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Zammy's Hammy

Frayed Knot Apr 01 2006 08:19 AM

They'll supposedly know more today; like about whether it's a "pull", a "strain", a "tweak", a "cramp", etc. Early word is that it's not something that'll DL him -- but probably will push him back a bit. So one of the possible scenarios is: Game 2 Starter = Brian Bannister He's sked to stay in Florida and pitch in an intra-squad game on Sunday but that'll likely be scrapped in order to at least keep him on track for a possible Wednesday go. Zambrano then could be pushed out until game 6 next Sunday. Trachsel could also be moved up to game 2 leaving Bannister for #4 on Friday. Lima [u:c0228cfef8]did[/u:c0228cfef8] accept a demotion to AAA so if and when a 6th starter is needed - IOW, if Zambrno's injured more than they're letting one for now - you figure he'll be the guy.

Gwreck Apr 01 2006 11:37 AM

Metsblog.com reports hearing Minaya on ESPN Radio saying Bannister as the starter for game #2 on Wednesday.

Yancy Street Gang Apr 01 2006 03:14 PM

Makes sense. No reason to prolong the uncertainly. Give Bannister his time to prepare, and let Zambrano go when he's ready.

Elster88 Apr 01 2006 07:01 PM

Gawd-dammitt. Look, I'm happy that Bannister had a good spring. And I'm looking forward to seeing what he has. But here were my exact thoughts after we picked up Delgado. "We now have a great lineup, and seven starting pitchers. As long as Omar doesn't fuck this up, we are going to have a great season." Now Brian Bannister is our starter for Game 2. Fucking Omar.

Nymr83 Apr 01 2006 09:13 PM

my thoughts exactly

Elster88 Apr 07 2006 09:23 AM

I had forgotten for a day that there was still a question about Zambrano's health. NY Times: ]Victor Zambrano threw about 55 pitches in a bullpen session and said he expected to start Sunday's game against the Florida Marlins.