Monthly Archive: February 2012

Feb
29

The Forgotten Blog

If you follow me on twitter (@dailystache) you know that I do not shy away from self promotion. Like a carnival barker, I want everyone to know whats going on with the site, with the writers and what we think when it comes to the Mets. One of the things I’m proud of is the …

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Feb
29

The Young and the Restless

Reports have surfaced in recent days mentioning the possibility of a reconciliation between the Mets and oft-injured right hander Chris Young, but the 6-foot-10 pitcher is holding out for a Major League Contract, according to Newsday’s Ken Davidoff. From Davidoff: #Mets remain in touch with free agent RHP Chris Young, but he wants a major-league …

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Feb
28

VIDEO: Someone Needs to Tell John Franco Where the Mets Play

This is for entertainment value more than anything else, and it make me laugh.

Feb
28

Mets Not Pudging on Ivan

According to Mike Puma, Mets’ officials spoke with Ivan “Pudge” Rodriguez as recently as 10 days ago and told the 40-year-old catcher to stay in shape in case they decided to bring him on to be Josh Thole’s backup and mentor. From Puma: A Mets official spoke with Ivan Rodriguez as recently as 10 days …

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Feb
28

Top 10 Mets Prospects of 2012: #6 Wilmer Flores

6. Wilmer Flores, Third Base, Bats: R, Throws: R, Age: 20, ETA: 2014 It is very easy to take a long look at Wilmer Flores and see right through his numbers. The truth is he is a stud amongst a mediocre crop of infield prospects in the New York Mets organization. His frame is impressive, …

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Feb
26

Who We Hate More: The Yankees or the Phillies

Yesterday, I was blessed to be in the presence of the OTHER creator of the Daily Stache, Matthew Falkenbury, He came down to Long Island and we enjoyed a nice day of video games, Rangers’ hockey, food and sports talk. One of the topics that was brought up during the Ranger game is my most …

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Feb
25

UPDATE: Len Berman Responds after Mocking Mets in Video

Anyone else wanna give him a piece of their mind after watching this video? He comes off very arrogant. See for yourself. UPDATE 4:30 p.m.: The one and only Len Berman responded to us on Twitter. Thoughts?  

Feb
24

Bob Geren Takes No. 7: Relax Met Fans

Here’s a precursor. This is yet another post that was inspired by my dear old dad, who believes it was wrong for Bob Geren to take Jose Reyes’ number. Newsflash people: Jose Reyes is a Miami Marlin. He is gone, although he contributed plenty of moments of excitement to the Mets for the past few …

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Feb
24

The Similarities Between Poker and Baseball

The game of poker has become increasingly popular over the last several years.  Many think of it as a simple card game, while others compare poker tournaments to sports like baseball.  There are indeed many similarities between the games of baseball and poker.  Let’s look briefly at a few of them. First, think about the …

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Feb
24

Spring Training Numbers Issued for 2012

      A few days ago, former Mets clubhouse manager Charlie Samuels pleaded guilty to stealing $2.3 million worth of memorabilia from the Mets. As part of his plea bargain he was banned from Citi Field and attending Mets’ games ever again (who actually wins that one?). Samuels during his many years with the Mets organization …

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