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… or will it be Pelfrey?

The latest “Who’s our fifth starter” rumors are pointing to Mike Pelfrey. The New York Daily News and Sports Illustrated are reporting that the New York Mets’ fifth starter will be Pelfrey, despite his less-than-stupendous spring. The 6-foot-7, 24-year-old righthander … Continue reading

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Will the Mets give Sosa the number 5 slot?

Jorge Sosa’s strong relief work for the Mets this spring may have earned him a spot in the starting rotation. Quoting a “person in the Mets hierarchy,” an article on the Mets’ Web site says the team is considering the … Continue reading

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Johan Santana gets the nod for opening day

We now know who will be the Mets’ opening-day starter against the Florida Marlins. It is, of course, our 137.5 million-dollar man, Johan Santana. Manager Willie Randolph made the announcement today, announcing four-fifths of the Mets starting rotation. Pedro Martinez, … Continue reading

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