Harris signs with Reds: The Cincinnati Enquirer reports Reds manager Dusty Baker said the team signed utility player Willie Harris, who spent the 2011 season with the Mets. MLB.com reports it's a minor-league deal with an invite to spring training. (Updated 01/23/2012)
Injury Report
No information available at this time (Updated 2/12/12).
Fantasy Analysis
While Harris isn't a full-time player, he has appeared in 126 or more games in four straight seasons. His veteran presence and his ability to play all three outfield positions and some infield positions make him a valuable bench player. It's just that Fantasy owners don't have to worry about Harris because he is more important to his real team. (Updated 01/23/2012).
09/22/2011 20:13 Mets score six in 9th to rally past Cards
The St. Louis Cardinals blew a four-run lead in the ninth inning and hurt their wild-card hopes when shortstop Rafael Furcal misplayed a potential double-play grounder, allowing the New York Mets to rally for an 8-6 win Thursday.
09/21/2011 23:25 Cards rally again, move within 1 1/2 games of Braves
David Freese drove in five runs with a go-ahead three-run homer and a triple, and the surging St. Louis Cardinals beat the New York Mets 6-5 on Wednesday night.
09/20/2011 23:56 Cardinals top Mets, stay 2 1/2 behind Braves for WC
Pinch-hitter Ryan Theriot hit a a go-ahead double with the bases loaded in the seventh inning and the St. Louis Cardinals came back to beat the New York Mets 11-6 Tuesday night.