selling $82.28 million in tax-free bonds of up to 37 years at what Citigroup said was an average interest rate of 6.45 percent.The bonds from Queens Ballpark Co. were rated Baa3 by Moody]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2062.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Freddy Garcia agreed to financial terms on a minor league deal with the Mets. The free agent returned from shoulder surgery to make three starts for the Tigers late last season, and he likely will compete with RHP Tim Redding and LHP Jon Niese to be]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2063.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2064.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Outfielder Fernando Martinez and pitchers Mike Antonini, Dillon Gee and Tobi Stoner highlight the minor-leaguers who will be in the Mets' big-league camp this spring as non-roster invitees. Martinez, the Mets' top prospect, hit .287 with eight homers and ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers have even clearer path to sign Wolf]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/dodgers-have-even-clearer-path-to-sign-wolf.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The pitching dominos might be starting to fall. So is Randy Wolf next? Our Ken Rosenthal went straight to the source for answers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets say season tickets strong for Citi Field 2009-01-28]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-say-season-tickets-strong-for-citi-field-2066.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Just 1 to 2 percent of people who placed deposits for season tickets at Citi Field failed to follow through with their purchase, and the New York Mets have sold about 25,000 seats per game for the first season in the ballpark.Many people committed to seas]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets say season tickets strong for Citi Field]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-say-season-tickets-strong-for-citi-field.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Just 1 to 2 percent of people who placed deposits for season tickets at Citi Field failed to follow through with their purchase, and the New York Mets have sold about 25,000 seats per game for the first season in the ballpark.Many people committed to seas]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man for man: Manuel would welcome Manny to Mets]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/man-for-man-manuel-would-welcome-manny-to-mets.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With or without Manny Ramirez, manager Jerry Manuel thinks his New York Mets are good enough to win next season.He'd love to put Ramirez in the middle of that lineup, though.The free-agent slugger keeps coming up in conversation this winter as he waits an]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gooden, Justice deny Radomski's allegations]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/gooden-justice-deny-radomski-s-allegations.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dwight Gooden denied accusations by steroid peddler Kirk Radomski that Radomski twice took urine tests for him in the early 1990s. 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Martinez, the Mets' top prospect, hit .287 with eight homers and ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baaaad times Arizona Cardinals have breakthrough, but the suffering continues for others ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/baaaad-times-arizona-cardinals-have-breakthrough-but-the-suffering-continues-for-others-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Though it still doesn't roll off the tongue - the Super Bowl-bound Arizona Cardinals on Sunday will compete for the NFL title for the first time since 1948. More than 60 years and two cities later, their appearance against Pittsburgh ends the second-longe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Minnesota Twins' Joe Nathan glad he signed new deal when he did ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/minnesota-twins-joe-nathan-glad-he-signed-new-deal-when-he-did-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There was a glut of experienced closers on the market, and only a handful of teams interested in signing one. Then the economy tanked, and teams became cautious about payroll, making it a lousy year to be a free-agent closer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Economy stood between Wolf, Astros 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/economy-stood-between-wolf-astros-2059.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pitcher Randy Wolf and the Astros were on the brink of a deal. But then the economy threw them a curve, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2046.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2047.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Outfielder Fernando Martinez and pitchers Mike Antonini, Dillon Gee and Tobi Stoner highlight the minor-leaguers who will be in the Mets' big-league camp this spring as non-roster invitees. Martinez, the Mets' top prospect, hit .287 with eight homers and ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2048.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Freddy Garcia agreed to financial terms on a minor league deal with the Mets. The free agent returned from shoulder surgery to make three starts for the Tigers late last season, and he likely will compete with RHP Tim Redding and LHP Jon Niese to be]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Economy stood between Wolf, Astros 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/economy-stood-between-wolf-astros-2049.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pitcher Randy Wolf and the Astros were on the brink of a deal. But then the economy threw them a curve, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Letters  2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/letters--2050.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Heads up, St. Louis]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2042.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 05:35:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2043.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 05:35:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Outfielder Fernando Martinez and pitchers Mike Antonini, Dillon Gee and Tobi Stoner highlight the minor-leaguers who will be in the Mets' big-league camp this spring as non-roster invitees. Martinez, the Mets' top prospect, hit .287 with eight homers and ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2044.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 05:35:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Freddy Garcia agreed to financial terms on a minor league deal with the Mets. The free agent returned from shoulder surgery to make three starts for the Tigers late last season, and he likely will compete with RHP Tim Redding and LHP Jon Niese to be]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Economy stood between Wolf, Astros]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/economy-stood-between-wolf-astros.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 05:35:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pitcher Randy Wolf and the Astros were on the brink of a deal. But then the economy threw them a curve, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-01-24]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2037.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-01-24]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2038.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Outfielder Fernando Martinez and pitchers Mike Antonini, Dillon Gee and Tobi Stoner highlight the minor-leaguers who will be in the Mets' big-league camp this spring as non-roster invitees. Martinez, the Mets' top prospect, hit .287 with eight homers and ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-01-24]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2039.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Freddy Garcia agreed to financial terms on a minor league deal with the Mets. The free agent returned from shoulder surgery to make three starts for the Tigers late last season, and he likely will compete with RHP Tim Redding and LHP Jon Niese to be]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sheets visits with Rangers; GM mum on offer]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/sheets-visits-with-rangers-gm-mum-on-offer.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Free-agent right-hander Ben Sheets spent Wednesday night visiting with the Rangers in Arlington, Tex.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cora, Mets finalize $2M, one-year deal 2009-01-23]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/cora-mets-finalize-2m-one-year-deal-2041.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Alex Cora and the New York Mets finalized a $2 million, one-year contract Thursday, giving the team a backup infielder who also could displace Luis Castillo at second base.In another move, the Mets agreed to a minor league contract with pitcher Freddy Gar]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cora, Mets finalize $2M, one-year deal]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/cora-mets-finalize-2m-one-year-deal.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Alex Cora and the New York Mets finalized a $2 million, one-year contract Thursday, giving the team a backup infielder who also could displace Luis Castillo at second base.In another move, the Mets agreed to a minor league contract with pitcher Freddy Gar]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Source: Mets, Garcia agree to minor-league deal]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/source-mets-garcia-agree-to-minor-league-deal.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets have reached agreement with free-agent right-hander Freddy Garcia on a minor-league contract, according to a major-league source.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-01-22]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2032.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-01-22]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2033.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tim Redding, the newest addition to the Mets' pitching corps, welcomed the chance to sign with the organization -- even if it's unresolved whether he works in the rotation or in the bullpen. "They obviously have a lot of great guys here from last year -- ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-01-22]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2034.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Argenis Reyes, non-tendered by the Mets last month, returned to the organization on a minor league deal. LHP Tom Martin, a Met in 2001, landed a minor league deal with the club. His last major league service came in 2007 with the Rockies. LHP Casey ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Wolf may be headed back to Dodgers]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/sources-wolf-may-be-headed-back-to-dodgers.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Dodgers, seeking to replenish their rotation, have the inside track on signing free-agent left-hander Randy Wolf, according to major-league sources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BEDARD, HEILMAN AGREE TO DEALS\ SEVEN MARINERS PITCHERS TO VIE FOR STARTING SLOTS ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/bedard-heilman-agree-to-deals-seven-mariners-pitchers-to-vie-for-starting-slots-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mariners rotation is looking crammed to the rafters.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[M's deal for reliever, ink Bedard at $7.75M]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/m-s-deal-for-reliever-ink-bedard-at-7-75m.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Capping a busy day in which they signed their last two remaining arbitration-eligible players, pitchers Erik Bedard and Aaron Heilman, the Mariners acquired right-handed pitcher David Aardsma on Tuesday in a trade with the Boston Red Sox.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball: Former Mets infielder Alfonzo to try out for Yomiuri ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/baseball-former-mets-infielder-alfonzo-to-try-out-for-yomiuri-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Yomiuri Giants have invited former New York Mets infielder Edgardo Alfonzo to try out at next month's spring training camp in Miyazaki Prefecture, the Central League club said Wednesday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Market for Perez remains hard to figure]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/market-for-perez-remains-hard-to-figure.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Just like one of his starts, the market for lefty Oliver Perez is hard to figure. Ken Rosenthal takes a stab at the possibilities.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Source: Mets, Yanks lead pack pursuing P Garcia]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/source-mets-yanks-lead-pack-pursuing-p-garcia.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets and Yankees have emerged as the leading contenders for free-agent right-hander Freddy Garcia, according to a major-league source.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2025.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Argenis Reyes, non-tendered by the Mets last month, returned to the organization on a minor league deal. LHP Tom Martin, a Met in 2001, landed a minor league deal with the club. His last major league service came in 2007 with the Rockies. LHP Casey ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2026.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2027.