Good news for Met fans, albeit in the somewhat distant future. Deolis Guerra was pulled last night after five innings despite having a no-hitter, which is one good sign. The second good sign is his numbers, which he's putting up at the age of 17 (his B'day was actually in April). After a quick scan of Sally League rosters, I can't find another Pitcher under 19, let alone a 17 year old. Maybe I'm wrong though. Anyway, after last night here's Guerra's digits:

W: 2
L: 3
IP: 30
H: 27
R: 10
ER: 9
BB: 15
K: 19
ERA: 2.70

Obviously he's projectable, but doesn't throw that hard right now (mostly high 80's/low 90's), and the BB:K rate needs to improve. I haven't seen him live, but have been told by a few people that his best pitch is his change-up. Maybe the kid can teach it to Pelfrey when he gets a chance?

Anyway, Fernando Martinez sort of stole this kids luster most of the year, but this might be even more impressive. Met fans should be excited by his pitching, and the fact that the organization is watching him closely. A couple of years ago a press release about a kid throwing a no-no in the minors would've meant more to them than protecting a young promising arm. Take solace in this fact while watching Matt Lindstrom represent the Mets in the futures game...