March 31, 2010
Tigers Opening Day
The New York Mets have many things to figure out this offseason. Where are they going to get a pitcher to replace Tom Glavine? Where are they going to get an ace pitcher? Will they re-sign Luis Castillo? Where will they get relief pitchers? Who is going to be the spark on the team to make sure last year doesn't happen?
For some reason the New York Mets have decided to ignore all those questions and go after a catcher first. Their first choice was Jorge Posada but he's returning to the New York Yankees. The second choice was Yorvit Torrealba but that didn't work out either. Who can the New York Mets get to play catcher now? These are the five options I see out there.
Ronny Paulino – Ronny Paulino would be my first choice. Paulino is supposed to be a stud catcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates and for the right price the Pirates will probably deal anybody. The Pirates could definitely use an outfield prospect for when they inevitably don't re-sign Jason Bay.
Ramon Hernandez – There were talks the New York Mets could acquire Ramon Hernandez a few years ago before they decided on Paul Lo Duca. It might take a little bit more to get Hernandez now though simply because he might be too happy they didn't choose him the first time.
Gerald Laird – For a few years now Gerald Laird has been considered a sleeper in the Texas Rangers lineup just waiting to have a break out season. So far it hasn't happened and the Rangers now have Jarrod Saltalamacchia and Laird might be dispensable. The only problem with making a trade for Laird (or Paulino) is that it might cost a prospect that might be better used trying to get a pitcher.
Paul Lo Duca – There is a reason that the New York Mets haven't already tried to re-sign Paul Lo Duca, they don't want him. But if nobody else is available they might have to take Paul Lo Duca back anyway. Although it might be tough to talk Paul Lo Duca into coming back since they're trying to get every catcher under the moon before him.
Ramon Castro – Last season Ramon Castro was the backup catcher and he had some incredible numbers over a very small portion of the season. If Castro were given the starting job it would obviously be tougher to stay consistent, especially when his body will take a beating catching. Ramon Castro has played well enough that it be worth a try though.
March 22, 2010
Intro to Affiliate Marketing
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March 21, 2010
Backlinks — Get Them Now
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