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tim Redding, the newest addition to the Mets' pitching corps, welcomed the chance to sign with the organization -- even if it's unresolved whether he works in the rotation or in the bullpen. "They obviously have a lot of great guys here from last year -- ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don't be foolish, the Yankees aren't done yet 2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/don-t-be-foolish-the-yankees-aren-t-done-yet-2028.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Yanks have had a nice offseason haul, and they're not finished. Ken Rosenthal reveals what New York could be up to next.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INDEX:Sports  2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/index-sports--2029.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[-- Ales Hemsky scored game winner in the final minute as the Edmonton Oilers rallied to beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 4-3. Edmonton enters the all-star break on a three-game winning streak.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2013.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 05:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Argenis Reyes, non-tendered by the Mets last month, returned to the organization on a minor league deal. LHP Tom Martin, a Met in 2001, landed a minor league deal with the club. His last major league service came in 2007 with the Rockies. LHP Casey ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2014.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 05:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. 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Ken Rosenthal reveals what New York could be up to next.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[In Atlanta, Lowe and Behold ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/in-atlanta-lowe-and-behold-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 05:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BEN AFFLECK was getting into his car last week when a reporter from one of those star-stalking websites asked him what he thought of his beloved Red Sox's signing righthander John Smoltz, who spent the last 20 seasons with the Braves. 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Here's a look at the best fits for some of the biggest names.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-01-20]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2007.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-01-20]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2008.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tim Redding, the newest addition to the Mets' pitching corps, welcomed the chance to sign with the organization -- even if it's unresolved whether he works in the rotation or in the bullpen. "They obviously have a lot of great guys here from last year -- ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-01-20]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2009.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Casey Fossum has agreed to a minor league deal with the Mets, according to the Buffalo News. Fossum made 31 appearances for Detroit last season, going 3-1 with a 5.66 ERA. --RHP Duaner Sanchez and OF Jeremy Reed avoided arbitration by agreeing to a ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sanchez and Mets agree at nearly $1.7 million]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/sanchez-and-mets-agree-at-nearly-1-7-million.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reliever Duaner Sanchez and the New York Mets have agreed to a one-year contract worth $1,687,500, a big raise from the $950,000 he made last year.Sanchez was 5-1 with a 4.32 ERA in 66 relief appearances in 2008. He was part of a Mets bullpen that blew 29]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets, Sanchez agree at nearly $1.7 million]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-sanchez-agree-at-nearly-1-7-million.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reliever Duaner Sanchez and the New York Mets have agreed to a one-year contract worth $1,687,500, a big raise from the $950,000 he made last year.Sanchez was 5-1 with a 4.32 ERA in 66 relief appearances in 2008. He was part of a Mets bullpen that blew 29]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[O's have tough choices; Dodgers primed to pounce]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/o-s-have-tough-choices-dodgers-primed-to-pounce.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The O's shot themselves in the foot (again), the Cubs are holding tight and the Dodgers are ready to pounce. Ken Rosenthal has it all.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[TOM HAUDRICOURT  Fielder, agent likely to swing for the fences ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/tom-haudricourt-fielder-agent-likely-to-swing-for-the-fences-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Folks throughout the Baseball industry are waiting to see how bold agent Scott Boras will be Tuesday when filing his salary arbitration request for Milwaukee first baseman Prince Fielder.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[LENNON'S SHORT HOPS]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/lennon-s-short-hops.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[How about the socks? They OK?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-2003.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tim Redding, the newest addition to the Mets' pitching corps, welcomed the chance to sign with the organization -- even if it's unresolved whether he works in the rotation or in the bullpen. "They obviously have a lot of great guys here from last year -- ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-2004.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Alex Cora and the Mets were nearing agreement on a one-year, $2 million deal, according to multiple media reports. Cora, 33, hit .270 in 152 at-bats with the Red Sox last season while playing 69 games at shortstop and seven games at second base. He']]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-2005.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[WATCHDOG: THE BEST OF NEIL BEST  2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/watchdog-the-best-of-neil-best--2006.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Flick-maker flicks away nitpicks]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1996.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 05:35:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tim Redding, the newest addition to the Mets' pitching corps, welcomed the chance to sign with the organization -- even if it's unresolved whether he works in the rotation or in the bullpen. "They obviously have a lot of great guys here from last year -- ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1997.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 05:35:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Alex Cora and the Mets were nearing agreement on a one-year, $2 million deal, according to multiple media reports. Cora, 33, hit .270 in 152 at-bats with the Red Sox last season while playing 69 games at shortstop and seven games at second base. He']]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1998.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 05:35:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. 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Ken Rosenthal tries to knock some sense into GMs.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-01-17]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1987.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tim Redding, the newest addition to the Mets' pitching corps, welcomed the chance to sign with the organization -- even if it's unresolved whether he works in the rotation or in the bullpen. "They obviously have a lot of great guys here from last year -- ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-01-17]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1988.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Alex Cora and the Mets were nearing agreement on a one-year, $2 million deal, according to multiple media reports. 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Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lowe has ability to anchor rotation ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/lowe-has-ability-to-anchor-rotation-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The first impression: Derek Lowe seems like a laid-back fella you'd want to watch a ballgame with, not a pitcher you expect to see put a team on his back.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NICHOLAS CIACCIA, 90 ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/nicholas-ciaccia-90-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Date of Death: 01/14/2009 Longshoreman free with his tomatoes Nicholas G. Ciaccia, 90, of Dongan Hills, a former longshoreman who loved to garden as much as he loved theNewYorkMets, died yesterday in Carmel Richmond Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, D]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why aren't teams calling for Hudson?]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/why-aren-t-teams-calling-for-hudson-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[He can run, throw, hit and field. So how is Orlando Hudson still without a team? Ken Rosenthal tries to knock some sense into GMs.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NY Yankees, Mets get more bonds for parks]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/ny-yankees-mets-get-more-bonds-for-parks.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Yankees and Mets won their fight to get public backing for additional financing for their new ballpark that will save them hundreds of millions of dollars interest payments.The city's Industrial Development Agency on Friday approved additiona]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yanks, Mets get more bonds for ballparks]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/yanks-mets-get-more-bonds-for-ballparks.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Yankees and Mets have won their fight to get public backing for additional financing for their new ballparks.The city's Industrial Development Agency on Friday approved additional public bond requests for the teams, which were given hundreds ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bond deal is no handout ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/bond-deal-is-no-handout-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In a purer capitalistic world, sports teams wouldn't ask cities to help with stadium financing, the federal government wouldn't bail out failing companies and the tax code wouldn't offer perks such as deductions for mortgage interest.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tight on money, Braves slow search for a hitter]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/tight-on-money-braves-slow-search-for-a-hitter.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Braves have rebuilt their pitching staff, but what about a hitter? Ken Rosenthal says the money may not be there to get it done.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1981.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While the Mets have revamped their bullpen, questions linger as the Feb. 13 spring training reporting date for pitchers and catchers approaches. And those questions go beyond which starting pitcher the Mets will sign -- Derek Lowe, Oliver Perez or Randy W]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1982.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Alex Cora has agreed to a one-year, $2 million deal with the Mets, according to multiple media reports. Cora spent the last 3 1/2 seasons as a reserve for the Red Sox. He hit .270 in 75 games last year. Cora could wind up filling the role that was h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1983.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[OMAR'S PRESSED TO RE-SIGN OLLIE ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/omar-s-pressed-to-re-sign-ollie-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's no time for the Mets to become meek - or cheap.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big offseason still not enough for Braves]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/big-offseason-still-not-enough-for-braves.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Atlanta has been a less-expensive version of the Yanks this offseason. Dayn Perry says they've done a nice job, but it's not enough.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INDEX:Sports  2009-01-15]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/index-sports--1986.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 05:35:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TORONTO - Citing declining sales, the CBC has pulled out as a carrier ofTorontoBlueJays telecasts.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[RICKEY RUNS IN]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/rickey-runs-in.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In his younger days, Rickey Henderson used to say he could play until he's 50. Well, he's 50. And guess what?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johan Santana unsure if he'll pitch in WBC]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/johan-santana-unsure-if-he-ll-pitch-in-wbc.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johan Santana is unsure whether he'll be able to pitch in the World Baseball Classic following offseason knee surgery.The two-time Cy Young Award winner said Wednesday he'd love to play for his native Venezuela in March, but the New York Mets will determi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pitcher Byrd will sit out first half of MLB season]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/pitcher-byrd-will-sit-out-first-half-of-mlb-season.