Okay, fellow Mets fans. I would like an honest opinion on this. Before I mention the name, what do you think of these stats for a pitcher: 177 hits allowed in only 153 innings, an ERA of 6.27 and a record of 10 wins and 10 losses. I would say these stats are less than stellar and do leave something to be desired. Now, if this was some little known player with the name of Fred Smith or something,...
Read MoreAfter yesterday’s doubleheader split, the Mets have 19 games remaining to decide who wins the NL East. They are currently in first place and by two games. More importantly, the Mets have the advantage of winning the head to head matchup with the Phillies this year after finishing 11-7 in the season series. This statistic if extremely important given that if the two teams...
Read MoreWith the possibility of Mets closer Billy Wagner being done for the season, the team finds itself at a critical junction as they continue their improbable pennant race. The loss of Billy Wagner is a major setback to say the least, but thanks to Luis Ayala, the sting of Wagner’s loss won’t be as devastating as some may believe. Luis Ayala may not have been that well received by Mets...
Read MoreAfter last night’s heroics, Carlos Delgado testified to the feeling around the clubhouse this September as opposed to last. “We think we’re as good as anybody,” Delgado said. “We think we’re the team to beat. We think what happened last year is not going to happen again. There’s a different feeling around here.” Dan Graziano of the Star Ledger...
Read MoreSeptember 8: 1916: In front of the smallest crowd ever in AL history, Wally Schang of the A’s becomes the 1st player to homer from each side of the plate in the same game. The total attendance for the game: 23 people. 1955: On their way to their only Championship, the Brooklyn Dodgers clinch the National League pennant with a 10-2 win over the Milwaukee Braves. 1958: Roberto Clemente ties...
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