Players Only Meeting?

jmono13 · 06-14-2007, 01:51 AM

The Mets definitely need one at this point, but my question is about who calls it? My first thought was Lo Duca, but with the make-up of this team, I also think Julio Franco or Glavine could do it. I'd love to see Reyes or Wright do it, but I think they're too young.... I'd also love to see Beltran do it, but he's definitely not the leader-type. What do you guys think?

Paulie Cee · 06-14-2007, 01:52 AM

God no. The surest sign of a team going into the tank.

Paulie Cee · 06-14-2007, 01:53 AM

I'm warming to the idea of a "non-athletes only" meeting. They could hold it in a phone booth.

UConnMike · 06-14-2007, 02:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Paulie Cee

I'm warming to the idea of a "non-athletes only" meeting. They could hold it in a phone booth.

Will Bill be there?

jmono13 · 06-14-2007, 02:02 AM

Really? From what Willie has shown over the past few seasons, he seems to be out of the Joe Torre "let things play out" mold, where he won't get worked up. I'd love to see a little fire in a press conference, but I don't think its going to happen. It has to come from the players, at this point.

SI Metman · 06-14-2007, 02:49 AM

They had a meeting before Monday's game.

Couldn't you tell from the results?

MetfanBren · 06-14-2007, 03:05 AM

How about they call for a voluntary workout tomorrow to show team unity tomorrow too? They should get back from LA around 4:00-5:00 AM. What a great PR move that would make!

Paulie Cee · 06-14-2007, 03:12 AM

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Originally Posted by MetfanBren

How about they call for a voluntary workout tomorrow to show team unity tomorrow too? They should get back from LA around 4:00-5:00 AM. What a great PR move that would make!

Especially when three guys show up.

MetfanBren · 06-14-2007, 05:52 AM

Well Wagner is calling the team out:

http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/recap?...eo&hcmp=motion

"Not right now. We should be very happy being where we're at," said Mets closer Billy Wagner, who gave up a two-run homer to James Loney in the eighth. "I'm sure Omar (Minaya) didn't put this team together expecting this type of play, and Fred Wilpon didn't shell out this type of money for us to go out there and play like this.

"We've caused a lot of our own problems. I mean, they played outstanding baseball, but we made them look better with our sloppy play and our lackadaisical efforts," Wagner added. "I don't think it's got anything to do with confidence. It's just about focus and desire. I mean, you've got to want it more than everybody else wants it."

NickPapagiorgio · 06-14-2007, 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by MetfanBren

Well Wagner is calling the team out:

http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/recap?...eo&hcmp=motion

"Not right now. We should be very happy being where we're at," said Mets closer Billy Wagner, who gave up a two-run homer to James Loney in the eighth. "I'm sure Omar (Minaya) didn't put this team together expecting this type of play, and Fred Wilpon didn't shell out this type of money for us to go out there and play like this.

"We've caused a lot of our own problems. I mean, they played outstanding baseball, but we made them look better with our sloppy play and our lackadaisical efforts," Wagner added. "I don't think it's got anything to do with confidence. It's just about focus and desire. I mean, you've got to want it more than everybody else wants it."

Wagner confirming everything I have felt since ST that this team and large majority of the fan base has this entitled attitude that because of one good season we could take things like winning the division for granted. Like the Braves and Phillies (yes we should worry about them) would bend over and just take it from us. We should have known better. The team that is taking it like a ***** is us.

Too bad none of Wagner's teamates save for Wright will understand what the hell he is saying. Maybe they will need to get it translated.

15 Day DL Alou · 06-14-2007, 08:34 AM

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Originally Posted by NickPapagiorgio

Wagner confirming everything I have felt since ST that this team and large majority of the fan base has this entitled attitude that because of one good season we could take things like winning the division for granted. Like the Braves and Phillies (yes we should worry about them) would bend over and just take it from us. We should have known better. The team that is taking it like a ***** is us.

Too bad none of Wagner's teamates save for Wright will understand what the hell he is saying. Maybe they will need to get it translated.

OH PLEASE, pretty wax statue has a hitting streak while the Mets are losing every which way till Sunday, so he understands. Hooray for the Mets faux Jeter.

Green Must Go · 06-14-2007, 08:36 AM

My problem isn't necessarily that they are slumping, since all teams (even very good ones) do it from time to time. My problem is that not a single person on the team has stepped up to help snap the team out of it. It would be nice to see a Delcrappo or Blowtran have a 4-5 night with 2 HRs to get this team pumped up. But they are DEAD in the water right now and I have little confidence that someone is going to take the team on their backs and carry them through this horrendous stretch. They have several players who could do it, but none have showed up yet.