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Paul Byrd isn't retiring. But he also will not be playing baseball at the start of the season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[M'S PLAN PUT IN MOTION\ ZDURIENCIK AND CO. TO MEET FACE-TO-FACE, MAP OUT 2009 SEASON ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/m-s-plan-put-in-motion-zduriencik-and-co-to-meet-face-to-face-map-out-2009-season-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mariners aren't close to being a completed project under new general manager Jack Zduriencik and manager Don Wakamatsu.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rickey's retired (unless the phone rings)]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/rickey-s-retired-unless-the-phone-rings-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rickey Henderson just got inducted into the Hall of Fame, but Kevin Kernan says if a team calls, he'll still play ball.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lackey could be next year's offseason gem]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/lackey-could-be-next-year-s-offseason-gem.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Looking for next year's prized free-agent arm? Ken Rosenthal says it's going to be John Lackey unless the Angels get busy soon.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Finding new pitches]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/finding-new-pitches.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tom McDonald's job isn't usually this stressful. For the past decade, the San Francisco Giants' senior vice president of consumer marketing could sell pennant races, Barry Bonds and one of America's most widely praised ballparks to one of its most affluen]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1972.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Agent Scott Boras, already in New York for client Mark Teixeira's press conference with the Yankees, met with Mets officials on Jan. 7. The Mets have extended a three-year, $36 million offer to Boras' client, RHP Derek Lowe. Boras also represents LHP Ol]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1973.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1974.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While the Mets have revamped their bullpen, questions linger as the Feb. 13 spring training reporting date for pitchers and catchers approaches. And those questions go beyond which starting pitcher the Mets will sign -- Derek Lowe, Oliver Perez or Randy W]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NATS PRESIDENT WARMS UP TO SYRACUSE ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/nats-president-warms-up-to-syracuse-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 05:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After listening to the meteorological report -- about how the ice and snow and sleet had draped our gray town, with more en route -- Stan Kasten, who's headed this way, all but whooped into the telephone.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MR. BLOOMBERG STRIKES OUT ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mr-bloomberg-strikes-out-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 05:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[THE ISSUE:]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1964.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 05:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Agent Scott Boras, already in New York for client Mark Teixeira's press conference with the Yankees, met with Mets officials on Jan. 7. The Mets have extended a three-year, $36 million offer to Boras' client, RHP Derek Lowe. Boras also represents LHP Ol]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1965.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 05:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1966.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 05:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While the Mets have revamped their bullpen, questions linger as the Feb. 13 spring training reporting date for pitchers and catchers approaches. And those questions go beyond which starting pitcher the Mets will sign -- Derek Lowe, Oliver Perez or Randy W]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets sign Redding, look for more starting pitching]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-sign-redding-look-for-more-starting-pitching.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 05:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When they pitched together in the minors a decade ago, Tim Redding equaled Johan Santana.While they keep looking for another starter, the New York Mets hope to see Redding match some of his own numbers from 2008.Redding completed his $2.25 million, one-ye]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[METS: SPONSOR STOLE SIGNS ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-sponsor-stole-signs-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 05:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Not only did the Mets get shortchanged by their bullpen, one of their official sponsors is stiffing them as well, according to a new lawsuit.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SS Young asks for trade from Rangers 2009-01-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/ss-young-asks-for-trade-from-rangers-1969.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 05:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rangers shortstop Michael Young wants to be traded rather than move to third base.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Putz looks back at his old home ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/putz-looks-back-at-his-old-home-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The day he was traded to the New York Mets, J.J. Putz lost his job before throwing a pitch, saw his wife cry over leaving Seattle and was asked by the media whether he thought he should be closing instead of Francisco Rodriguez.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SS Young asks for trade from Rangers]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/ss-young-asks-for-trade-from-rangers.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rangers shortstop Michael Young wants to be traded rather than move to third base.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1958.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While the Mets have revamped their bullpen, questions linger as the Feb. 13 spring training reporting date for pitchers and catchers approaches. And those questions go beyond which starting pitcher the Mets will sign -- Derek Lowe, Oliver Perez or Randy W]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1959.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Agent Scott Boras, already in New York for client Mark Teixeira's press conference with the Yankees, met with Mets officials on Jan. 7. The Mets have extended a three-year, $36 million offer to Boras' client, RHP Derek Lowe. Boras also represents LHP Ol]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1960.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Source: Mets, Redding reach $2.25 million deal 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/source-mets-redding-reach-2-25-million-deal-1961.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets moved to add a pitcher while still negotiating with higher-profile free agents, reaching a preliminary agreement with Tim Redding on a $2.25 million, one-year contract.Redding's deal is subject to him passing a physical, a person familia]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Braves on verge of deal with Kawakami]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/sources-braves-on-verge-of-deal-with-kawakami.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Braves, finally scoring a victory in a tumultuous offseason, are on the verge of reaching agreement with Japanese right-hander Kenshin Kawakami on a three-year free-agent contract, according to major-league sources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1953.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While the Mets have revamped their bullpen, questions linger as the Feb. 13 spring training reporting date for pitchers and catchers approaches. And those questions go beyond which starting pitcher the Mets will sign -- Derek Lowe, Oliver Perez or Randy W]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1954.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Agent Scott Boras, already in New York for client Mark Teixeira's press conference with the Yankees, met with Mets officials on Jan. 7. The Mets have extended a three-year, $36 million offer to Boras' client, RHP Derek Lowe. Boras also represents LHP Ol]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1955.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. 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And those questions go beyond which starting pitcher the Mets will sign -- Derek Lowe, Oliver Perez or Randy W]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1946.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Agent Scott Boras, already in New York for client Mark Teixeira's press conference with the Yankees, met with Mets officials on Jan. 7. The Mets have extended a three-year, $36 million offer to Boras' client, RHP Derek Lowe. Boras also represents LHP Ol]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1947.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Source: Mets, Redding reach $2.25 million deal]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/source-mets-redding-reach-2-25-million-deal.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets moved to add a pitcher while still negotiating with higher-profile free agents, reaching a preliminary agreement with Tim Redding on a $2.25 million, one-year contract.Redding's deal is subject to him passing a physical, a person familia]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[LETTERS ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/letters-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Yankees are a success]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Source: Mets close to 1-year, $2.25M Redding deal]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/source-mets-close-to-1-year-2-25m-redding-deal.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets are on the verge of adding a free-agent pitcher, but it is not right-hander Derek Lowe or lefty Oliver Perez.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[PEDRO WANTS BACK - LOBBIES FOR MET RETURN - AND FOR LOWE ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/pedro-wants-back-lobbies-for-met-return-and-for-lowe-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pedro Martinez spent yesterday afternoon entertaining friends on his boat in the Dominican Republic. The future Hall of Fame pitcher wants to sail - back to the Mets.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SMOLTZ LEAVES BRAVES]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/smoltz-leaves-braves.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Braves officials met Thursday with free-agent pitcher Derek Lowe at Turner Field, with the shock of John Smoltz's exit reverberating in Atlanta and an increased sense of urgency in the air. General manager Frank Wren and manager Bobby Cox met for several ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trading Fielder could help Brewers acquire pitching]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/trading-fielder-could-help-brewers-acquire-pitching.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After signing Trevor Hoffman, the Brewers are looking for another arm. Ken Rosenthal thinks trading Prince Fielder is a possibility.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bungling the Burris affair ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/bungling-the-burris-affair-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[EDITORIAL]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unhappy Pettitte may be leaning toward Astros ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/unhappy-pettitte-may-be-leaning-toward-astros-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baseball NOTEBOOK]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets turn on the charm for Boras ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-turn-on-the-charm-for-boras-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets won?t play a Baseball game at Citi Field for another three months, but they engaged in a game of chicken at the new ballpark Wednesday afternoon, hosting agent Scott Boras for a lunch, a stadium tour and another round of negotiations.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets: Pitchers on menu]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-pitchers-on-menu.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With Scott Boras in town for the introduction of Mark Teixeira, the Mets will take the chance to lunch with him this afternoon and discuss Derek Lowe and Oliver Perez.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1941.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Derek Lowe received a three-year offer from the Mets believed to be worth slightly more than $36 million. Lowe is the organization's top free agent target to fill a void in the rotation. --LHP Billy Wagner might be able to return to the Mets in Sept]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1942.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1943.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets have renovated their pitching staff, highlighted by bringing in Francisco Rodriguez and J.J. 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Lowe is the organization's top free agent target to fill a void in the rotation. --LHP Billy Wagner might be able to return to the Mets in Sept]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1929.