Minaya, Manuel Relieved

The headline of a recent article on MLB Trade Rumors stated, "Mets Relieve Omar Minaya, Jerry Manuel Of Duties."  After I was done snickering at the word "duties," all I could think was, "Yes, I am certain they are relieved."

Francoeur's Delusions of Grandeur

Last week, Jeff Francoeur demanded a trade from the New York Mets because he was upset about being platooned in right field with Fernando Martinez.  Francoeur apparently forgot that even Luis Castillo is hitting better than him at this point in the season.

According to OPS+ (I have no idea what that actually is), Francoeur is literally the worst right fielder in baseball this season.  In other words, Jeff ought to be happy that he is being platooned instead of released.  Kids these days!

Mets Continue to Collapse

Not long after Jeff Francoeur demanded a trade from the New York Mets, infielder Luis Castillo has made it publicly known that he is not happy to be riding the pine at Citi Field.  Castillo is joined in his frustration with the team by literally dozens of fans who still care about the Mets.

Perhaps Castillo should be made aware of Baseball-Reference.com, which will very quickly tell him that he is only hitting .243 on the season, and has no business starting, even for the Mets.

Francoeur Seeking a Trade

Jeff Francoeur of the New York Mets is apparently not happy about potentially being in an outfield platoon with Fernando Martinez.  He is planning on sitting down with GM Omar Minaya to explore potential trade options.  So, if anybody is out there looking for a career .268 hitter with minimal power for a corner outfield... Francoeur is YOUR GUY!!!!

Mets Prefer to Work From Home

Following their 11 inning victory on Tuesday night, the Mets have an amazing home record of 23-9.  Unfortunately for the Mets, they have to play in other stadiums.  When on the road, they are an abysmal 8-18.

Team officials are currently exploring the possibility of playing all their games at Citi Field.  Commissioner Bud Selig on the possibility, "We are definitely looking into it.  At this point, I have to say that it has a better shot than instant replay."

When asked about the disparity, Mets 3B David Wright said, "We absolutely love New York City.  It is hands-down the finest city in all of America... nay, the WORLD!!!"  Wright then proceeded to run around the clubhouse shouting, "NYC! NYC!  NYC!"

Meanwhile, in other Mets news, Carlos Beltran is finally beginning to thaw after freezing on Adam Wainwright's curveball to end the 2006 NLCS.