Bernard Madoff's jacket, watch auctioned in NYC Nov 15, 2009
The fallen financier's blue satin New York Mets baseball jacket with his surname stitched on the back was valued at up to $720 but sold for $14,500. Two pairs of Ruth Madoff's diamond dangle earrings sold for $70,000 each, far beyond their pre-sale estimates of $9,800 and $21,400. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Business)
Brewers Decline Looper Option Nov 14, 2009
The 35-year-old Looper had spent the previous three seasons with the St. Louis Cardinals and has also pitched for the Florida Marlins and New York Mets in his 12-year big league career. ABC 7 Talkback. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Backman tapped to manage Cyclones Nov 14, 2009
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EDITORIAL: Thumbs up, thumbs down Nov 14, 2009
New York Mets outfielder Jeff Francoeur underwent successful surgery to repair a tear of the collateral ligament in his left thumb Monday in Atlanta. The 25-year-old Francoeur tore the ligament in the thumb in a game against the Phillies on August 23 at Citi Field. (Fresno Bee)
Failed Overbay Deal Is Revealing Nov 14, 2009
--Bo Porter was named the third base coach to replace Chip Hale, who has accepted a job as the New York Mets' third base coach. Porter, who spent parts of three seasons in the major leagues, was the third base coach and outfield coach the last three seasons with the Florida Marlins. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Big Apple Baseball Nov 14, 2009
Cayuga County has plenty of New York Mets and New York Yankees baseball fans, and one thing cannot be debated about either of these teams -- they're always interesting. Through this blog, Ryan Day and Kristin Kowaleski-Wolford of The Citizen's sports department will offer insight and observations on the New York baseball clubs as they journey through the 2009 season. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Sports stars take over Wilmington for a weekend Nov 13, 2009
Vaughn, former baseball player for the Boston Red Sox in 1991-1998, the Anaheim Angels in1999-2000, and New York Mets in 2002-2003, said he has been in a real estate business called Omni New York LLC, located in Manhattan, NY.. When I retired I got into the real estate business where I do affordable housing nationwide, said Vaughn. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Ex-ESPN worker who had affair with Phillips: Confronted his wife so he'd stop pursuing her Nov 13, 2009
FILE - In this Oct. 28, 2002, file photo, New York Mets general manager Steve Phillips is shown during a news conference at Shea Stadiium in New York. A former ESPN production assistant whose affair with broadcaster Steve Phillips led to their firings says she confronted his wife only so he would stop pursuing her. (FOX61, CT)
* Phillies Victorino and Rollins pick up more Gold Gloves Nov 13, 2009
Third baseman Ryan Zimmerman replaced the New York Mets David Wright, a boyhood friend, and became only the second Washington player to win the award, joining catcher Earl Battey of the original Senators in 1960. Houston outfielder Michael Bourn and Dodgers outfielder Matt Kemp also were first-time winners. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
What a steal! Madoffs homes get price cut Nov 12, 2009
An auction is scheduled for Saturday at a Sheraton hotel in Manhattan of items once used by Madoff and his wife Ruth, including Rolex watches, Hermes and Prada handbags, and a satin New York Mets baseball jacket emblazoned with Madoff's name. Proceeds are expected to be at least several hundred thousand dollars, according to low estimates from the U.S. Marshals Service and Gaston & Sheehan Auctioneers Inc. and also go to Madoff victims. (MSNBC -- Business)
Rico Brogna To Manage 2010 BayBears Nov 12, 2009
Rico Brogna played Major League Baseball for nine seasons with the Detroit Tigers, New York Mets, Philadelphia Phillies, Boston Red Sox, and finally the Atlanta Braves ... After reaching the big leagues in 1992, Rico was traded to the New York Mets, with whom he would post a career-best ... "Rico is a players manager, added Brett Butler, a former BayBears manager and New York Mets teammate of Brognas. He is just a quality human being and an excellent communicator. He will be a great... (Arizona, TheInsiders.com)
SNY Heats Up 'Mets Hot Stove,' Turns Back Clock On 1962-1988 Seasons Nov 12, 2009
The series, covering all the news, notes and rumors surrounding the New York Mets, will bow on Nov. 12 at 7 p.m. Hosted by Mets field reporter Kevin Burkhardt, Mets Hot Stove will feature live commentary from a number of panelists. SNY's MLB insider Jon Heyman, the team's centerfielder Carlos Beltran, Newsday's David Lennon and WFAN's Ed Coleman will participate on the first show. (Multichannel News)
Path of the Pros: Nelson Cruz Nov 12, 2009
Cruz was signed by the New York Mets in February 1998 at the age of 17 but it took him 11 years to become a Major League All-Star, a journey that included a number of twists and turns. The native of the Dominican Republic was traded three times before finding a permanent home with the Texas Rangers. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Victor Zambrano's mother rescued in Venezuela Nov 12, 2009