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1930.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets have renovated their pitching staff, highlighted by bringing in Francisco Rodriguez and J.J. Putz at the back end of the bullpen. But they have largely stood pat with their bats. So far the only turnover among the position players has been lettin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets discuss free agents with Boras at Citi Field]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-discuss-free-agents-with-boras-at-citi-field.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Scott Boras took a tour of Citi Field and sat down for lunch Wednesday with top executives from the New York Mets.Next, the Mets hope they can lure one of Boras' high-profile free agents to their new ballpark, too.Hoping to fill a hole in the rotation, Ne]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTEBOOK: Levine: Yanks' critics brewing 'sour grapes' ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/notebook-levine-yanks-critics-brewing-sour-grapes-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Yankees president Randy Levine yesterday called negative comments by Brewers owner Mark Attanasio about the Yankees' bottomless pit of cash and willingness to use it "sour grapes."]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOTEBOOK: Levine: Yanks' critics brewing 'sour grapes'  2009-01-07]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/notebook-levine-yanks-critics-brewing-sour-grapes--1933.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Yankees president Randy Levine yesterday called negative comments by Brewers owner Mark Attanasio about the Yankees' bottomless pit of cash and willingness to use it "sour grapes."]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dunn would be smart alternative for Dodgers 2009-01-07]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/dunn-would-be-smart-alternative-for-dodgers-1934.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Dodgers currently have their sights set on Manny, but Ken Rosenthal has a cheaper option that makes nearly as much sense.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dunn would be smart alternative for Dodgers]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/dunn-would-be-smart-alternative-for-dodgers.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Dodgers currently have their sights set on Manny, but Ken Rosenthal has a cheaper option that makes nearly as much sense.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Recovering Beltre vows to be ready ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/recovering-beltre-vows-to-be-ready-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If they are to be constructed as a team of pitching, defense and the occasional run, theSeattleMariners are going to need a healthy Adrian Beltre.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NYC gives up baseball stadium luxury boxes]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/nyc-gives-up-baseball-stadium-luxury-boxes.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mayor Michael Bloomberg's administration will forgo luxury boxes at the new Yankees and Mets ballparks, the city said Tuesday after months of criticism about its handling of the stadium projects.The administration has worked out a new deal with the Yankee]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets to meet with Boras to discuss Lowe, Perez]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-to-meet-with-boras-to-discuss-lowe-perez.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Still looking to fill out the rotation, the New York Mets are ready to make their push for a proven starting pitcher.Mets executives set up a face-to-face meeting Wednesday with agent Scott Boras to talk about two of his free-agent clients: right-hander D]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[COACHING CRAPSHOOT - TEAMS KNOW IF THEY'VE ROLLED A WINNER ONLY AFTER THEY ADD 'EM UP ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/coaching-crapshoot-teams-know-if-they-ve-rolled-a-winner-only-after-they-add-em-up-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[HERE is the dirty little secret abut what awaits the Jets over the next few days, weeks, months and years: At some point, they are going to hire a coach, and that coach is going to be hailed by some as being a clever choice and ripped by others as being a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[King of spring]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/king-of-spring.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even in the black hole otherwise known as early January, Baseball still fills up the cosmos with news, rumors and gossip. It?s impossible to ignore the buzz; the industry has its tentacles wrapped tightly around you, from here to pitchers and catchers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-01-06]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1925.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets have renovated their pitching staff, highlighted by bringing in Francisco Rodriguez and J.J. Putz at the back end of the bullpen. But they have largely stood pat with their bats. So far the only turnover among the position players has been lettin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-01-06]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1926.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Derek Lowe received a three-year offer from the Mets believed to be worth slightly more than $36 million. Lowe is the organization's top free agent target to fill a void in the rotation. --LHP Billy Wagner might be able to return to the Mets in Sept]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-01-06]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1927.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GRAPEFRUIT LEAGUE SCHEDULES ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/grapefruit-league-schedules-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TampaBayRays]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Too many quality free agents remain]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/too-many-quality-free-agents-remain.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manny and Derek Lowe are available this close to spring training? That bothers Dayn Perry, who tells us where they should go.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1916.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1917.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets have renovated their pitching staff, highlighted by bringing in Francisco Rodriguez and J.J. Putz at the back end of the bullpen. But they have largely stood pat with their bats. So far the only turnover among the position players has been lettin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1918.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Derek Lowe received a three-year offer from the Mets believed to be worth slightly more than $36 million. Lowe is the organization's top free agent target to fill a void in the rotation. --LHP Billy Wagner might be able to return to the Mets in Sept]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[WATCHDOG: THE BEST OF NEIL BEST ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/watchdog-the-best-of-neil-best-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Eli, Peyton Manning will have family reunion in Tampa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1911.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1912.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets have renovated their pitching staff, highlighted by bringing in Francisco Rodriguez and J.J. Putz at the back end of the bullpen. But they have largely stood pat with their bats. So far the only turnover among the position players has been lettin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1913.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Derek Lowe received a three-year offer from the Mets believed to be worth slightly more than $36 million. 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Putz at the back end of the bullpen. But they have largely stood pat with their bats. So far the only turnover among the position players has been lettin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1909.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2009 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Derek Lowe received a three-year offer from the Mets believed to be worth slightly more than $36 million. 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Remember those ho-hum earlier stops in the National League in New York and with the Braves?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet me at Cruz and Delgado]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/meet-me-at-cruz-and-delgado.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jose Cruz Jr. played six mediocre seasons for theTorontoBlueJays. The Jays tried to trade him during five of them. When his contract expired in 2002, the team let him sign with San Francisco, where he did nothing remarkable.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1898.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. 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Alex Rodriguez's decision to compete for the Dominican Republic opened a spot for Wright. Wright did not participate in the inaugural WBC in 2006 because A-Ro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GREAT BY NUMBERS SET 2008-12-27]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/great-by-numbers-set-1901.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[From 00 to 99, WE'VE SELECTED THE BEST HOUSTON PRO TO WEAR EACH JERSEY. Consider it our holiday gift to you in 101 small packages]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fuentes joins Angels' bullpen ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/fuentes-joins-angels-bullpen-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Thwarted in attempts to bolster their offense, the Angels chose to strengthen their pitching staff, on Wednesday using a chunk of the money they allocated for slugger Mark Teixeira to reach an agreement with free-agent closer Brian Fuentes on a two-year, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Losses added up for 2003 Tigers]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/losses-added-up-for-2003-tigers.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DETROIT -- The 1962 New York Mets generally are accepted as the most pathetic team in the history of professional sports. They went 40-120 but had an excuse. They were a first-year expansion team that became lovable losers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1893.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1894.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While Mets general manager Omar Minaya has retooled the bullpen this winter by adding Francisco Rodriguez and J.J. Putz, the starting rotation has yet to be addressed. Movement on that front should begin shortly, however. Now that agent Scott Boras has pl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1895.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B David Wright intends to represent the United States in the World Baseball Classic in March. Alex Rodriguez's decision to compete for the Dominican Republic opened a spot for Wright. Wright did not participate in the inaugural WBC in 2006 because A-Ro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GREAT BY NUMBERS SET 2008-12-27]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/great-by-numbers-set-1896.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[From 00 to 99, WE'VE SELECTED THE BEST HOUSTON PRO TO WEAR EACH JERSEY. Consider it our holiday gift to you in 101 small packages]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1888.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 05:35:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1889.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 05:35:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While Mets general manager Omar Minaya has retooled the bullpen this winter by adding Francisco Rodriguez and J.J. Putz, the starting rotation has yet to be addressed. Movement on that front should begin shortly, however. Now that agent Scott Boras has pl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1890.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 05:35:36 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B David Wright intends to represent the United States in the World Baseball Classic in March. Alex Rodriguez's decision to compete for the Dominican Republic opened a spot for Wright. Wright did not participate in the inaugural WBC in 2006 because A-Ro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1883.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. 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Alex Rodriguez's decision to compete for the Dominican Republic opened a spot for Wright. Wright did not participate in the inaugural WBC in 2006 because A-Ro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers consider Abreu or Dunn ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/dodgers-consider-abreu-or-dunn-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As the stalemate between Manny Ramirez and the Dodgers approaches its third month, the club is exploring whether Bobby Abreu or Adam Dunn could replace Ramirez in left field.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teixeira signing leaves Ramirez with limited options]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/teixeira-signing-leaves-ramirez-with-limited-options.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[So the move that makes the most sense now is Manny Ramirez to the Mets. Rudimentary stuff. Baseball 101.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1880.