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Stop Gary Apple before he announces again.

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Odd seeing 67 on a LUGOless back.

Edgy MD wrote: The name Bundy instantly puts you in mind of: [list=][*]Al? [*]Ted? [*]King Kong?[/list] Al Bundy reciting the greatest Xmas poem ever rewritten… 'Twas the night before Christmas, And all through the house, No food was a-stirrin', Not even a mouse. Stockings were hung round Dad's neck like a tie, Along with a note that said, "Presents or die." Children were plotting All night in their beds, While the wife's constant whining Was splitting his head. But Daddy had money This year in the bank, Then they closed up early, And now Dad's in the tank. All of a sudden, Santa appeared, A sneer on his face, Booze in his beard. "Santa," I said, As he laughed merrily, "You do so much for others, Do something for me." "Bundy," he said, "You only sell shoes, Your son is a sneak thief, Your daughter's a floose." "Ho ho," Santa said, "Should I mention your wife? Her hair's like an A-bomb, Her nails like a knife." He climbs up the chimney, That fat piece of dung, He mooned me two times, He stuck out his tongue. I heard him exclaim, As he broke wind with glee, "You're married with children, You'll never be free." https://malabolgiacreative.blogspot.com/2017/05/its-bundyful-life-twas-night-before.htmlhttps://malabolgiacreative.blogspot.com/2017/05/its-bundyful-life-twas-night-before.html

The prospects plus some Quad-A types.

The Mets have signed veteran righty pitcher Dylan Bundy to a minor league contract.

Max Scherzer will start Opening Day.

A hat tip from the Mets to the lady who didn't need to sit in a club when she came to the ballpark. [media=youtube]DO4RYt3rnY4[/media]

If ya really wanna shift, bring in an outfielder, per Jayson Starks and some teams messing around with the notion. https://theathletic.com/4336237/2023/03/23/mlb-two-man-outfield-shift/https://theathletic.com/4336237/2023/03/23/mlb-two-man-outfield-shift/

A reminder that New York Mets Hall of Famer-elect Gary Cohen is a Hall of Fame caliber college basketball radio voice.

Vogey is ready.

Stolen base threat this year. https://www.mlb.com/video/a-new-man-of-stealhttps://www.mlb.com/video/a-new-man-of-steal

https://twitter.com/AnthonyDiComo/status/1638954891749236742 Ruf adds, “My girlfriend in Canada is a total smoke show.”

Posey was a major National League figure who was prominent in three World Series, making me hyperaware of him, whereas although I knew of Mauer, I mostly knew he was in the other league and his team found ways to lose every playoff game it contested, usually to the MFYs. The last vestiges, perhaps, of being “a National League fan”.

Big-ass screen doin' its thing.

Did somebody say “big-ass screen”?

A new look over the right field corner, with NL East titles and Wild Card berths stacked on their own respective banners, following the world and league championships…

Jed Lowrie in more threads than games. [tweet] [/tweet]

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Francisco Alvarez has been assigned to Syracuse.

Sounds similar to Gotham Club at San Francisco's ballpark. Mrs. Payson sat in a nice box seat, among the fans.