Zambrano played for Tampa Bay, the New York Mets, Toronto and Baltimore over seven seasons. The right-hander had a career record of 45-44 with a 4. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Ellen Gellert (5) Nov 11, 2009
Published: Tuesday, November 10, 2009 2:13 AM EST Ellen Gellert, fantastic wife of Joe Gellert, loving mother to Stephen and Molly Gellert and loyal fan of the New York Mets, surpassed the Yankees' 27 World Championships with her 30 consecutive Worlds Best Mom titles. She passed away while surrounded by her devoted family on Saturday, November 7, 2009 in her home in Chappaqua, New York. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Baseball GMs come to Chicago for brief meeting Nov 11, 2009
The New York Mets, who slid to 70-92 during an injury-filled season, could be active, general manager Omar Minaya said. They had an opening-day payroll of nearly $136 million this season, second only to the Yankees' $201 million. (FindLaw News)
Foreclosure suit hits site of baseball school Nov 10, 2009
Frozen Ropes was founded in 1989 by former college baseball player Tony Abbatine, a hitting coach whose prize pupils include Los Angeles Dodgers slugger Manny Ramirez and New York Mets third baseman David Wright. Mr. Abbatine has also been a player development consultant to several major teams, according to the Web site for the company, which has 30 locations in U.S. and one in Verona, Italy. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Lincecum, Sandoval vying for awards Nov 10, 2009
867 OPS, 37 homers, 80 RBIs) and the New York Mets' David Wright. 308. (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
PHOTOS: See some of Madoff's riches up for auction Nov 10, 2009
This blue satin and orange-trimmed New York Mets jacket bearing Madoff's name is tentatively valued at $500 to $720. p>" /> Photos 11/10/2009 Madoff's riches up for auction Bernard Madoff's previous life of luxury and wealth will be on display soon as the U.S. Marshals Service auctions off some of his possessions to try and raise money for victims of the fallen financier's Ponzi scheme. This blue satin and orange-trimmed New York Mets jacket bearing Madoff's name is tentatively valued at $500 to... (USA Today -- Money)
CD's Connect the Dots..Their Place In The Sun Nov 10, 2009
An interesting and somewhat provocative choice might well be the 6'5" Troy Glaus, most recently with the St. Louis Cardinals. As recently as 2008, Glaus slugged 27 home runs and knocked in 99 runs in the cavernous reaches of Busch Stadium and might well provide the Phils with a stellar right-handed bat to offset the dominant lefty stances of Utley, Howard and Ibanez in the middle of the order. Glaus has had injury problems off and on for years now but at 33 years of age, might well be worth a... (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Mother of former major league pitcher Victor Zambrano kidnapped in Venezuela Nov 9, 2009
Zambrano played seven big league seasons for Tampa Bay, the New York Mets, Toronto and Baltimore. The right-hander has a career record of 45-44 with a 4. (FOX61, CT)
Braves could look to make deals Nov 9, 2009
The Braves shipped Francoeur to the New York Mets on July 10, and the Marlins traded Hermida to Boston last week. The Braves got outfielder Ryan Church in the swap for Francoeur, and it's unclear if they'll even tender a contract to Church this winter. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Giants' Molina files for free agency Nov 7, 2009
Teams expected to be seeking catching help include Cleveland, Houston, Seattle, Tampa Bay, Toronto (unless Rod Barajas is re-signed), Washington and the New York Mets. Right-handers Bob Howry and Brad Penny, infielder Juan Uribe and outfielder Randy Winn became the first Giants to declare free agency when the filing period began Thursday. (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
Mets decline $9.1M option on Putz for next year Nov 7, 2009
New York Mets decline $9. 1 millionoption on J.J.Putz for 2010 - MLB - SI.com. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Mets decline $9.1 million option on reliever Putz Nov 7, 2009
New York Mets decline $9. 1 million option on reliever J.J. Putz - ESPN. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Hurdle Named New Rangers Hitting Coach Nov 6, 2009
259 with 32 homers and 193 RBIs in 515 games for Kansas City, Cincinnati, the New York Mets and St. Louis. He hit. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Mariners add pitcher Yusmeiro Petit Nov 6, 2009
The New York Mets originally signed him as a non-drafted free agent in 2001. He was traded to the Marlins following the 2005 season as part of the Carlos Delgado trade. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Gibson: Three days' rest is plenty Nov 4, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Roy's new book: Read an from "Hard Work: A Life On and Off the Court". (News & Observer -- Sports)
Mets' Francoeur Undergoes Thumb Surgery Nov 4, 2009
(Sports Network) - New York Mets outfielder Jeff Francoeur underwent successful surgery to repair a tear of the collateral ligament in his left thumb Monday in Atlanta. The 25-year-old Francoeur tore the ligament in the thumb in a game against the Phillies on August 23 at Citi Field. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Inside the Dugout Nov 3, 2009