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While Mets general manager Omar Minaya has retooled the bullpen this winter by adding Francisco Rodriguez and J.J. Putz, the starting rotation has yet to be addressed. Movement on that front should begin shortly, however. Now that agent Scott Boras has pl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1881.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B David Wright intends to represent the United States in the World Baseball Classic in March. Alex Rodriguez's decision to compete for the Dominican Republic opened a spot for Wright. Wright did not participate in the inaugural WBC in 2006 because A-Ro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1882.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1875.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While Mets general manager Omar Minaya has retooled the bullpen this winter by adding Francisco Rodriguez and J.J. Putz, the starting rotation has yet to be addressed. Movement on that front should begin shortly, however. Now that agent Scott Boras has pl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1876.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B David Wright intends to represent the United States in the World Baseball Classic in March. Alex Rodriguez's decision to compete for the Dominican Republic opened a spot for Wright. Wright did not participate in the inaugural WBC in 2006 because A-Ro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1877.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. 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Joel Sherman narrows down the 10 best.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2008-12-27]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1869.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B David Wright intends to represent the United States in the World Baseball Classic in March. Alex Rodriguez's decision to compete for the Dominican Republic opened a spot for Wright. Wright did not participate in the inaugural WBC in 2006 because A-Ro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2008-12-27]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1870.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2008-12-27]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1871.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While Mets general manager Omar Minaya has retooled the bullpen this winter by adding Francisco Rodriguez and J.J. Putz, the starting rotation has yet to be addressed. Movement on that front should begin shortly, however. Now that agent Scott Boras has pl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GREAT BY NUMBERS SET]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/great-by-numbers-set.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[From 00 to 99, WE'VE SELECTED THE BEST HOUSTON PRO TO WEAR EACH JERSEY. Consider it our holiday gift to you in 101 small packages]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shane Victorino won't forget this one.]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/shane-victorino-won-t-forget-this-one-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS - The memories brought such a big smile to Shane Victorino's face that he had to stop eating the Double-Double he had just ordered during a late-night trip to In-N-Out Burger.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees learned that waiting can be costly 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/yankees-learned-that-waiting-can-be-costly-1874.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Yankees hesitated four years ago and missed out on a long-term fix. Joel Sherman explains why striking now makes sense.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets need to spend more cash to stay relevant]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-need-to-spend-more-cash-to-stay-relevant.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 05:35:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Francisco Rodriguez? Great. But for the Mets to be a player in New York and the NL, they'd better get busy, Mike Vaccaro says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees learned that waiting can be costly 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/yankees-learned-that-waiting-can-be-costly-1864.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 05:35:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Yankees hesitated four years ago and missed out on a long-term fix. Joel Sherman explains why striking now makes sense.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1865.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 05:35:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Scott Schoeneweis, who will make $3.8 million in 2009, was traded to the Diamondbacks in a salary dump. The Mets obtained RHP Connor Robertson in exchange. --Ken Oberkfell was officially named manager of Class AAA Buffalo, the Mets' new affiliate in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1866.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 05:35:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1867.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 05:35:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Phillies shortstop Jimmy Rollins created a stir two winters ago by declaring Philadelphia the NL East's 2007 "team to beat," despite the Mets coming within a game of reaching the World Series the previous postseason. Mets center fielder Carlos Beltran tri]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INDEX:Sports  2008-12-25]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/index-sports--1868.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 05:35:34 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews (tayvz) appear to have their berths in the N-H-L all-star game booked. The two Chicago Blackhawks forwards lead all Western Conference players in voting and pretty much have spots in the starting lineup secured. Anaheim for]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manny gets a Teix messageTeixeira signing leaves Ramirez with limited options, and Mets don't appear to be among them ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/manny-gets-a-teix-messageteixeira-signing-leaves-ramirez-with-limited-options-and-mets-don-t-appear-to-be-among-them-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[So the move that makes the most sense now is Manny Ramirez to the Mets. Rudimentary stuff. Baseball 101.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manny is left without a home ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/manny-is-left-without-a-home-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[To the move that makes the most sense now is Manny Ramirez to the Mets. Rudimentary stuff. Baseball 101.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AS BOMBERS REEL IN STARS, MEMO TO METS ... GET IN THE GAME! ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/as-bombers-reel-in-stars-memo-to-mets-get-in-the-game-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[THE first reaction, all across Baseball, is sure to be loud cries of outrage, followed by grand charges of gluttony, followed by a sea of rolled eyes and a battalion of wrung hands and a chorus of addled angst.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees learned that waiting can be costly]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/yankees-learned-that-waiting-can-be-costly.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Yankees hesitated four years ago and missed out on a long-term fix. Joel Sherman explains why striking now makes sense.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1860.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Scott Schoeneweis, who will make $3.8 million in 2009, was traded to the Diamondbacks in a salary dump. The Mets obtained RHP Connor Robertson in exchange. --Ken Oberkfell was officially named manager of Class AAA Buffalo, the Mets' new affiliate in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1861.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1862.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Phillies shortstop Jimmy Rollins created a stir two winters ago by declaring Philadelphia the NL East's 2007 "team to beat," despite the Mets coming within a game of reaching the World Series the previous postseason. Mets center fielder Carlos Beltran tri]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1850.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 05:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Scott Schoeneweis, who will make $3.8 million in 2009, was traded to the Diamondbacks in a salary dump. The Mets obtained RHP Connor Robertson in exchange. --Ken Oberkfell was officially named manager of Class AAA Buffalo, the Mets' new affiliate in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1851.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 05:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1852.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 05:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Phillies shortstop Jimmy Rollins created a stir two winters ago by declaring Philadelphia the NL East's 2007 "team to beat," despite the Mets coming within a game of reaching the World Series the previous postseason. Mets center fielder Carlos Beltran tri]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Little Things Mean a Lot ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/little-things-mean-a-lot-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 05:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Seemingly trivial incidents led to the lasting memories of 2008]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[YANKEES: Manny to NY? No!]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/yankees-manny-to-ny-no-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 05:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Contrary to reports out of the Dominican Republic, the Yankees are not on the verge of signing Manny Ramirez.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels standing pat on offense ... for now 2008-12-23]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/angels-standing-pat-on-offense-for-now-1855.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 05:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You'd think the Halos have to do something now that Mark Teixeira won't be back, right? Wrong. Ken Rosenthal says it's not happening.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels standing pat on offense ... for now]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/angels-standing-pat-on-offense-for-now.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You'd think the Halos have to do something now that Mark Teixeira won't be back, right? Wrong. Ken Rosenthal says it's not happening.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[JINGLE BALL THE WAY - YULETIDE TUNES FOR THE NEW YORK SPORTS FAN ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/jingle-ball-the-way-yuletide-tunes-for-the-new-york-sports-fan-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[YES, Virginia, there are reasons aplenty to lift your voices to the sky this holiday season and rejoice. So without further ado . . .]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1847.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1848.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Phillies shortstop Jimmy Rollins created a stir two winters ago by declaring Philadelphia the NL East's 2007 "team to beat," despite the Mets coming within a game of reaching the World Series the previous postseason. Mets center fielder Carlos Beltran tri]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1849.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Scott Schoeneweis, who will make $3.8 million in 2009, was traded to the Diamondbacks in a salary dump. The Mets obtained RHP Connor Robertson in exchange. --Ken Oberkfell was officially named manager of Class AAA Buffalo, the Mets' new affiliate in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1838.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1839.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Phillies shortstop Jimmy Rollins created a stir two winters ago by declaring Philadelphia the NL East's 2007 "team to beat," despite the Mets coming within a game of reaching the World Series the previous postseason. Mets center fielder Carlos Beltran tri]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1840.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Scott Schoeneweis, who will make $3.8 million in 2009, was traded to the Diamondbacks in a salary dump. The Mets obtained RHP Connor Robertson in exchange. --Ken Oberkfell was officially named manager of Class AAA Buffalo, the Mets' new affiliate in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[K-rod's pumped]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/k-rod-s-pumped.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Francisco Rodriguez was shuttled from stage to stage, podium to cellphone and finally almost dropped in Santa's lap ? actually Mike Pelfrey with a Santa suit befitting his 6-foot-7 frame. But no matter which group of cameras or recorders he spoke in front]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[For Putz, a time to keep cool ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/for-putz-a-time-to-keep-cool-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEW YORK ? If J.J. Putz needed to know his place in the Mets? bullpen and in their hearts, he only had to look at the setting for his introductory press conference.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[METS: Minaya learns from loss]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-minaya-learns-from-loss.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In Omar Minaya's four seasons as a general manager inNewYork, theMets have recorded 83, 97, 88 and 89 victories. The previous four years, 2001-04, their victory totals came in at 82, 75, 66 and 71.