Cowtipper

Respectfully, if you can keep a version of yours up in some form, even in sparsely updated, I think that would be for the best. It's still one of the best Mets resources out there.

Butch "Metz"ger sounds like a good answer for #7, and his name sounds more like one that would belong to a catcher not a pitcher, but he's not it. Through process of elimination, we'll get #1 eventually. Even if I get these wrong, I'm weeding out the wrong ones for my fellow posters. There's a silver lining. So, I'll guess for #1 ... Patrick Mazeika.

Today's hint: This Montana-born former big league catcher spent time with the Mariners, Padres, Mets, and Cardinals, but is perhaps best remembered for an unusual twist to his career: he pitched scoreless relief appearances as a position player for both the Mets and Cardinals. During his 2012 stint with New York, he hit .250 in limited action behind the plate while also becoming the first Mets position player since Todd Zeile to take the mound in a game. I forgot to include where the person was born in this one, which has been fixed: This Delaware-born versatile infielder broke through with the Rays, earning an All-Star selection in 2021 after emerging from a career that began as a lightly regarded sixth-round draft pick and included a trade from Cleveland to Oakland before finding success in Tampa Bay. He spent just 18 games with the Mets in 2024 before being designated for assignment and released, ending what proved to be the final major league stop of his career.

I remember watching the highlight of Brent Mayne's win on SportsCenter back in the day. It was pretty big news back then. How many Mets rookie catchers have their been in the 21st century? That whittles it down a bit. I'll randomly guess Kevin Plawecki for #1.

Sue them for breach of contract. Something about goodwill or good faith or something. I think that's a thing.

Brent Mayne got a win.

The rule is no consecutive posts, not no consecutive guesses, so I'll take that hint and run with it .... It's Eli Marrero.

I believe Matt Harvey was traded for Devin Mesoraco. That's #2.

There is a reason Kelenic can't stick anywhere. He kinda sucks. But, astoundingly, he's still only 26. Might be worth a shot.

Honestly, one thing I always thought the Mets were pretty good at was picking backup catchers. I can only remember a couple in my history as a fan than didn't impress me, and they were Anthony Recker and Kevin Plawecki. Let's not forget how solid Brent Mayne was in his sole year as backup, and Rene Rivera had his moments, too.

John Anderson died. https://apnews.com/article/minnesota-gophers-baseball-john-anderson-death-8bd6386cab9138ca52503f0d5034bff8 Who was John Anderson? John Anderson was a longtime University of Minnesota baseball coach who devoted nearly his entire adult life to the program, first as a pitcher, then as a student and assistant coach, and finally as head coach from 1982 to 2024. Taking over at just 26 years old as the youngest head coach in Big Ten history, he compiled a 1,390–1,021–3 record, won seven Big Ten regular-season titles, nine conference tournament championships, made 18 NCAA Tournament appearances, and was inducted into the American Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Fame in 2008. Beyond Minnesota, Anderson coached with Team USA, helping lead the national team to a silver medal at the 1993 Intercontinental Cup after previously serving on its coaching staff for the 1990 Baseball World Cup. He retired following the 2024 season after more than four decades at the helm of the Golden Gophers and died in 2026 at age 71 following complications from a heart attack. Eiji Bando died. https://bandoeiji.amebaownd.com/posts/59061098 Who was Eiji Bando? Eiji Bandō was a Japanese pitcher who spent his entire 11-year Nippon Professional Baseball career (1959–1969) with the Chunichi Dragons, compiling a 77–65 record with a 2.89 ERA while earning two All-Star selections. Before turning professional, he became a high school baseball legend by striking out a still-record 83 batters during the 1958 National High School Baseball Championship, including an 18-inning quarterfinal that helped prompt changes to tournament rematch rules due to concerns about pitcher overuse. After retiring from baseball, Bandō became one of Japan's best-known television personalities, working for decades as a broadcaster, variety-show regular, game-show panelist, and later a YouTuber. He remained a familiar public figure long after his playing career and died of chronic heart failure in 2026 at the age of 86.

I thought Vance Wilson was pretty solid.

One can hope.

Connor Thomas, who relieved for the Braves in this game and gave up a lot of runs, has now allowed 27 earned runs in 11 2/3 career innings.

Of all the things to worry about, I don't think backup catcher is one of their primary concerns. Heyman's just looking for something to write about.