By Jay Horwitz
Tom Robson, who passed away yesterday after a long illness, tried to stay out of the spotlight.
He always gave the credit to his hitters. But there is no doubt in my mind we wouldn’t have made it to the 2000 World Series without Robbie’s expertise.
Tom was our batting coach and he treated the guys the same, whether you were a star or someone who got in once a week. He always pushed the right button.
Robbie and I ate together, traveled together and had a lot of laughs together. We will miss you, Tom.
By Jay Horwitz
I wish Jay Bruce nothing but the best in his retirement. He was a class act on and off the field.
Every PR person needs a go to person in the good times and the bad and Jay was that person for me.
Whether he hit a game-winning home run or struck out with the bases loaded, Jay would always greet me in the clubhouse with the same line, “Let me know what you need from me, I will be at my locker.”
A few months ago after a member of our Mets family died, I called…
By Jay Horwitz
We shutout the Dodgers, 5–0 behind Armando Reyoso. Sure, I was glad we won, but on this night the score was really secondary.
History took place at Shea Stadium on April 15, 1997. MLB announced that in honor of Jackie Robinson, from that day forward, no player, coach or manager could ever be assigned the number 42 again. Players like our Butch Huskey, who was currently wearing 42, could continue to wear this special number.
Game Rescheduled as First Game of Single Admission Doubleheader
Friday, June 25 at 4:10 P.M.
FLUSHING, N.Y., April 15, 2021 — The New York Mets have announced that today’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies has been postponed due to inclement weather. It will be rescheduled as the first game of a single admission doubleheader on Friday, June 25 at 4:10 p.m. The second game of the doubleheader will start approximately 30 minutes after the conclusion of the first game. Both games will be seven-inning contests. …
In honor of Jackie Robinson Day, the Mets are highlighting 42 minority owned businesses.
El Comal Pupuseria Restaurant
148–62 Hillside Ave. Queens, NY 11435
www.elcomalpupuseria.com
The restaurant specializes in The Pupusa. A traditional Salvadoran dish which is handmade and cooked on a griddle. It’s made from a thick corn tortilla that can be stuffed with different things such as beans, cheese, pork, or other fillings. The pupusa is accompanied by a mild tomato salsa and curtido (lightly fermented cabbage salad). Besides their well know Pupusas they offer a variety of delicious home style dishes. The Family owned and operated business…
By Jay Horwitz
For me Ed Kranepool is the real Mr. Met.
He was there 59 years ago today for the first game in the Polo Grounds. He was there on April 17, 1964 when Shea Stadium opened and he was there in 2009 for the first contest at Citi Field.
Game Rescheduled as First Game of Single Admission Doubleheader
Tomorrow, Tuesday, April 13 at 4:10 P.M.
FLUSHING, N.Y., April 12, 2021 — The New York Mets have announced that tonight’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies has been postponed due to inclement weather. It will be rescheduled as the first game of a single admission doubleheader, tomorrow, Tuesday, April 13 at 4:10 p.m. The second game of the double-header will start approximately 30 minutes after the conclusion of the first game, but no earlier than 7:10 p.m. Both games will be seven-inning contests. …
By Jay Horwitz
Why am I a gigantic fan of the second-ranked Vanderbilt University baseball team?
Well, here are two pretty good reasons for all Mets fans to join me. The Commodores batting coach and recruiting coordinator is Mike Baxter. If you remember, Mike saved Johan Santana’s no-hitter with a spectacular catch in leftfield.
The second reason, is Vandy’s best pitcher is Jack Leiter, son of former Met Al, who is 7–0 with an 0.55 ERA. Look for Jack, who is a righty, to become the fourth member of the Leiter family to pitch in the majors one day soon.
Suspended Game Rescheduled as First Game of Separate Admission Doubleheader Tuesday, August 31 at 1:10 P.M.
FLUSHING, N.Y., April 11, 2021 — The New York Mets have announced that this afternoon’s game against the Miami Marlins has been suspended due to rain. It will resume as the first game of a separate admission doubleheader on Tuesday, August 31 at 1:10 p.m. The game regularly scheduled for Tuesday, August 31 will start at 7:10 p.m. Game one will be a nine-inning game, while the night game will last seven innings. …
Major League Baseball announced today that the season-opening series between the Washington Nationals and the New York Mets, originally scheduled from April 1st-4th at Nationals Park, will be made up as follows:
- Saturday, June 19th — 1:05 p.m./6:05 p.m. (ET) split doubleheader at Nationals Park
- The originally scheduled game at 4:05 p.m. (ET) on June 19th has been adjusted to accommodate the split doubleheader. This will make up the game from Thursday, April 1st.
- Monday, June 28th — 7:05 p.m. (ET) at Nationals Park
- Originally a mutual off-day for both Clubs, this will make up the game from Saturday, April 3rd.
- Saturday, September 4th — 1:05 p.m./6:05 p.m. (ET) split doubleheader at Nationals Park
- The originally scheduled game at 4:05 p.m. (ET) on September 4th has been adjusted to accommodate the split doubleheader. This will make up the game from Sunday, April 4th.
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