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The sports world in 60 seconds  2008-12-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/the-sports-world-in-60-seconds--1844.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baseball]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2008-12-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1832.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2008-12-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1833.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Phillies shortstop Jimmy Rollins created a stir two winters ago by declaring Philadelphia the NL East's 2007 "team to beat," despite the Mets coming within a game of reaching the World Series the previous postseason. Mets center fielder Carlos Beltran tri]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2008-12-21]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1834.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Scott Schoeneweis, who will make $3.8 million in 2009, was traded to the Diamondbacks in a salary dump. The Mets obtained RHP Connor Robertson in exchange. --Ken Oberkfell was officially named manager of Class AAA Buffalo, the Mets' new affiliate in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: O's pushing for pitchers Looper, Redding]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/sources-o-s-pushing-for-pitchers-looper-redding.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles, desperate to add veteran starting pitchers, are making strong pushes for right-handers Braden Looper and Tim Redding, according to major-league sources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INDEX:Sports ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/index-sports-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 05:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Patrik Elias (EH'-lee-ash) and Zach Parise (pah-REE'-say) each had four-point nights to lead the New Jersey Devils to a 5-1 win over the Ottawa Senators. 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Mark Kriegel can't believe the Dodgers are acting like a small-market team.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Mets to make push for righty Redding]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/sources-mets-to-make-push-for-righty-redding.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets, trying to create additional options for their rotation, are attempting to sign free-agent right-hander Tim Redding, major-league sources say.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[White Sox staying true to youth movement]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/white-sox-staying-true-to-youth-movement.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[We laughed when Ken Williams said the ChiSox would stay young. Ken Rosenthal says Chicago's youth movement is getting serious.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ZDURIENCIK'S M'S BEGIN TO TAKE SHAPE\ SO FAR, THE TEAM'S SHORT ON OFFENSE, STRONG ON DEFENSE ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/zduriencik-s-m-s-begin-to-take-shape-so-far-the-team-s-short-on-offense-strong-on-defense-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Say one thing for Mariners general manager Jack Zduriencik - he hasn't been shy about remaking the roster.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers a big letdown this winter]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/dodgers-a-big-letdown-this-winter.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rafael Furcal? That's it? The shortstop they already had? Mark Kriegel can't believe the Dodgers are acting like a small-market team.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1829.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1830.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Phillies shortstop Jimmy Rollins created a stir two winters ago by declaring Philadelphia the NL East's 2007 "team to beat," despite the Mets coming within a game of reaching the World Series the previous postseason. Mets center fielder Carlos Beltran tri]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1831.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Scott Schoeneweis, who will make $3.8 million in 2009, was traded to the Diamondbacks in a salary dump. 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The Mets obtained RHP Connor Robertson in exchange. --Ken Oberkfell was officially named manager of Class AAA Buffalo, the Mets' new affiliate in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[No putzing around: Mets introduce new setup man]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/no-putzing-around-mets-introduce-new-setup-man.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[J.J. Putz was honest: He would like to be closing games next season rather than setting up someone else's saves.Still, the big reliever insisted he's enthusiastic about his eighth-inning job with the New York Mets, who landed record-setting closer Francis]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[For Mets, it's a numbers game]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/for-mets-it-s-a-numbers-game.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jerry Manuel helped Francisco Rodriguez slip on his new Mets jersey - No. 75.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MAINE DEALS PHILS BRUSHBACK PITCH ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/maine-deals-phils-brushback-pitch-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MET NOTES]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's K-Rod, not Sabathia, who craves the New York spotlight ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/it-s-k-rod-not-sabathia-who-craves-the-new-york-spotlight-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The $37 million that the Mets agreed to pay Francisco Rodriguez to be their closer for the next three years is the primary reason he was in a blue and orange No. 75 jersey yesterday. There is no mistaking that.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[METS: Year Christmas came early]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-year-christmas-came-early.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A Mets executive called yesterday a "great day for Mets fans," which it certainly appeared to be. Francisco Rodriguez was in the house, and the grins of Mets personnel seemed to stretch from Long Island City - where K-Rod's "Welcome to New York" news conf]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[RHAPSODY IN BLUE]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/rhapsody-in-blue.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though they didn't keep him on their major league staff for 2009, Ken Oberkfell still has true blue feelings for theNewYorkMets. He should fit right in with the Buffalo Bisons' new look next season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets say they are not for sale]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-say-they-are-not-for-sale.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jeff Wilpon's phone rang last Thursday and his father was on the line."He said, 'Bernie was arrested by the FBI.' I'm like, 'No way,"' the New York Mets chief operating officer recalled Wednesday.So Wilpon started searching the Internet for details on how]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[FRANK STATEMENT]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/frank-statement.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Francisco Rodriguez didn't waste any time jumping into the middle of the Mets-Phillies rivalry.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[DYKSTRA DROPS THE BALL - UNPAID BILLS, CHANGING EDITORS AT PLAYERS CLUB ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/dykstra-drops-the-ball-unpaid-bills-changing-editors-at-players-club-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[FORMERNewYorkMets outfielder Lenny Dykstra appears to be striking out with his magazine, Players Club.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SECOND ERROR BELTS WILPON - FRED'S $500M WALLOP ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/second-error-belts-wilpon-fred-s-500m-wallop-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NewYorkMets owner Fred Wilpon's estimated $500 million loss in history's largest Ponzi scheme isn't his only investment strikeout.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets say they're not for sale despite Madoff scandal]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-say-they-re-not-for-sale-despite-madoff-scandal.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets say the money lost by their ownership group in Bernard Madoff's alleged Ponzi scam will not affect team operations.Mets chief operating officer Jeff Wilpon says some individual partners lost money. He said Wednesday the case does not aff]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1814.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1815.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets blew 29 saves last season, so general manager Omar Minaya headed to the winter meetings looking to shore up the back end of the bullpen. Did he ever. Not only did Minaya sign record-setting closer Francisco Rodriguez to a three-year, $37 million ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1816.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Scott Schoeneweis was dealt to the Diamondbacks for RHP Connor Robertson, as the Mets shed another piece of the bullpen that melted down in September. New York will pay $1.6 million of the $3.6 million Schoeneweis is owed in 2009, the final year of ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1802.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1803.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets blew 29 saves last season, so general manager Omar Minaya headed to the winter meetings looking to shore up the back end of the bullpen. Did he ever. Not only did Minaya sign record-setting closer Francisco Rodriguez to a three-year, $37 million ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1804.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Scott Schoeneweis was dealt to the Diamondbacks for RHP Connor Robertson, as the Mets shed another piece of the bullpen that melted down in September. New York will pay $1.6 million of the $3.6 million Schoeneweis is owed in 2009, the final year of ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Signing Teixeira would help Yanks derail BoSox]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/signing-teixeira-would-help-yanks-derail-bosox.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[... if the Yankees sign Mark Teixeira, they'd really stick it to the Red Sox. Ken Rosenthal says that's reason enough to get it done.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maybe a return to a time when cheap seats really were cheap would be good for everyone ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/maybe-a-return-to-a-time-when-cheap-seats-really-were-cheap-would-be-good-for-everyone-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. - You wouldn't know it from the way the Yankees are throwing boatloads of cash at any major-league pitcher who can still raise his arm above his shoulder, but the economy's in the ditch.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[K-Rod is delusional, Phillies are team to beat]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/k-rod-is-delusional-phillies-are-team-to-beat.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[K-Rod is running his mouth and Dayn Perry can't believe his ears. Hey, Frankie, the defending champs play in your new division.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets upstaged Yanks with addition of two relievers ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-upstaged-yanks-with-addition-of-two-relievers-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nice recession, huh? Guess that word didn't get toNewYork as theYankees and Mets were the biggest winners at last week's winter meetings. What happened in Vegas won't stay in Vegas, however, as it figures to have big impact on the standings next year and ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets upstaged Yanks with addition of two relievers  2008-12-16]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-upstaged-yanks-with-addition-of-two-relievers--1795.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nice recession, huh? Guess that word didn't get to New York as the Yankees and Mets were the biggest winners at last week's winter meetings. What happened in Vegas won't stay in Vegas, however, as it figures to have big impact on the standings next year a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Stadiums Are Perversely Perfect Symbols of the City Right Now]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-stadiums-are-perversely-perfect-symbols-of-the-city-right-now.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reasons to Love New York: #27. Because Our New Stadiums Are Perversely Perfect Symbols of the City Right Now]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tigers can't close deal in Vegas]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/tigers-can-t-close-deal-in-vegas.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS -- To borrow the title of an old Meat Loaf song, "Two Out of Three Ain't Bad" describes theDetroitTigers' endeavors at Baseball's winter meetings, which ended Thursday at the Bellagio.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees Capitalism]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/yankees-capitalism.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pro sports are not immune to the economic collapse: The NFL is laying off 10 percent of its corporate workforce, Baseball agents are sweating to find teams for all their clients, and only half the NBA franchises make a profit. Yet last week, the Yankees a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2008-12-15]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1799.