InsidetheDugout wrote on Aug 5, 2009 5:23 PM:" The Doubledays and Lake Monsters have gotten in some batting practice today and everyone looks pretty sharp. Tonight should be interesting. Former Doubleday and current Lake Monster Adam Amar doesn't look like a player that has been struggling. Even if I hadn't talked to him before the game, he looks confident -- as well he should after last night's home run in his first at-bat. Tonight, the usual DH will be playing first base for Vermont. Last... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Mets' Francoeur has surgery Nov 3, 2009
NEW YORK Mets right fielder Jeff Francoeur has undergone thumb surgery and is expected to be ready for spring training. The Mets said the operation on Francoeur's torn ligament in his left thumb took place in Atlanta on Monday. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Victorino hurts hand on hit by pitch Nov 3, 2009
The New York Mets accused the Phillies of stealing signs through a center-field camera in 2007. Yankees manager Joe Girardi said sign-stealing concerns were only one reason for the frequent mound visits. (MSNBC -- Sports)
TALE OF THE TAPE: Chad Ochocinco vs. Andre Agassi Nov 3, 2009
Wall Street vs. New York Mets ... New York Knicks vs. New York Mets. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
Mets' Francoeur has surgery on thumb ligament Nov 3, 2009
New York Mets' Jeff Francoeur has surgery on thumb ligament - ESPN. Updated: November 2, 2009, 4:49 PM ET. (ESPN -- Baseball)
A look at the top 10 US bankruptcies Nov 2, 2009
The trustee overseeing jailed financier Bernard Madoff's assets has labeled the New York Mets winners in the epic fraud. He says the baseball team made nearly $48 million in the Ponzi scheme. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Atlanta businesswoman to buy Atlanta Dream Oct 30, 2009
2:55 p.m. Thursday, October 29, 2009. Atlanta businesswoman Kathy Betty to buy WNBA team. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Satchel Paige vs. Babe Ruth Oct 29, 2009
or Would the 1962 New York Mets have lost to the 2003 Detroit Tigers. Until this month, though, it was impossible to answer the question What if baseball commissioner Kenesaw Mountain Landis hadn't been such a stubborn bigot. (Slate)
Burke's turnaround year earns reward Oct 27, 2009
" Several Major League teams, including the New York Mets, San Diego Padres and Cleveland Indians, take advantage of their academies in the Dominican Republic to send Minor League players for extra work in the winter. Ryne Sandberg, who wrapped up his third season as a Minor League manager, spent a few weeks there to get a better feel for his players. "As an industry, we have facilities in the Dominican that a lot of teams feel confident they can go there, and send their players there, and take... (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Pettyjohn still wants the ball Oct 24, 2009
68 ERA for Louisville before being released and then signed by New York Mets Triple-A franchise Buffalo, where he went 3-5 with a 3. 56. (Fresno Bee)
Big Apple Baseball Oct 24, 2009
Cayuga County has plenty of New York Mets and New York Yankees baseball fans, and one thing cannot be debated about either of these teams -- they're always interesting. Through this blog, Ryan Day and Kristin Kowaleski-Wolford of The Citizen's sports department will offer insight and observations on the New York baseball clubs as they journey through the 2009 season. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Indians interview Valentine for manager job Oct 23, 2009
Former New York Mets manager Bobby Valentine talks with the media Thursday, Oct. 22, 2009, in Cleveland ... Back after six years in Japan, the former New York Mets manager had his second interview with the Indians on Thursday. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Valentine interviews with Indians Oct 23, 2009
That's something Valentine, who has managed in the Majors for 15 years and took the New York Mets to the World Series in 2000, isn't completely sure he wants to be involved with. "I don't know that's exactly the thing I want to do right now, either," Valentine said. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Veteran umpires will work Series Oct 23, 2009
Indians interview Valentine: Back after six years in Japan, former New York Mets manager Bobby Valentine had his second interview with the Cleveland Indians on Thursday. The 59-year-old admitted he has a lot of catching up to do after being away from the major leagues but would embrace the opportunity to take over in Cleveland. (News & Observer -- Sports)
PIX Completes First Phase of Station Reinvention Oct 22, 2009
In addition, the WPIX has been the official broadcast television home of the New York Mets since 1999. For more information, visit wpix. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Valentine to have second interview with Indians Oct 22, 2009
CLEVELAND - Former New York Mets manager Bobby Valentine will have his second interview with the Cleveland Indians on Thursday. Valentine, who led the Mets to the World Series against the Yankees in 2000, will be the second managerial finalist to have a sit-down interview with the Indians. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Court documents: Mets profited from Madoff Oct 22, 2009
