The Spanish side decided to test their visitors from the whistle and it quickly became apparent that the Liverpool back four were not sure how to deal with ex-Arsenal man Jose Antonio Reyes and Simao operating down the wings, with Jose Manuel Jurado playing just behind Forlan.
Oh, and did we mention that Jose Reyes was back in town Tuesday?
Arguably, the most dynamic and intriguing player in the deal is Jose Reyes.
FORBES: Misfortunes of the Marlins Could Lead the Blue Jays to the Postseason
Shortstop Jose Reyes and pitchers Josh Johnson and Mark Buehrle were dealt to Toronto, and manager Ozzie Guillen was fired.
Just as Jose Reyes did a year ago, Wright has repeatedly expressed a desire to remain with the Mets long-term.
Meanwhile, the Red Sox might be able to add shortstop Jose Reyes, having possibly his finest season with the Mets.
The pain of losing Jose Reyes will eventually subside and the Mets will once again be a competitive ball club.
FORBES: $106 Million Reasons Why Sandy Alderson Is Happy Today
Spanish new boy Jose Reyes made his full debut for Arsenal, while Saints left England striker James Beattie on the bench.
BBC: SPORT | Football | Premiership | Arsenal 2-0 Southampton
In the game against the Astros, Jose Reyes, leading off for the Mets, singled sharply up the middle, then stole second.
Obviously, bringing Jose Reyes back at an exorbitant price would have greatly appeased the legions of fans throughout New York City.
FORBES: $106 Million Reasons Why Sandy Alderson Is Happy Today
Just consider five Miami Marlins traded to the Toronto Blue Jays, Josh Johnson, Mark Buehrle, Jose Reyes, Emilio Bonafacio, and John Buck.
That could mean adios to Mike Pelfrey, Jose Reyes and others.
Mark Buehrle, Josh Johnson and Jose Reyes are the three brand names in the trade, but each has varying levels of interest to the Blue Jays.
FORBES: Misfortunes of the Marlins Could Lead the Blue Jays to the Postseason
Shea is Darryl Strawberry and Mike Piazza taking curtain calls after hitting bombs, and Jose Reyes clapping his hands after stretching a double into a triple.
But if Wilpon and Katz lose National League batting champion Jose Reyes to the Marlins there will likely even be less supporters at Citi Field in 2012.
The good news for Mets fans is that they only have to wait until April 24 to catch Jose Reyes and the Miami Marlins at Citi Field.
FORBES: Mets Fans Won't Enjoy Benefits Of Baseball's Surging TV Money
Without question, Jose Reyes is a dynamic and charismatic ballplayer who has accumulated a devout following of loyal admirers not only in New York, but throughout baseball.
FORBES: $106 Million Reasons Why Sandy Alderson Is Happy Today
Since they are not currently in a position to seriously contend in the National League East and have far greater needs on their roster, Jose Reyes rightfully became expendable.
FORBES: $106 Million Reasons Why Sandy Alderson Is Happy Today
Stocked with stars like Jose Reyes, Carlos Beltran, Carlos Delgado and Pedro Martinez, they signed free-agent busts to bloated contracts and squandered draft picks in trying to get over the hump.
Now that the dust has settled on the Jose Reyes and Heath Bell deals with the Miami Marlins, Jeffrey Loria and Larry Beinfest have aggressively set their sights on Albert Pujols.
Miguel Cabrera, born in Venezuela, led the American League with the highest batting average, while the New York Mets Jose Reyes, born in the Dominican Republic, led the National League in batting.
FORBES: America's Pastime Should Be Baseball, Not Complaints about Immigrants
No one knows if the Mets can spend any money to improve by adding players or keeping the ones they have like shortstop Jose Reyes, entering the final year of his contract.
FORBES: Underdog, Financially Troubled Mets Just May Surprise
Much of the difference can be chalked up to a reduction in payroll: the club jettisoned Carlos Beltran and Francisco Rodriguez late last year and then let Jose Reyes leave after the season.
The Miami Marlins are set to trade Jose Reyes, Josh Johnson, Mark Buehrle, John Buck and Emilio Bonifacio to the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for Yunel Escobar and a handful of prospects.
FORBES: Traded Marlins Players Will Take $2 Million Tax Hit In Canada
Redmond, a member of the Marlins' World Series championship team in 2003, took over a team that lost the likes of Jose Reyes, Hanley Ramirez and Josh Johnson since opening day last year.
However, this past offseason, the Marlins and Blue Jays pulled off a blockbuster trade, sending shortstop Jose Reyes, catcher John Buck, outfielder Emilio Bonifacio and pitchers Mark Buehrle and Josh Johnson from Miami to Toronto.
FORBES: Toronto Blue Jays Tickets To Be Amongst The Most Expensive In 2013
Two years ago, it was Jose Reyes.
WSJ: Johan Santana Watch: As Mets Camp Opens, All Eyes on the Team's Ace
应用推荐