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Scott Schoeneweis was dealt to the Diamondbacks for RHP Connor Robertson, as the Mets shed another piece of the bullpen that melted down in September. New York will pay $1.6 million of the $3.6 million Schoeneweis is owed in 2009, the final year of ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2008-12-15]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1800.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2008-12-15]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1801.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 05:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets blew 29 saves last season, so general manager Omar Minaya headed to the winter meetings looking to shore up the back end of the bullpen. Did he ever. Not only did Minaya sign record-setting closer Francisco Rodriguez to a three-year, $37 million ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2008-12-15]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1785.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Scott Schoeneweis was dealt to the Diamondbacks for RHP Connor Robertson, as the Mets shed another piece of the bullpen that melted down in September. New York will pay $1.6 million of the $3.6 million Schoeneweis is owed in 2009, the final year of ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2008-12-15]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1786.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2008-12-15]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1787.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets blew 29 saves last season, so general manager Omar Minaya headed to the winter meetings looking to shore up the back end of the bullpen. Did he ever. Not only did Minaya sign record-setting closer Francisco Rodriguez to a three-year, $37 million ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[K-Rod confident Mets will reign ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/k-rod-confident-mets-will-reign-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NOTEBOOK]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[METS: Opening salvo from the new closer]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-opening-salvo-from-the-new-closer.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Francisco Rodriguez didn't even wait for his first save to jump into the war of words between the Mets and Phillies.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oberkfell to manage '09 Bisons ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/oberkfell-to-manage-09-bisons-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Buffalo Bisons' new parent made it official Friday, as theNewYorkMets named former major-league infielder Ken Oberkfell manager of the Herd for 2009.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oberkfell to manage '09 Bisons  2008-12-14]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/oberkfell-to-manage-09-bisons--1791.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Buffalo Bisons' new parent made it official Friday, as the New York Mets named former major-league infielder Ken Oberkfell manager of the Herd for 2009.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HOT STOVE RUMOR MILL ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/hot-stove-rumor-mill-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Fighting words]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hitting jackpots in Vegas]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/hitting-jackpots-in-vegas.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS ? There are few Baseball axioms as irrefutable as this: when the Yankees and Mets start revving the dollar engines, take cover. It?s limitless wealth against an industry-wide recession ? matter versus anti-matter ? which is great news for Octobe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Report: Mets owner victimized in Wall St. scam]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/report-mets-owner-victimized-in-wall-st-scam.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York Mets owner Fred Wilpon and former Philadelphia Eagles owner Norman Braman were among the dozens of seemingly sophisticated investors who placed money on what could prove to be history's largest financial scam, amounting to tens of billions of dol]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yanks shedding salaries to go after more players]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/yanks-shedding-salaries-to-go-after-more-players.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By shedding salaries like Carl Pavano's $11 million, the Yankees can add players and still cut costs. Ken Rosenthal explains.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[PUTZ EXCITED FOR CHANGE, SAD TO UPROOT HIS FAMILY ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/putz-excited-for-change-sad-to-uproot-his-family-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Thursday morning, J.J. Putz faced one of the toughest tasks of his Baseball career.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MARINERS LOOK TO BOLSTER OFFENSE ZDURIENCIK ADDS NINE, SAYS HE ISN'T FINISHED ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mariners-look-to-bolster-offense-zduriencik-adds-nine-says-he-isn-t-finished-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[OK, now what?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Braves Blog]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/braves-blog.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Thursday, December 11, 2008, 11:37 AM]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zduriencik's art of the deal ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/zduriencik-s-art-of-the-deal-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS Barely an hour before completing a whopper of a first career trade, new Mariners general manager Jack Zduriencik gave his take on the art of deal-making.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[K-Rod: 'We're going to be the team to beat']]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/k-rod-we-re-going-to-be-the-team-to-beat-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Francisco Rodriguez has a message for the Philadelphia Phillies and the rest of the NL East."Of course, we're going to try to win the division. Of course, we're going to be the front-runner. Of course, we're going to be the team to beat," he said Saturday]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[D-Backs acquire Schoeneweis from Mets]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/d-backs-acquire-schoeneweis-from-mets.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets traded left-hander Scott Schoeneweis to the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday, cutting loose one of the most maligned members of last season's shaky bullpen.Schoeneweis went 0-3 with a blown save and a 5.40 ERA in September as New York coll]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[D-backs acquire reliever Schoeneweis from Mets]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/d-backs-acquire-reliever-schoeneweis-from-mets.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets have traded reliever Scott Schoeneweis to the Arizona Diamondbacks.The Mets received right-hander Connor Robertson in Friday's deal and agreed to pay $1.6 million of Schoeneweis' $3.6 million salary for 2009.Schoeneweis was 2-6 with a 3.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees the only high rollers in Vegas]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/yankees-the-only-high-rollers-in-vegas.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The recession has rocked the sports world. It's left Vegas a ghost town. So Mark Kriegel asks: How do the Yankees keep spending?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1774.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets' relief staff helped cause a late-season meltdown in 2008, so a revamping of the bullpen was in order. That was taken care of at the winter meetings, when GM Omar Minaya signed free agent closer Francisco Rodriguez and traded for J.J. Putz, who w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1775.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets blew 29 saves last season, so general manager Omar Minaya headed to the winter meetings looking to shore up the back end of the bullpen. Did he ever. Not only did Minaya sign record-setting closer Francisco Rodriguez to a three-year, $37 million ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1776.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHPs Darren O'Day and Rocky Cherry were selected by the Mets in the Rule 5 draft, from the Angels and Orioles, respectively. O'Day is a sidearm reliever like Joe Smith, who was shipped to Cleveland in the J.J. Putz three-team deal. O'Day is rehabbing a ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phils' Hamels takes swipe at Mets in radio interview 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/phils-hamels-takes-swipe-at-mets-in-radio-interview-1777.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 05:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Phillies ace Cole Hamels called the New York Mets "choke artists" in an interview on the Mets' flagship radio station Thursday, becoming the latest star to stoke the rivalry between the NL East powers.Philadelphia has rallied past the Mets to win the divi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees have ace high, Mets flush ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/yankees-have-ace-high-mets-flush-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Gather thousands of Baseball executives, player agents and reporters under one roof for four days, and big news is sure to happen.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Braves go 0-for-Vegas, but deals still possible ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/braves-go-0-for-vegas-but-deals-still-possible-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Las Vegas --- Available later today at the Braves' team store: Shirts with the slogan "My team's brass spent four days in Las Vegas and all we got was this crummy T-shirt."]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hamels takes swipe at Mets in radio interview]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/hamels-takes-swipe-at-mets-in-radio-interview.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Phillies ace Cole Hamels called the New York Mets "choke artists" in an interview on the Mets' flagship radio station Thursday, becoming the latest star to stoke the rivalry between the NL East powers.Philadelphia has rallied past the Mets to win the divi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners trade Putz, 3 others]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mariners-trade-putz-3-others.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS For the first time in days, a relaxed J.J. Putz had felt confident he wasn't going to be traded.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Putz goes to Mets in 3-way deal ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/putz-goes-to-mets-in-3-way-deal-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS - The next time AC/DC's "Thunderstruck" blasts through the sound system at Safeco Field it's likely to be for somebody other than belovedSeattleMariners closer J.J. Putz.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phils' Hamels takes swipe at Mets in radio interview]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/phils-hamels-takes-swipe-at-mets-in-radio-interview.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Phillies ace Cole Hamels called the New York Mets "choke artists" in an interview on the Mets' flagship radio station Thursday, becoming the latest star to stoke the rivalry between the NL East powers.Philadelphia has rallied past the Mets to win the divi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Herd through the grapevine  ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/herd-through-the-grapevine-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[---The Bisons lost a potential power bat late Wednesday night when theNewYorkMets included 1B/LF Mike Carp in the three-team trade with Seattle that got J.J. Putz to New York. Carp, 22, was expected to be one of the better prospect bats in Buffalo this se]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The hard part will soon begin ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/the-hard-part-will-soon-begin-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MAJOR LEAGUE Baseball Sabathia and K-Rod are swimming in free-agent dollars, now they must deliver on the field The Yankees get to be the Milwaukee Brewers now.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Putz goes to Mets in 3-team trade with Indians]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/putz-goes-to-mets-in-3-team-trade-with-indians.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets overhauled their much-maligned bullpen with two big moves Wednesday, obtaining J.J. Putz from Seattle as part of a three-team, 12-player trade that gives them a setup man for new closer Francisco Rodriguez.Hours after completing a $37 mi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Putz doesn't want to be setup man ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/putz-doesn-t-want-to-be-setup-man-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[J.J. Putz does not want to be a setup man, according to his agent, Craig Landis, but his change in roles could lead to him becoming a free agent one year earlier.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2008-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1756.