Wally Backman other problems include a 2001 DUI charge, domestic abuse, harrassment and financial bankruptcy.October 28, 2004 - Wally Backman, whom New York general manager Omar Minaya was scheduled to interview Thursday in St. Louis, withdrew his name from consideration for the Mets' vacant managerial position.
Randolph meets with Mets GM Minaya
October 25, 2004 - Willie Randolph used the word we several times in reference to the Mets on Monday when discussing his interview for the managerial vacancy in Queens. Randolph passed it off as just getting into character, saying that he had a good feeling about his meeting with the Mets' brass, hopeful that in the end, all will turn out well.
Riggleman to interview with Mets
October 22, 2004 - Mets general manager Omar Minaya asked for and was granted permission to speak with Dodgers bench coach Jim Riggleman about the vacant Mets managerial position.
Collins interviews for Mets manager's job
October 19, 2004 - Terry Collins, who has previously managed in Houston and Anaheim, interviewed for the Mets' opening on Tuesday, joining Carlos Tosca and Rudy Jaramillo as candidates who have interviewed for Art Howe's old job.
Mets ready to interview Jaramillo
October 10, 2004 - Texas Rangers hitting coach Rudy Jaramillo, a long-time friend of New York general manager Omar Minaya, will sit down sometime in the near future with the Mets brass to discuss a position in the organization, possibly that of manager.
Zeile goes out in style
October 3, 2004 - There was something heartwarming about Todd Zeile smacking a three-run homer in the final plate appearance of his career on Sunday afternoon at Shea Stadium.
Howe's tenure with Mets ends
October 3, 2004 - Art Howe looked around his office on Sunday morning and pointed out that the walls were bare, just as they were when he walked in there for the first time nearly two years ago.
Franco finale on Sunday?
October 29, 2004 - John Franco wasn't ready to announce his retirement Saturday evening as he stood outside the Mets clubhouse, talking with reporters.
Leiter lasts seven, but Mets fall
October 2, 2004 - Braden Looper was touched for three in the ninth, sending the Mets to their second straight loss to Montreal. Mike Cameron hit his 30th homer in the loss.
