Mets G.M. Omar Minaya has been blasted by fans and media alike, accusing him of acquiring an all-Latino team this off-season.  Some of the trades have been questionable, but for the most part it has been a fantastic off-season for the New York Mets.  Most Met fans did not approve of the Mike Cameron for Xavier Nady deal and the Kris Benson for Jorge Julio trade was the one that got most fans’ shorts in a bunch.  The signing of Lima to a minor league deal will provide insurance in case one of the pitchers from the rotation goes down.  Lima signed a $600,000 deal, plus incentives.  Lima is best-known for an all-star season with the Houston Astros, and an outstanding pitching performance in the 2004 Division series for the L.A. Dodgers.  He has had much more success while pitching for National League teams throughout his career.