Jeff McNeil happy to be there. “Obviously, you wish you were playing more,” McNeil said while standing in the dugout on Sunday, before the United States toppled Cuba, 14-2, to advance to Tuesday's final against Japan. But McNeil wasn't exactly complaining when he uttered those words. “That's just how good this team is,” he continued, citing Anderson, the Chicago White Sox shortstop who shifted to second base for the tournament. “We're playing good baseball right now and we're facing a lot of left-handed starting pitching as well. T.A. has been doing great out there, so keep rooting for him. The overall experience has been fantastic.” That, ultimately, is what has given McNeil perspective throughout the W.B.C. Sure, he might not be playing as much as he is used to or the Mets may want, but McNeil said he had still learned from his time in pressure-packed games in which he was surrounded by stars. “All of these games — especially the Mexico game and Venezuela game — have been somewhat what I imagine the World Series would be like with the kind of atmosphere,” he said. “You see that and get used to playing in that and I think it helps down the line.” […] McNeil wanted to play. In fact, he sought out Manager Mark DeRosa to express interest, and was asked to join when Boston Red Sox second baseman Trevor Story underwent elbow surgery in January. McNeil had to alter his usual preparation for the season, but he insisted he was happy. “I'll be fine,” he said, and then pointed to the 2022 preseason shortened by a labor stoppage. “We had three weeks of spring training last year and I won a batting title. I don't need that much time.” When he returned to the Mets, he said, he might go to the back fields at their spring training facility in Port St. Lucie, Fla., and get extra at-bats in simulated or minor-league games. […] But it's not just the players. The United States coaching staff is full of former stars, including five-time World Series-winning pitcher Andy Pettitte and the Hall of Fame outfielder Ken Griffey Jr. So while McNeil had only 19 plate appearances over six spring training games with the Mets before he left for the W.B.C. — and has had even fewer since — he said he valued working on his hitting with Griffey, who is serving as the team's hitting coach. McNeil said he had talked to Griffey about a few minor things in his swing and later felt “really good” during batting practice and in the batting cages. “We'll see if they translate to a game,” he added. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/03/20/sports/baseball/world-baseball-classic-final-preview.htmlhttps://www.nytimes.com/2023/03/20/sports/baseball/world-baseball-classic-final-preview.html

New high-rollers club where the Mo's Zone used to be in RF carrying forth the name Payson at Citi Field. The New York Mets and Cadillac today announce a new and first of its kind exclusive speakeasy membership club to Citi Field. The new partnership, beginning in 2023, will help bring The Cadillac Club at Payson's to life. Located inches away from the warning track in right field, The Cadillac Club at Payson's is a hideaway club that will provide fans with a trendy, intimate and up-close space for those looking for a unique ballpark experience. The members only space will feature a private bar with sightlines to the field and elevated dining options. The Cadillac Club at Payson's is a controlled climate club that also features premium lounge style seating, personal flat screen monitors, in-seat storage, personal beverage coolers, an in-stadium concierge, and unique Cadillac touches and finishes throughout. With only 100 seats in the club and limited to 25-30 members, the exclusive membership to The Cadillac Club at Payson's includes assigned seats for every Mets home game, complimentary parking and complimentary food, soft drinks, beer and wine. Members will also have access to a private bar for cocktails. “Alex and I are thrilled to honor the legacy of Joan Payson with The Cadillac Club at Payson's,” said Owner, Chairman and CEO Steve Cohen. “As the original owner of the Mets and pioneer, Joan has played a significant role in our organization. We're excited to have created this first of its kind club at the ballpark with a brand like Cadillac that embodies and empowers big dreams and bold ambition. The Cadillac Club at Payson's will combine the rich history of the Mets with unique elements that are reminiscent of classic New York City, providing Mets fans with an experience like no other.” The club is named after Joan Whitney Payson, the Mets first owner and a pioneer. Payson became the first woman to purchase a majority ownership stake in a major league team. She was instrumental to the development of the Mets farm system that produced Mets Hall of Famers Tom Seaver, Cleon Jones and Jerry Koosman. Payson was known as a ‘fan first' and often deflected attention away from herself to celebrate the fans and the team's baseball operations. “At Cadillac, we look to partner with brands that are bold, sophisticated and optimistic and nowhere more in New York do you see that than with the Mets organization,” said Robert Secrest, Cadillac Northeast Region Director. “We are excited to help bring to life a one-of-a-kind luxury experience while championing a trailblazer in Joan Payson.” https://www.mlb.com/mets/tickets/premium/paysonshttps://www.mlb.com/mets/tickets/premium/paysons

Dennis Cook, teaching baseball to those Northwestern Wildcats. https://nusports.com/news/2023/3/7/baseball-dennis-cook-joins-northwestern-baseball-staff.aspxhttps://nusports.com/news/2023/3/7/baseball-dennis-cook-joins-northwestern-baseball-staff.aspx