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets have two vacancies to fill in the rotation, behind Johan Santana, Mike Pelfrey and John Maine. They also have vacancies at closer and left field. 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Pe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2008-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1758.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chief operating officer Jeff Wilpon defended Citigroup's half-billion-dollar naming-rights deal with the team while giving a tour of the new stadium to media members. Citigroup has committed $500 million to the sponsorship deal over 20 years -- $100 milli]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[K-Rod and Mets finalize $37M, 3-year deal]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/k-rod-and-mets-finalize-37m-3-year-deal.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Francisco Rodriguez put on his hard hat and a New York Mets jacket as he posed for photos Wednesday at Citi Field.General manager Omar Minaya has the closer he desperately needed. The rest of his team is still under construction - just like the Mets' new ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Mets acquire Putz from Seattle]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/sources-mets-acquire-putz-from-seattle.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets have acquired a setup man for new closer Francisco Rodriguez &#151; and that setup man is another closer from the American League West.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[K-Rod, Mets finalize $37M deal]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/k-rod-mets-finalize-37m-deal.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Francisco Rodriguez and the New York Mets completed their $37 million, three-year contract on Wednesday.Rodriguez saved 62 games for the Los Angeles Angels this year, five more than the previous Major League Baseball mark set by Bobby Thigpen of the Chica]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[METS: Case now closed with K-Rod]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-case-now-closed-with-k-rod.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS - In Francisco Rodriguez, the Mets have found the perfect solution to their biggest problem.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels couldn't save this situation]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/angels-couldn-t-save-this-situation.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Mike Scioscia said Francisco Rodriguez "is as good a closer as there is in the game," but the Angels made virtually no attempt this winter to retain the right-hander, who on Tuesday agreed to a three-year, $37-million deal with the New York Mets.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2008-12-10]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1747.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Francisco Rodriguez, to the surprise of no one, will be the Mets' new closer. Rodriguez accepted a three-year, $37 million deal that also includes some incentive clauses. --LHP Oliver Perez was the lone free agent offered arbitration by the Mets. Pe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2008-12-10]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1748.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets have two vacancies to fill in the rotation, behind Johan Santana, Mike Pelfrey and John Maine. They also have vacancies at closer and left field. BIGGEST NEEDS: The Mets' bullpen blew 29 saves in 2008, and a revamping of the bullpen is in order.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2008-12-10]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1749.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chief operating officer Jeff Wilpon defended Citigroup's half-billion-dollar naming-rights deal with the team while giving a tour of the new stadium to media members. Citigroup has committed $500 million to the sponsorship deal over 20 years -- $100 milli]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AP sources: K-Rod, Mets agree at $37M]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/ap-sources-k-rod-mets-agree-at-37m.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Desperate for a closer, the New York Mets landed the top one available: Francisco Rodriguez.Now, they have to figure out how to hand him the lead.Coming off a record-setting season, Rodriguez reached a preliminary agreement Tuesday with the Mets on a $37 ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[K-Rod will have to step up his game in the NL East]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/k-rod-will-have-to-step-up-his-game-in-the-nl-east.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets think they got their man by signing K-Rod. But Gerry Fraley isn't convinced this vaults them past the Phillies in the NL East.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Mets, K-Rod agree to 3-year, $37M deal]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/sources-mets-k-rod-agree-to-3-year-37m-deal.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New York Mets have reached an agreement in principle with All-Star closer Francisco Rodriguez on a three-year, $37 million contract, according to major-league sources. The deal includes a $14 million vesting option for a fourth year that would raise t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[He'll be receptive to offers Varitek expected to decline arbitration ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/he-ll-be-receptive-to-offers-varitek-expected-to-decline-arbitration-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 05:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS - Jason Varitek's agent, Scott Boras, has a lot of confidence that his client will have some options in the free agent market before all is said and done. The Red Sox captain was expected to decline salary arbitration last night according to a s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets meet with free-agent closers, make offers]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-meet-with-free-agent-closers-make-offers.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Everyone knows the New York Mets need a closer, so general manager Omar Minaya is keeping his options open.Just one more way of playing the odds here in Vegas.Eager to shore up their inadequate bullpen, the Mets started pursuing free-agent relievers as so]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets, Yankees ask NY for more bonds]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-yankees-ask-ny-for-more-bonds.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Yankees and Mets baseball teams are asking New York for $450 million more in public bonds to finance their new ballparks, on top of nearly $1.5 billion they were already granted, according to the city's Economic Development Corp.The teams requested th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dye deal not close]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/dye-deal-not-close.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While the White Sox awaited word on whether free agent Orlando Cabrera would decline their salary arbitration offer, two trade scenarios were shot down Sunday night on the eve of the winter meetings.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cabrera won't return to Sox]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/cabrera-won-t-return-to-sox.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The White Sox learned late Sunday that free-agent shortstop Orlando Cabrera had declined the team's salary arbitration offer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Cardinals serious about Burnett 2008-12-08]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/sources-cardinals-serious-about-burnett-1744.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A.J. Burnett finished the 2008 season in Toronto, but sources tell Ken Rosenthal the Cardinals are seeking the righty's services.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[He'll be receptive to offers As expected, Varitek declines arbitration ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/he-ll-be-receptive-to-offers-as-expected-varitek-declines-arbitration-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS - Jason Varitek's agent, Scott Boras, has a lot of confidence that his client will have some options in the free agent market before all is said and done. The Red Sox captain, as expected, declined salary arbitration last night, which will allow]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Cardinals serious about Burnett]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/sources-cardinals-serious-about-burnett.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A.J. Burnett finished the 2008 season in Toronto, but sources tell Ken Rosenthal the Cardinals are seeking the righty's services.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets to meet with agents of free-agent closer targets]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/mets-to-meet-with-agents-of-free-agent-closer-targets.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets in the next 24 hours will meet with the agents for the top closers on the free-agent market &#151; Francisco Rodriguez, Brian Fuentes and Kerry Wood.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MORNING BRIEFING]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/morning-briefing.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joan Hodges tries not to build her hopes up too high.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hard to imagine Teixeira in D.C., no matter the price]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/hard-to-imagine-teixeira-in-d-c-no-matter-the-price.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's about money, not wins and losses, for Scott Boras' clients. But Ken Rosenthal still can't see Mark Teixeira signing with the Nats.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[WINTER MEETINGS: Set to make their pitch ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/winter-meetings-set-to-make-their-pitch-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brian Cashman and Omar Minaya will arrive in Las Vegas today, just about five weeks after they arrived in Dana Point, Calif., for the general managers' meetings.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[7TH-INNING STRETCH ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/7th-inning-stretch-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[THREE TEAMS DEFYING THE RECESSION]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sabathia to Red Sox isn't far-fetched 2008-12-07]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/sabathia-to-red-sox-isn-t-far-fetched-1739.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The BoSox always try to stick it to the Yanks. Why not sign CC Sabathia then? Ken Rosenthal says he'd be a nice fit in Boston.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will Minnesota Twins make headlines at baseball's winter meetings this week? ]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/will-minnesota-twins-make-headlines-at-baseball-s-winter-meetings-this-week-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baseball's winter meetings are always four or five hectic, work-intensive days, Twins general manager Bill Smith insists, crammed with meetings and trade talks and free-agent negotiations. With all that activity, you never know when the Twins will make he]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sabathia to Red Sox isn't far-fetched]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/sabathia-to-red-sox-isn-t-far-fetched.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The BoSox always try to stick it to the Yanks. Why not sign CC Sabathia then? Ken Rosenthal says he'd be a nice fit in Boston.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's gonna happen]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/it-s-gonna-happen.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs raised prices on most of their seats for the 2009 season while freezing or slightly reducing the cost of others and adding another premium-level tier to the pricing structure.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1730.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets have two vacancies to fill in the rotation, behind Johan Santana, Mike Pelfrey and John Maine. They also have vacancies at closer and left field. BIGGEST NEEDS: The Mets' bullpen blew 29 saves in 2008, and a revamping of the bullpen is in order. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Notes, Quotes 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-notes-quotes-1731.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Oliver Perez was the lone free agent offered arbitration by the Mets. Perez is a Type A free agent, meaning the Mets will receive two draft picks if he signs elsewhere. The Mets declined arbitration offers to LF Moises Alou and RHP Luis Ayala. --1B/]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Inside Pitch 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-inside-pitch-1732.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chief operating officer Jeff Wilpon defended Citigroup's half-billion-dollar naming-rights deal with the team while giving a tour of the new stadium to media members. Citigroup has committed $500 million to the sponsorship deal over 20 years -- $100 milli]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Mets Roster Report 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.metsground.com/news/new-york-mets-roster-report-1723.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2008 05:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets have two vacancies to fill in the rotation, behind Johan Santana, Mike Pelfrey and John Maine. They also have vacancies at closer and left field. 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