Tuesday, September 30, 2008

I'm Not Alone in My Opinions

I watched the afternoon SNY shows and it’s amazing to hear that I’m not alone in my thoughts about the Mets roster. More than one said that Delgado should not be resigned. Everyone agreed that Joe Smith and Brian Stokes were the only relief pitchers that were deserving of return. And everyone questioned the 4 year extension for Omar.

The reason given for not bringing back Delgado was his age, the likelihood that his production will slide, and the fact that he is NOT THE LEADER needed in the clubhouse. Until he leaves, the ability of David Wright and Jose’ Reyes to become the leaders of this team will never happen. Delgado was ruler of the clubhouse during the last 2 rancid seasons and shouldn’t be allowed a third chance. His production wouldn’t be that hard to replace, and his influence is not the type needed on the team. Remember, Delgado is the same player at one time wouldn’t stand during the Pledge of Allegiance and turned his back of the singing of God Bless America.

I'd get Matt Holiday for left field, put Nick Evans on 1st base, or get Mark Tiexara to play there. Send Murphy to winter ball to learn 2nd base, and then the Mets might have a chance to change their September luck. I'd also look at gettting C.C. and K-Rod. Money shouldn't be an issue, and it's time to stop acting like 2nd class sitizens of NYC.

4 comments:

Scrot said...

Of course you meant Matt Holiday for leftfield. Not sure that Roy Halladay would be the power bat we would be looking for. Wouldn't it be sweet if he could play left and pitch every 5th day?

Scrot said...

By the way, did you and Guiness have a falling out?

Anonymous said...

heya dan im back...i wish it would still be you and guiness i love the almost daily updates...and i know imma need them in this long offseason...do you think they could actually get both cc and k rod..say of course if the yankees werent bidding?

Dan the Mets Fan said...

Sorry for the name mix-up. I've been working alot and sometimes I get loopy. LOL.

No falling out with Guinness. He's just way too busy with work and family right now. But maybe that will change sometime in the future.