When You Hit Rockbottom, You Just Pick Up the Pieces

When the Mets were losing terribly earlier this month, everyone were bashing how this season was over. I continued watching every game. They're on a 6* game winning streak and they're fighting each and every team. The return of Jason Bay, and Collins getting ejected, pumped so much energy to the Mets. Tonight, they were down by a run, in the 9th. They put up 4 runs despite some sloppy defense in the bottom of the 8th. I have always been a Daniel Murphy fan since his behind the back throw to Parnell. I never thought that he'd have a hot streak like he's having now. I never thought he would play 2nd base. I always thought of him as a backup outfielder who would inevitably be traded and never be known as a Met. But he's making his statement now. He's fighting for a permanent spot on the Roster. He's proving himself that he wants to play and that he's gonna do whatever it takes to be on the team. That's dedication and passion. He's talented, given that he can play outfield, infield... the Mets need guys like Murphy. He can be a good 2nd baseman if he is given the chance. I'm optimistic about the Mets. Every fan wants the team to prove everyone in the world wrong. I hope they do because I believe in miracles. I mean when Reyes was called out at 3rd, by the umpire, I knew karma would bite  the Nats in the rear end. I mean it's the ump's fault, but if Reyes was safe and Murphy hit that HR, it would've been a different score. I guess bad calls like that will happen and there's no argument that would make them backtrack unless it's a HR review play. Nevertheless, the Mets win in the 9th, when all is said and done. They pack on the runs and I won't complain. Whatever they're doing, it's working. I don't want the winning streak to end. They're giving us something to believe in and I hope they keep on trucking. What we need is our starting pitchers to go about 7 innings and the bullpen can work on the rest. Of course, the offense can work on consistent hitting and better defense. Next up, getting a grand slam cuz we all know that's overdue!
-Angela

Wake Up Call

I remember last season, when we were in 2nd place (prior to Beltran's return/Bay's departure) and the team that I saw on tv and at Citi were synchronized and had that flow of energy. This was before the All Star Break. They were playing .500 baseball, but they had a team dynamic. I was very confident that they could play like this for the rest of the season and make it to the postseason. But all hell broke loose. I remember my trip to SF was a nightmare (first night in SF, I caught the Mets-Giants game) and they lost. They went on to lose to SF and Dodgers on the road. It was the downward spiral...Beltran returned and nothing about the team was the same. The team couldn't readjust to their first half momentum. Mets fans abandoned the team, the game, Citi Field and everything Mets. We all knew what had to be done. Get rid of Jerry Manuel, Omar Minaya, Oliver Perez and Luis Castillo. Get some big name pitcher in the offseason <--epic, fail. Get a 2nd baseman <--fail. We got what we wanted: replacement for the front office and the cancerous duo, Perez and Castillo. But what does this get us? Sandy Alderson, Terry Collins and a deflated start to the Mets season with disappointed fans that vow they will never come to Citi Field to see the team play until they started winning. So, as you can see, the Mets win 9-1, when Collins get ejected early in the game for arguing with the umpire about a strikeout (that Nickeas caught, never touching the ground) but the umpire said the ball hit the ground. I think it's the best thing to happen. To see how this team plays without Collins managing. Well, Nickeas hit his first major league homer, Wright breaks out of his slump, players 3-9 all got hits. Bay hits what appears to be an inside the park home run (error on Hunter Pence who couldn't catch it). This win comes from Capuano! Out of all our starting pitchers, I admire Capuano and Young. We need every win that we can get.

This morning, I looked at my Mets scarf hanging in my room. I thought to myself, I wear this everyday, showing my pride. But what should I be proud of? I wore it anyway. Then, before I left work at the end of the day, my colleague said to me, Hey you are wearing a Mets scarf, perhaps, they'll start winning. Then I said, I wear it everyday!. He proceeded to say, Perhaps you should tie it tighter. I gasped and broke out laughing. What would this day be, without my scarf. I guess I should tie it tighter.

I was reading some posts about the Mets, when I came across a link that said that the team is wearing spring training outfits underneath their uniform. I find it funny that they're superstitious, but for whatever reason, it worked. So what's up with Bay returning and Pagan leaving the game? Somebody wants to play center field...why can't Beltran, Bay and Pagan be healthy all at once! And our infield be Wright, Reyes, Murphy and Davis...We just need solid pitching and then we're good. Ha. Easier said than done. 2nd base is always questionable. One thing I like about Murphy is what I remember him by. When he made that awesome defensive play in 2009 against the Dodgers when he threw a behind the back throw to Parnell who covered first base. I think if he gets regular playing time, he can become good. He can be an outfielder, and infielder...you name it, he has the abilities, just give him a chance.

Anyway, all I wanted to say is that I hope this win gets the Mets rolling. I hope they get fans excited again. It's depressing to see empty seats at Citi and when the team is broke, winning can solve the issue.

-Angela

Refined Energy?

Ah, my fellow Mets fans. The past two games reminded all of us die hard fans that we have a tough road ahead of us. Ok, Wednesday night wasn't THAT bad, I mean we tied it 7-7! It proves that the Mets have a fighting chance and that they can catch up this early in the season as well. Those Philthies and their pitchers. ARGH, we will get them. I hope that those pitchers all break an arm or something. They cannot run away with the NL East this year. I need to see non-Phils games to see if the Mets are doomed. It's really important to see how they fare against other teams. And Pelfrey? He better find his groove or we would need another starter. I'm afraid for him. I mean he was our guy last year...I know that this is definitely a different year and I feel a different approach to this season. I'm actually surprised to see a lot of Mets gear out in the streets. I'm glad. It's important to win series against good teams and bad teams. I want the team to shock the world and shut everyone up. I'm sick and tired of those that doubt and those that bash. Mets fans are allowed to grieve but you can't diss them out as if they are a team you hate. Anyway, I believe. I know they have all the talent there is to make up a championship team. I know it. But they have to figure out that formula. I understood that the formula worked the first half of last season, but for some reason, Beltran came back and they lost it, that groove, and everything went downhill from there. Now they say that Beltran's presence provide the others energy to get these hits. Hmm, I don't know...but whatever works, I hope that everyone stays healthy and hits consistently. No dry spells, Mr. Wright. You're the face of the franchise, have the best year you can ever have and make every Mets fan believe once again. There's talk about Reyes leaving and personally, I don't like that idea, because I saw him from the start and met him in person. He's gonna do great on some other team and I'd hate to see him go against us if his future team plays us. It'd be awkward. Like hey, you used to run like the wind for us and now you're running against us, flying for that team. It's just not right. Wright and Reyes should be lifelong Mets, in my opinion. Anyway, I hope that we do well for the first half and do way better the second half. We need the postseason and we need that refined energy to release itself. Any Mets fan would rejoice. Anyway, that's all I have for you today. Tomorrow is Opening Day for the Mets at HOME! Yay! I'm super happy that they're home and I hope all goes well. :) Lets Go Mets!
-Angela