Court documents: New York Mets profited from Bernard Madoff - ESPN ... "As has been stated previously, this has no effect on the operations of the New York Mets," the team said, according to The Wall Street Journal. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Phillies going for rare World Series repeat Oct 22, 2009
1973 Oakland Athletics, beat New York Mets in 7 games ... 2000 New York Yankees, beat New York Mets in 5 games. (News & Observer -- Sports)
In Madoff scheme, Mets are winners Oct 22, 2009
The trustee overseeing Bernard Madoff s assets says the New York Mets made nearly $48 million in the Ponzi scheme ... NEW YORK - The trustee overseeing jailed financier Bernard Madoff s assets has labeled the New York Mets winners in the epic fraud. (Boston Globe)
Pujols undergoes elbow surgery Oct 22, 2009
CLEVELAND - Former New York Mets manager Bobby Valentine will have his second interview with the Cleveland Indians today. Valentine, who led the Mets to the World Series in 2000, will be the second managerial finalist to have a sit-down interview with the Indians. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Break Up the Banks Oct 21, 2009
By Bernhard Warner and Matthew YeomansPosted Wednesday, October 21, 2009 - 4:20am. If you think tougher government oversight will avert future financial calamities, think again. (Slate)
Delta boosts Big Apple presence Oct 21, 2009
Delta also this year became the Official Airline of New York Baseball with its sponsorship of the New York Mets and the New York Yankees. Delta also sponsors the New York City Wine & Food Festival, as well as the Tribeca Film Festival. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Field of dreams: StubHub offers Mets playoff tickets Oct 21, 2009
"Be there alongside your New York Mets as they chase baseball immortality," the e-mail said. "Go to StubHub, where you'll find a fantastic selection of tickets to every playoff game - so you experience the championship chase live and in person.". (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Ticket agent hawks playoff tix for Mets, others Oct 20, 2009
StubHub glitch offers playoff ticket for New York Mets, others - ESPN. Updated: October 19, 2009, 8:11 PM ET. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Peterson to be Crew's pitching coach Oct 20, 2009
Peterson, the former pitching coach with the Oakland A's and New York Mets, worked with Brewers manager Ken Macha and third-base coach Brad Fischer in Oakland, and Brewers bench coach Willie Randolph in New York. Peterson will be charged with helping turn around a Brewers staff that posted the second-highest ERA in the National League this season, including the worst mark among starters (5. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Pirates promote Searage to pitching coach Oct 19, 2009
Searage played seven big league seasons with the New York Mets, Milwaukee Brewers, Chicago White Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers. He started his coaching career in the St. Louis Cardinals' minor league system in 1994. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Mets to talk with Japanese standout Oct 18, 2009
The Official Site of the New York Mets. Search. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Mattingly may be ready to step up to the plate in managerial position Oct 18, 2009
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
Handing Out The Hardware Oct 17, 2009
Although either pitcher cannot match the win total belonging to Webb, Tim Lincecum of the San Francisco Giants and Santana of the New York Mets are more deserving of the award, in 08. Again, this proves why wins/loss record is a misleading, ineffective method for judging a pitchers overall effectiveness. (Boston, TheInsiders.com)
Cubs Trade Cedeno, Olson for M's Heilman Oct 17, 2009
1 IP) in 305 appearances (25 starts) in all or part of the last six seasons with the New York Mets. He has limited opponents to a. (Seattle, TheInsiders.com)
2010 Cardinals Spring Training Schedule Oct 17, 2009
The New York Mets, 33 miles away in Port St. Lucie, are the scheduled opponent seven times. That is one more than the Florida Marlins, who will face the Cardinals six times next spring and share the Roger Dean complex with them. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Perez Signing Analysis Oct 17, 2009
The New York Mets filled their need for a starting pitcher on Monday by re-signing free agent starting pitcher to a three-year, $36-million contract. Once New York target came to terms with the Atlanta Braves (with a fourth year, for more in annual salary), it seemed inevitable that Perez would end up back in Queens. (Milwaukee, TheInsiders.com)
Sign Doug Mientkiewicz to Minor Contract Oct 17, 2009
271 average over 11 Major League seasons with Minnesota (1998-2004), Boston (2004), New York Mets (2005), Kansas City (2006), New York Yankees (2007), and Pittsburgh. He batted. (Toronto, TheInsiders.com)
Rose: Miracle Mets showed the way Oct 17, 2009
The Official Site of the New York Mets ... Howie Rose is the radio voice of the New York Mets on WFAN. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Youth Movement Oct 17, 2009
The New York Mets followed in August of 2006, signing shortstop to a four-year, $23. 25 million deal. (Boston, TheInsiders.com)
Mets' Reyes has surgery on injured right leg Oct 16, 2009
New York Mets' Jose Reyes has surgery on injured right leg - ESPN. Updated: October 15, 2009, 1:55 PM ET. (ESPN -- Baseball)
