Moises Getting Closer To The Promised Land - Shea Stadium!

Moises Alou went 2 for 5 today, in an extended spring game, including being hit by a pitch (ouch) on his way back to Flushing. Alou's rehab is exceeding his original prognosis, which would give us another weapon out of the outfield, as Angel Pagan has been more than adequate in replacing Alou while rightfielder Ryan Church is also exceeding original expectations. A crowded outfield of productive players is just what the doctor ordered, especially in light of Alou's injury-prone ways! Encouraging news, for sure...

Catcher Ramon Castro, however, is still not running and there's been no announced timetable for his return- discouraging to all but his replacement, Mr. Raul Casanova, who's been suitable to date, but isn't a long-term replacement for Castro and his hefty bat! Come back soon, Ramon!!!