16 Results for billy wagner

Mets didn't get their money's worth with Pedro

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

The Mets gave $53 million to Pedro Martinez, and they definitely didn't get their money's worth, writes Bob Klapisch.

Story | Conversation | December 01, 2008

Landing a closer high on Mets' to-do list

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

In the market for a starter and a closer, the Mets figure to be big spenders this offseason.

Story | Conversation | November 10, 2008

Mets turn to Pelfrey with '07 collapse rearing its ugly head

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

Though his team is showing signs of possibly repeating its collapse from last season, Mike Pelfrey will get the chance to right the Mets' ship.

Story | Conversation | September 16, 2008

With three early picks, Mets have golden opportunity

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

With three of the first 33 picks in the draft, the Mets could infuse some young talent into their system in a hurry.

Story | Conversation | May 31, 2008

Yankees, Mets still faced with plenty of questions

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

Through the first five weeks of the season, both the Yankees and Mets have been maddeningly inconsistent.

Story | Conversation | May 05, 2008

Phillies-Mets rivalry building in intensity

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

The first Phillies-Mets series of the season is irresistible from every vantage point.

Story | Conversation | April 07, 2008

Landing a big-time ace would help allay Mets' doubts

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

Now you see them, now you don't. In a matter of months, the Mets have gone from World Series hopefuls to afterthoughts.

Story | Conversation | December 10, 2007

Winning made difficult for veteran lefty

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

Nobody misses Pedro more than Tom Glavine, whose march to 300 hasn't been easy without the charismatic ace.

Story | Conversation | June 27, 2007

Mets still have something to prove

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

While the Yankees generate all the back-page headlines, even in a state of decline, the Mets continue to stockpile wins.

Story | Conversation | May 17, 2007

New York spotlight shines on Minaya, Cashman

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

New York GMs Omar Minaya and Brian Cashman are friendly foes in a land not known for its hospitable ways.

Story | Conversation | July 24, 2006

Back end of rotation is biggest concern

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

The Mets will have a clearer vision of the summer ahead -- and GM Omar Minaya's shopping needs -- in the next two weeks.

Story | Conversation | May 15, 2006

Mets beaming with confidence

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

The Mets have the best record in the majors and are set to embark on a three-game series against the Braves as confident as ever.

Story | Conversation | April 16, 2006

Meet the Mets

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

After a flurry of glitzy press conferences, Bob Klapisch wonders if the Mets have suddenly become New York's best team.

Story | Conversation | December 14, 2005

Mets hope Delgado will forgive and forget

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

Carlos Delgado was displeased with the Mets' courtship of him last offseason. Could there be any remaining animosity? Bob Klapisch wonders.

Story | Conversation | November 23, 2005

Mets in semi-rebuilding mode

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

While they have some money to spend, it's clear the Mets have a difficult rebuilding challenge ahead.

Story | Conversation | November 26, 2003