Exploring the reasons for Dillon Gee’s slide

When they write the epitaph for the 2011 Mets, it will be about the team that overachieved despite the many obstacles placed in its way. And there’s no doubt that is a large part of the story and an angle that should not be overlooked. But we should also remember what went right. And in [...]

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Mets Minors: Mark Cohoon and the velocity issue

So much for Mark Cohoon. By just looking at his numbers, 21-7 with a 2.42 ERA combined and a near 4:1 SO/BB ratio in his first three years, all by the age of 22, fans would think Cohoon is the best prospect in the New York Mets' organization. That is, however, until you look at [...]

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