Connor O'Brien

Author's details

Name: Connor O'Brien
Date registered: 3/26/2012-9:39pm
URL: http://www.upalongfirst.com

Biography

I am a 15 year-old Mets fan. I have loved the Mets with passion since I was little and will until the day I die. I am an aspiring sports journalist with dreams of covering the Mets one day. Favorite Mets moment (at ballpark): September 27, 2008- Watching Johan Santana throw a three-hit shutout to pull the Mets even in the Wild Card race in the second to last game of the season.

Latest posts

  1. Will The Mets Be Able To Lock Up Matt Harvey Early? — 3/9/2013-9:00am
  2. Is Collin Cowgill The Solution At The Leadoff Spot? — 3/4/2013-7:00am
  3. Mets Avoiding Valverde, And For Good Reason — 2/18/2013-8:00am
  4. Three File For Arbitration, Mets Balk On Hairston Deal, Other News And Notes — 1/15/2013-10:10pm
  5. How Good is Daniel Murphy? — 1/12/2013-11:33pm

Most commented posts

  1. Is Collin Cowgill The Solution At The Leadoff Spot? — 132 comments
  2. Mets Planning Reyes Video Tribute, Going a Little Too Far — 63 comments
  3. Mets Avoiding Valverde, And For Good Reason — 57 comments
  4. Reds 6, Mets 1: Leake Shuts Down Mets, Dickey Rocked — 56 comments
  5. The Time Has Come to Give David an Extension — 56 comments

Author's posts listings

Mar 09

Will The Mets Be Able To Lock Up Matt Harvey Early?

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Mets, Real Dirty Mets Blog

by Connor O'Brien

Harvey feat

When news broke this week of Chris Sale’s new five-year extension with the White Sox, my thoughts immediately turned to Matt Harvey and the Mets front office. Sale, a 23 year-old left-hander, went 17-8 with a 3.05 ERA while striking out 192 batters in 192 innings. A reliever-turned starter, Sale was a highly-touted prospect and …

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35 comments

Mar 04

Is Collin Cowgill The Solution At The Leadoff Spot?

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Mets, Real Dirty Mets Blog

by Connor O'Brien

cowgill feat

We are only just a few games into the 2013 exhibition season, but things are looking up for some of the new Mets outfielders, especially right-handed hitting Collin Cowgill. Through nine spring games, Cowgill is tied with Jordany Valdespin for the team lead in hits, with eight. So far (keep in mind we are still …

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132 comments

Feb 18

Mets Avoiding Valverde, And For Good Reason

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Mets, Real Dirty Mets Blog

by Connor O'Brien

valverde

Despite being linked to him numerous times throughout the offseason, it is “really, really unlikely” that the Mets sign Jose Valverde, a team source told Adam Rubin of ESPN New York. It is possible that the Mets may need one more piece for the back end of the bullpen, but their hesitation with Valverde makes …

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57 comments

Jan 15

Three File For Arbitration, Mets Balk On Hairston Deal, Other News And Notes

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Mets, Real Dirty Mets Blog

by Connor O'Brien

hairston

Today was a busy day in terms of Mets rumors, at least by this offseason’s standards. Here are the latest news, notes and rumors: Daniel Murphy, Ike Davis, and Bobby Parnell have all filed for arbitration according to Adam Rubin of ESPN New York. MLB Trade Rumors projects Murphy to make $3 million, Ike Davis …

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12 comments

Jan 12

How Good is Daniel Murphy?

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Mets, Real Dirty Mets Blog

by Connor O'Brien

the-Murphster

MLB Network made a big splash last night with this year’s edition of “Top 10 Right Now: Second Basemen.” A panel of editorial staff, on-air talent, and Bill James compiled their lists together to come up with the top ten second basemen in baseball. The list they came up with consisted of some notable names …

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5 comments

Dec 31

Seven Biggest Storylines From This Year In Mets Baseball

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Mets, Real Dirty Mets Blog

by Connor O'Brien

Thole-Santana-Hug-No-Hitter-NewFeat_Image

Despite the 74-88 record, it was quite a memorable year for Mets fans, more so than any recent years. This season, we witnessed an amazing story of redemption, a feat that hadn’t been accomplished by any Met, signs of hope for the future, and much more. Let’s look back at some of the biggest storylines …

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37 comments

Dec 22

Diamondbacks Sign Free Agent Outfielder Cody Ross

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Mets, Real Dirty Mets Blog

by Connor O'Brien

c-Ross

One more outfielder off the board. According to Mark Feinsand of the New York Daily News, the Arizona Diamondbacks have agreed to a three-year contract with free agent outfielder Cody Ross. Jim Bowden of ESPN says the deal is worth $26 million, including a $1 million buyout of a fourth-year club option. Ross, 31, is coming off a …

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28 comments

Dec 08

Greinke, Dodgers Agree To Six-Year Deal Worth $147 Million

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Mets, Real Dirty Mets Blog

by Connor O'Brien

greinke

Just one day after the Texas Rangers reportedly “blew away” free agent Zack Greinke with a huge contract offer, the tides have turned and Greinke will not be heading to Texas. The two sides have reportedly agreed to a six-year contract worth $147 million. Greinke, 29, was the top pitcher in this year’s free agent class after going 15-5 …

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16 comments

Nov 02

The Gold Glove: The Worst Award In Sports?

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Mets, Real Dirty Mets Blog

by Connor O'Brien

fielding

Mets fans were outraged after Tuesday night, when Major League Baseball announced the winners of the Gold Glove Award. The list left out David Wright, who was considered the favorite to win the award at third base after making huge improvements at the hot corner this season. Possibly the biggest snub of all was Mike Trout. His speed, range, and athleticism …

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18 comments

Sep 10

Series Preview: Mets Play Three At Home Versus Surging Nationals

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Mets, Real Dirty Mets Blog

by Connor O'Brien

nationals cool thingy

Tonight at 7:10, the Mets begin a three-game series at home against the first place Washington Nationals. The Nationals are currently 86-54, giving them an MLB-best .614 winning percentage and a 5.5 game lead over Atlanta. They have continued to play well, and after hitting a bit of a cold stretch towrds the end of August, they …

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