Kid A · 06-14-2007, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by 15 Day DL Alou

OH PLEASE, pretty wax statue has a hitting streak while the Mets are losing every which way till Sunday, so he understands. Hooray for the Mets faux Jeter.

So Wright has a hitting streak, that means because the team sucks right now its convenient for him to do so? This means his desire and competitive attitude dont count? What are you saying?

Theres no finger pointing, total team effort here. This all started with a lot of bad luck, which is now being compounded by everything Wagner was talking about. They look like CRAP out there defensively, they are not making good pitch selections, they are hitting their way out of innings in under 9 pitches consistently.

Basically I have to laugh at most of the crap that is happening, it is that unbelievable.

Wright 5 · 06-14-2007, 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by 15 Day DL Alou

OH PLEASE, pretty wax statue has a hitting streak while the Mets are losing every which way till Sunday, so he understands. Hooray for the Mets faux Jeter.

You can criticize Wright when he is not living up to the hype - when he does, then you better give him the praise he deserves. Right now, he is the only guy on the field showing any sign of life.

Mr. Met · 06-14-2007, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Wright 5

You can criticize Wright when he is not living up to the hype - when he does, then you better give him the praise he deserves. Right now, he is the only guy on the field showing any sign of life.

Fine... but even DW looked like he could care less last night. Sadly, the coma has even spread to him.

06-14-2007, 01:51 AM	#1 (permalink)
jmono13 Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 39	Players Only Meeting? The Mets definitely need one at this point, but my question is about who calls it? My first thought was Lo Duca, but with the make-up of this team, I also think Julio Franco or Glavine could do it. I'd love to see Reyes or Wright do it, but I think they're too young.... I'd also love to see Beltran do it, but he's definitely not the leader-type. What do you guys think?

06-14-2007, 08:36 AM	#12 (permalink)
Green Must Go Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Obama has his eye on your wallet Posts: 11,993	My problem isn't necessarily that they are slumping, since all teams (even very good ones) do it from time to time. My problem is that not a single person on the team has stepped up to help snap the team out of it. It would be nice to see a Delcrappo or Blowtran have a 4-5 night with 2 HRs to get this team pumped up. But they are DEAD in the water right now and I have little confidence that someone is going to take the team on their backs and carry them through this horrendous stretch. They have several players who could do it, but none have showed up yet. __________________ Obama's least favorite scripture: Even while we were with you, you gave you this rule: "Whoever does not work should not eat." - 2 Thes 3:10

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06-14-2007, 01:52 AM	#2 (permalink)
Paulie Cee Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Well, we'll know in a month, you miserable shitstain. Posts: 5,918	God no. The surest sign of a team going into the tank.

06-14-2007, 01:53 AM	#3 (permalink)
Paulie Cee Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Well, we'll know in a month, you miserable shitstain. Posts: 5,918	I'm warming to the idea of a "non-athletes only" meeting. They could hold it in a phone booth.

06-14-2007, 02:02 AM	#5 (permalink)
jmono13 Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 39	Really? From what Willie has shown over the past few seasons, he seems to be out of the Joe Torre "let things play out" mold, where he won't get worked up. I'd love to see a little fire in a press conference, but I don't think its going to happen. It has to come from the players, at this point.

06-14-2007, 02:49 AM	#6 (permalink)
SI Metman Super Moderator Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: JET FAVRE!! Posts: 4,621	They had a meeting before Monday's game. Couldn't you tell from the results?

06-14-2007, 03:05 AM	#7 (permalink)
MetfanBren Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Pearl River, NY Posts: 3,651	How about they call for a voluntary workout tomorrow to show team unity tomorrow too? They should get back from LA around 4:00-5:00 AM. What a great PR move that would make!

06-14-2007, 05:52 AM	#9 (permalink)
MetfanBren Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Pearl River, NY Posts: 3,651	Well Wagner is calling the team out: http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/recap?...eo&hcmp=motion "Not right now. We should be very happy being where we're at," said Mets closer Billy Wagner, who gave up a two-run homer to James Loney in the eighth. "I'm sure Omar (Minaya) didn't put this team together expecting this type of play, and Fred Wilpon didn't shell out this type of money for us to go out there and play like this. "We've caused a lot of our own problems. I mean, they played outstanding baseball, but we made them look better with our sloppy play and our lackadaisical efforts," Wagner added. "I don't think it's got anything to do with confidence. It's just about focus and desire. I mean, you've got to want it more than everybody else wants it."

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