Comments on Mets Tailgate: Javier Vazquez: Available and underrated

Jose Contreras is somewhere between 37 and 67 year...

2008-11-02T19:30:49.552-05:00

Jose Contreras is somewhere between 37 and 67 years old.

anonymous -Thank you for the relevant, important q...

2008-11-02T18:02:31.207-05:00

anonymous -

Thank you for the relevant, important question. Unfortunately I have no idea how to answer. If the Mets are moved to the NBA Eastern Conference, I will comment.

Mike -

Javi had his worst season in 2004 with the Yankees (he made his only All Star Game appearance that year then fell apart in the 2nd half). There would be a concern about his ability to perform in the New York limelight. However, he's been successful in Chicago, a market I'd put third to New York and Boston as far as media/fan scrutiny.

Additionally, when he came to the Yankees I think he was expected to take on the ace role. The other members of that staff included 35 year old Mike Mussina, 34 year old Jon Lieber, 39 year old Kevin brown, and Jose Contreras. If he came to the Mets, there would be no such expectation. I think this would help his adjustment.

I'm a big fan of Vazquez! He would be a solid #3 ...

2008-10-31T17:16:14.825-04:00

I'm a big fan of Vazquez! He would be a solid #3 with the Mets. My only concern would be his struggles in New York his last go around. he seems to be much more comfortable out of the limelight.

WTF HAPPENED WITH THE NBA EASTERN CONFERENCE? IS ...

2008-10-31T16:48:19.750-04:00

WTF HAPPENED WITH THE NBA EASTERN CONFERENCE? IS IT ME, OR DOES SHIT LOOKED FUCKED UP?