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Post by DandyDon on Aug 29, 2020 10:17:42 GMT -5
All reports are Cohen is now exclusively negotiating a deal to buy the mets. Arod is out as are the other bidders. And Jeff Wilpon is not involved with the negotiations. Reports are Saul Katz was adamant they take the highest offer. I just hope to god that Jeff Wilpon has no role in managing the team going forward. The reason the last deal fell through was he wanted to keep his COO title, salary and even his private plane which is paid for by the mets. "Cohen saw a deal with the Wilpons fall through in February because the current owners wanted to maintain organizational control for five years. Team COO Jeff Wilpon, who complicated the initial deal with Cohen, was not part of negotiations the second time around, The Post reported.
Because things got so acrimonious in February, the new bid is thought to have structures in place to prevent any late drama.
“No one is going through February again,” said an insider. “This deal will close in days and then wait for [MLB] owner approval in November.”nypost.com/2020/08/28/steve-cohen-is-buying-mets-alex-rodriguez-jennifer-lopez-are-out/great news. It really is. Last night we sweep the yanks in 2 come from behind wins and now this? It's like Christmas in August.
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Post by Sarcasman on Aug 29, 2020 11:08:02 GMT -5
It really is. Last night we sweep the yanks in 2 come from behind wins and now this? It's like Christmas in August. lol, the potential sale is like Christmas, these wins? Meh. The Yanks are struggling right now, that’ll straighten out. Getting the ball in the air in that stadium is practically a guaranteed dinger.
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Post by DandyDon on Aug 29, 2020 11:27:32 GMT -5
It really is. Last night we sweep the yanks in 2 come from behind wins and now this? It's like Christmas in August. lol, the potential sale is like Christmas, these wins? Meh. The Yanks are struggling right now, that’ll straighten out. Getting the ball in the air in that stadium is practically a guaranteed dinger. Lol, have a snickers...
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Post by TEM on Aug 29, 2020 11:39:15 GMT -5
It really is. Last night we sweep the yanks in 2 come from behind wins and now this? It's like Christmas in August. lol, the potential sale is like Christmas, these wins? Meh. The Yanks are struggling right now, that’ll straighten out. Getting the ball in the air in that stadium is practically a guaranteed dinger. Isn't that what is done? Take advantage of teams when they are faltering.
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Post by Sarcasman on Aug 29, 2020 11:39:22 GMT -5
lol, the potential sale is like Christmas, these wins? Meh. The Yanks are struggling right now, that’ll straighten out. Getting the ball in the air in that stadium is practically a guaranteed dinger. Lol, have a snickers... lol, it’s a tough season to get into.
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Post by Sarcasman on Aug 29, 2020 11:41:10 GMT -5
lol, the potential sale is like Christmas, these wins? Meh. The Yanks are struggling right now, that’ll straighten out. Getting the ball in the air in that stadium is practically a guaranteed dinger. Isn't that what is done? Take advantage of teams when they are faltering. Sure, as a Mets fan I’ll take the Ws no matter how they come. It’s certainly better than losing to a struggling team.
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Post by BronxBomberBlue on Aug 29, 2020 11:55:39 GMT -5
Steve Cohen’s true test will be crossing Mets finish line: Sherman
Cash won — for now.Steve Cohen once again has entered into exclusive negotiations to buy the Mets. He always had two advantages in this process: Motivation and money. He grew up a Mets fan and wanted this team. He already had it slip away once. The fact he won negotiating rights when the Wilpons did not really want to do business with him screams that he was willing to reach deeper into larger coffers than any of the other bidders. In other words, he couldn’t outbid the Alex Rodriguez group by $1 or a million of them. There had to be real separation to get this done. And big cash wins. The word around the Mets was that Saul Katz wanted the largest offer and that the Wilpons went along with that. But this has broken down once before already, and with the Wilpons you never expect anything to go easily. The problem, though, is not Mets ownership as much as it is the 29 other owners. Cohen will ultimately need 23 yes votes for approval, and multiple executives in the sport anticipate there will be a few solid nos at the outset. Is that two or four or six? If it gets to eight, Cohen does not get the team.
nypost.com/2020/08/29/steve-cohen-actually-buying-mets-from-wilpons-isnt-a-sure-thing/
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Post by DandyDon on Aug 29, 2020 11:57:49 GMT -5
Isn't that what is done? Take advantage of teams when they are faltering. Sure, as a Mets fan I’ll take the Ws no matter how they come. It’s certainly better than losing to a struggling team. I thought it was funny Rosario didn't realize the game was over until he saw the bench empty.
