I don't intend to go on for too long in this particular post, but I'm just wondering, why did Jeff Wilpon say Jerry Manuel is "his guy," and why is Manuel's managerial job so secure? I understand that injuries have decimated the Mets' roster in 2009, but does that mean it should be impossible for the team to perform well? Does that mean Manuel automatically gets a pass for his personal performance?
The whole situation makes little sense to me. If I were the Mets' front office and management, I'd be looking to start fresh in 2010 -- manager included. Manuel has proven to be a very poor in-game manager, struggling with match-ups and the basics of offensive strategy. His tactics are dated, and his club has lost games as a result of his decision-making.
Personally, I despise Manuel as a manager. But my personal opinion doesn't matter in the grand scheme of things, all that matters is what Omar Minaya and the Wilpons think.
Omar Minaya...oof...there's a whole 'nother story...
Keywords: 2009 season, 2010 season, Fred Wilpon, front office, injuries, Jeff Wilpon, Jerry Manuel, management, Mets, New York Mets, Omar Minaya, organization, physical ailments, Tony Bernazard
