» 2009 Mets

Hello All, I am now going to start by methodical break down of 2009 Mets Players by position. Let’s first start the the all important Catcher.

In 2009 the Mets will be using the familiar combo of Ramone Castro and Brian Schneider.

Seriously, the Mets Pitchers love when Schneider I behind the plate. He knows how to call great games, and he has a calming effect on the Mets staff. His bat is a little cold at times, but the effort he puts forth on the defensive side of things far exceeds the lack of pop in his bat.

As far as Castro goes, I feel he is one of baseballs better backup catchers. He has some serious power at times, and you can count on him to call a consistent game and potentially deliver some incredibly timely and important hits. I have very little worry when I see him slated on the roster.

Coming Up the Turnpike: Francesco Pena

Although he is only 19, he is still not a great defensive catcher and has been right up there as one of the league leaders in passed balls. He has average arm strength, and surprisingly little pop in the bat. Considering he is 6’3, 230 you would expect slightly more.

There is no reason for the Mets to quit on Pena, there is simply no one else really waiting in the wings as far as catchers go in the farms.

I expect 2009 to be another consistent year for Mets catching. I am also expecting a solid showing at the plate by Mr. Castro as well. I really enjoy when he’s in the lineup it adds another threat later in the order.

Next…we move to 1B. Stay tuned.