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Post by DandyDon on Aug 29, 2020 12:00:10 GMT -5
Steve Cohen’s true test will be crossing Mets finish line: Sherman
Cash won — for now.Steve Cohen once again has entered into exclusive negotiations to buy the Mets. He always had two advantages in this process: Motivation and money. He grew up a Mets fan and wanted this team. He already had it slip away once. The fact he won negotiating rights when the Wilpons did not really want to do business with him screams that he was willing to reach deeper into larger coffers than any of the other bidders. In other words, he couldn’t outbid the Alex Rodriguez group by $1 or a million of them. There had to be real separation to get this done. And big cash wins. The word around the Mets was that Saul Katz wanted the largest offer and that the Wilpons went along with that. But this has broken down once before already, and with the Wilpons you never expect anything to go easily. The problem, though, is not Mets ownership as much as it is the 29 other owners. Cohen will ultimately need 23 yes votes for approval, and multiple executives in the sport anticipate there will be a few solid nos at the outset. Is that two or four or six? If it gets to eight, Cohen does not get the team.
nypost.com/2020/08/29/steve-cohen-actually-buying-mets-from-wilpons-isnt-a-sure-thing/
Having a wealthy stable owner is good for MLB. I would be amazed if he is not approved.
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Post by Sarcasman on Aug 29, 2020 12:12:37 GMT -5
Steve Cohen’s true test will be crossing Mets finish line: Sherman
Cash won — for now.Steve Cohen once again has entered into exclusive negotiations to buy the Mets. He always had two advantages in this process: Motivation and money. He grew up a Mets fan and wanted this team. He already had it slip away once. The fact he won negotiating rights when the Wilpons did not really want to do business with him screams that he was willing to reach deeper into larger coffers than any of the other bidders. In other words, he couldn’t outbid the Alex Rodriguez group by $1 or a million of them. There had to be real separation to get this done. And big cash wins. The word around the Mets was that Saul Katz wanted the largest offer and that the Wilpons went along with that. But this has broken down once before already, and with the Wilpons you never expect anything to go easily. The problem, though, is not Mets ownership as much as it is the 29 other owners. Cohen will ultimately need 23 yes votes for approval, and multiple executives in the sport anticipate there will be a few solid nos at the outset. Is that two or four or six? If it gets to eight, Cohen does not get the team.
nypost.com/2020/08/29/steve-cohen-actually-buying-mets-from-wilpons-isnt-a-sure-thing It looks like there is a good chance the other owners puss out and vote against. That would be both expected and a shame
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Post by Sarcasman on Aug 29, 2020 12:14:37 GMT -5
Steve Cohen’s true test will be crossing Mets finish line: Sherman
Cash won — for now.Steve Cohen once again has entered into exclusive negotiations to buy the Mets. He always had two advantages in this process: Motivation and money. He grew up a Mets fan and wanted this team. He already had it slip away once. The fact he won negotiating rights when the Wilpons did not really want to do business with him screams that he was willing to reach deeper into larger coffers than any of the other bidders. In other words, he couldn’t outbid the Alex Rodriguez group by $1 or a million of them. There had to be real separation to get this done. And big cash wins. The word around the Mets was that Saul Katz wanted the largest offer and that the Wilpons went along with that. But this has broken down once before already, and with the Wilpons you never expect anything to go easily. The problem, though, is not Mets ownership as much as it is the 29 other owners. Cohen will ultimately need 23 yes votes for approval, and multiple executives in the sport anticipate there will be a few solid nos at the outset. Is that two or four or six? If it gets to eight, Cohen does not get the team.
nypost.com/2020/08/29/steve-cohen-actually-buying-mets-from-wilpons-isnt-a-sure-thing/ Having a wealthy stable owner is good for MLB. I would be amazed if he is not approved. I’m under no illusions that the owners would vote for what’s good for the sport as opposed to what they want personally. Which very well may not be the same thing.
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Post by NAVY2323(ret) on Aug 29, 2020 13:29:37 GMT -5
A lifelong exorbitantly rich Mets fan becomes owner. It really is almost too good to be true. As a Meta fan, I stay well prepared for another disappointment in this scenario.
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Post by DandyDon on Aug 29, 2020 16:14:39 GMT -5
Having a wealthy stable owner is good for MLB. I would be amazed if he is not approved. I’m under no illusions that the owners would vote for what’s good for the sport as opposed to what they want personally. Which very well may not be the same thing. Maybe. But the commissioner is good friends with Fred Wilpon, and he needs this sale to go through. If it doesn't, others will probably low ball future offers.
