Mets 48-40 at the break

If you told me that in January I would have laughed. It's not bad for this team.

Manuel has managed well. He keeps the team on an even keel, and seems to have a good feel about what his guys can do.

It's too bad this team can't take on some extra salary. They are close enough to make a run at a playoff spot. The team has holes but a little tweaking could go a long way. Obviously a front line starter would be ideal, but a guy that can eat innings and get you quality starts would do wonders. Kenny Rogers had one bad inning, but he pitched great down the stretch of the 1999 team.

I will say it again. Castillo has to go. The guy is not a good fit on this team. I want Steven Drew for 2b.

Jim Dolan should buy the Mets if they are in financial trouble. The guy tries to buy people and help the team. The same can't be said about the Wilpons.