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The New York Mets opened their spring training season against the Baltimore Orioles winning the game 9-3. (It was the Orioles opening spring game as well). See this story more more details.
New York Mets manager Jerry Manuel has named Danile Murphy as the starting left fielder. Not seeing any reason to wait for spring training to start, the manager made tha announcement on Sunday. Last year the Mets had Murphy switch from third base to the outfield. See this article for an in depth look.
Booby Parnell was only with the New York Mets for a short time in 2008, September, but made a good imperssion on the coaches. Originally a starter, he is being geared up to relive in 2009. Many give him a good chance of making the staff this season. See this analysis for more on Bobby Parnell.
The New York Mets opened spring trainig in Florida with high hopes for 2009. The bullpen, which haqd way too many blown saves last season, should be one of the best in the league this year. With Rodriquez and Putz, the bullpen is looking very strong. For more, see this story.
NY Mets manager Jerry Manuel held a press conference to talk about the upcoming season. Among the subjects covered were who will hit leadoff, how to getg past the last two seasons collaspes, the fifth starter position, left field, the Phillies and more. For further details, see this article.
The Ny Mets are now in the market to bolster their bench. In particular, righthander Rich Aurilia, who is a free agent, though they have yet to make an offer. There are other righthanders out there as well who are available. For more details, see this story.
The NY Mets and Oliver Perez have agreed to a three year deal according to sources. Perez has been with the Mets since coming over from Pittsburgh in mid 2006. As for Pedro Martinez, the Mets are still talking with the righthander but it seems unlikely that they will offer him a contract. For more, see this story.