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Post by tcseacliff on Aug 30, 2020 15:14:01 GMT -5
DIAZ SUCKS BALLS!! HE LET THE YANKS BACK IN IT BIG TIMWE!!!
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Post by giantlegacy on Aug 30, 2020 18:20:04 GMT -5
Uuuuurgh
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Post by DandyDon on Aug 30, 2020 18:30:28 GMT -5
It wasn't just Diaz. They blew a 5 run lead needing one final out. The rookies 2 errors helped a lot.
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Post by DandyDon on Aug 31, 2020 8:03:42 GMT -5
It wasn't just Diaz. They blew a 5 run lead needing one final out. The rookies 2 errors helped a lot. Then gave up a grandy in the 7th in the second game. 9 runs total in the last inning.
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Post by Sarcasman on Aug 31, 2020 9:47:06 GMT -5
It wasn't just Diaz. They blew a 5 run lead needing one final out. The rookies 2 errors helped a lot. Then gave up a grandy in the 7th in the second game. 9 runs total in the last inning. The Mets bullpen seems to be in mid season form!
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Post by DandyDon on Aug 31, 2020 10:18:37 GMT -5
Then gave up a grandy in the 7th in the second game. 9 runs total in the last inning. The Mets bullpen seems to be in mid season form! I knew as soon as they pinch hit Sanchez, who is hitting .123, that it would happen. I don't know who that reliever is, but he sucks.
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Post by FundamentallySoundJones on Aug 31, 2020 12:20:08 GMT -5
It really is. Last night we sweep the yanks in 2 come from behind wins and now this? It's like Christmas in August. lol, the potential sale is like Christmas, these wins? Meh. The Yanks are struggling right now, that’ll straighten out. Getting the ball in the air in that stadium is practically a guaranteed dinger. i hope they sell the team. Im tired of this crap. They ruin players. Pitchers come here and suck. Some issue internally. Bullpen is terrible.
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Post by DandyDon on Aug 31, 2020 14:03:00 GMT -5
lol, the potential sale is like Christmas, these wins? Meh. The Yanks are struggling right now, that’ll straighten out. Getting the ball in the air in that stadium is practically a guaranteed dinger. i hope they sell the team. Im tired of this crap. They ruin players. Pitchers come here and suck. Some issue internally. Bullpen is terrible. They are definitely selling the team. The bottom line is organizations function based on who is at the top. And this team will never improve until Jeff Wilpon is gone. I would bet anything that if Cohen owned the team last year, Joe Girardi would be the Mets manager. Wilpon DOESNT WANT strong managers or GMs because he want to call the shots.
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Post by DandyDon on Sept 1, 2020 20:06:42 GMT -5
Lol, who is jurado? Our starting pitcher tonight has a 15 era.
You can't make this stuff up!
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Post by DandyDon on Sept 1, 2020 20:12:21 GMT -5
Lol, who is jurado? Our starting pitcher tonight has a 15 era. You can't make this stuff up! My bad. The Android MLB app has him at 15, but it's around 6.
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Post by Sarcasman on Sept 1, 2020 21:13:23 GMT -5
Lol, who is jurado? Our starting pitcher tonight has a 15 era. You can't make this stuff up! My bad. The Android MLB app has him at 15, but it's around 6. Before the game..
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Post by NAVY2323(ret) on Sept 2, 2020 18:54:01 GMT -5
I think it’s only appropriate that all further Mets at bats and pitcher entries be ushered in by the Benny Hill music.
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Post by SG88 on Sept 2, 2020 19:51:38 GMT -5
RIP Tom Seaver.
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Post by Zimonami on Sept 2, 2020 20:00:14 GMT -5
75. As an inaugural Mets fan I loved him for the professionalism he brought to the team after years in the gutter.... Koosman, Gentry, Ryan, McGraw.. he was the dean of that young pitching corp that brought us a WS Championship in 1969. One of the Mets biggest black eyes was trading him/.
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Post by DandyDon on Sept 2, 2020 20:27:22 GMT -5
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Post by BronxBomberBlue on Sept 2, 2020 20:39:05 GMT -5
Very sad.... RIP
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Post by Sarcasman on Sept 2, 2020 22:55:29 GMT -5
Tom does everything well. He’s the kind of man you’d want your kids to grow up to be like. Tom’s a studious player, devoted to his profession, a loyal cat, trustworthy – everything a Boy Scout’s supposed to be. In fact, we call him ‘Boy Scout.
- Cleon Jones
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