http://mlb.mlb.com/news/index.jsp?c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym New York Mets News http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091121&content_id=7698482&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091121&content_id=7698482&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Mets expand presence of history at Citi With an eye toward shining a brighter light on their storied franchise history, the Mets on Saturday announced plans to rename areas of Citi Field after former team greats, as well as a reformation of the Mets Hall of Fame Committee. Ed Eagle http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091120&content_id=7697228&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:55:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091120&content_id=7697228&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Mets have history of hauling in hardware With acknowledgment of and apologies to Cleon Jones, Rusty Staub, Darryl Strawberry, Mike Piazza and David Wright, the Mets usually have made their bones on the mound. Once the franchise established itself, pitching became the most prominent and critical component, and it has remained in the forefront despite challenges from the guys in the batter's box. Marty Noble http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091120&content_id=7696348&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:18:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091120&content_id=7696348&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Mets have room to work on 40-man roster With the Mets not expected to add any more players to their 40-man roster before the midnight deadline, they have 36 players on it, which leaves room to add some players if need be. Marty Noble http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091119&content_id=7691766&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:19:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091119&content_id=7691766&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Inbox: What's the best way to improve? Should the Mets try to sign a slugger or focus on improving their team team defense? Should the Mets have Daniel Murphy play second base? Beat reporter Marty Noble answers Mets fans' questions in the Inbox. Mary Noble http://noble.mlblogs.com/?partnerId=rss_nym Wed, 18 Feb 2009 14:20:25 EDT http://noble.mlblogs.com/?partnerId=rss_nym http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7686244&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7686244&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Mets ready to shop, spend on open market When the free-agent filing period ends at midnight ET Friday, the Mets and 29 other Holliday shoppers will be free to launch their pursuit of Matt Holliday, Jason Bay, John Lackey and any other of the more than 300 free agents. Marty Noble http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7683402&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:55:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7683402&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Inbox: Can Reyes regain his mojo? What a difference a year makes. After a difficult 2009 season, Jose Reyes is no longer considered in the upper echelon of NL shortstops, and Mets fans want to know if that is a permanent change. Marty Noble http://mlb.mlb.com/nym/ballpark/news.jsp?partnerId=rss_nym Fri, 03 Apr 2009 13:16:09 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/nym/ballpark/news.jsp?partnerId=rss_nym http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7681262&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:24:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7681262&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Marquis eyes return home with Mets New York native Jason Marquis told the New York Post that he considers the Mets to be a great fit. The free-agent right-hander made the All-Star team in 2009 as a member of the Rockies. Alden Gonzalez http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091117&content_id=7679270&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:27:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091117&content_id=7679270&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Backman's comeback to NY no small thing Wally Backman is in a position where size doesn't matter; he is to manage the Mets' high-profile Brooklyn Cyclones affiliate in the Class A New York-Penn League. Marty Noble http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7684418&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:15:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7684418&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Havens heats up as AFL winds down Mets prospect Reese Havens fell a homer short of the cycle and scored three times Wednesday, leading Surprise to an 11-9 victory over the Saguaros. Robert Emrich http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091116&content_id=7674124&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:58:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091116&content_id=7674124&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Inbox: How long till Thole's a regular? In the latest Inbox, Mets reporter Marty Noble fields fans' questions regarding the possibility of acquiring Adrian Gonzalez, Josh Thole's ETA as a fixture in the Majors, and more. Marty Noble http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7680734&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:59:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7680734&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Report: Jauss to be Mets' bench coach Dave Jauss, a former bench coach for the Orioles and Dodgers, will be hired to fill the same position by the Mets, FoxSports.com, citing Major League sources, reported on Tuesday. Bobbie Dittmeier http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091116&content_id=7673886&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:05:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091116&content_id=7673886&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Mets release Grapefruit League slate The Mets released their Spring Training schedule Monday, and it's highlighted by a decidedly Nation League flavor. Marty Noble http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091117&content_id=7675666&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091117&content_id=7675666&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Virtual Catalog kicks off holiday season The launching of the Virtual Catalog at the MLB.com Shop signals the official start to another season of holiday shopping. Mark Newman http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091113&content_id=7664962&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Fri, 13 Nov 2009 21:21:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091113&content_id=7664962&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Backman tapped to manage Cyclones One of the most fiery players in the history of the Mets, Wally Backman, has been appointed to manage the Brooklyn Cyclones. Marty Noble http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091111&content_id=7656112&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:56:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091111&content_id=7656112&vkey=news_nym&fext=.jsp&c_id=nym&partnerId=rss_nym Delgado to play winter ball A free agent, Carlos Delgado intends to play winter ball in Puerto Rico to allow the Mets and other clubs an opportunity to evaluate him in the wake of the surgery he underwent in May to repair his right hip. Marty Noble http://noble.mlblogs.com/archives/2009/11/beltran_francouer_to_be_honore.html?partnerId=rss_nym Sat, 14 Nov 2009 03:06:41 EDT http://noble.mlblogs.com/archives/2009/11/beltran_francouer_to_be_honore.html?partnerId=rss_nym http://noble.mlblogs.com/archives/2009/11/mets_fixing_up_bullpen_--_mean_1.html?partnerId=rss_nym Sat, 14 Nov 2009 03:06:42 EDT http://noble.mlblogs.com/archives/2009/11/mets_fixing_up_bullpen_--_mean_1.html?partnerId=rss_nym