Author: Former Writer

Wilmer, Weaver and Waving Goodbye to De Aza

From 2012 to 2014, Wilmer Flores hit over .300 in whichever level of the Mets minor league system he was in. In 2012 he hit .300 with 18 home runs and an .827 OPS at St. Lucie and Binghamton, two places notoriously known for being pitchers parks and leagues. He was a top 100 prospect during those last three seasons in the minors, mostly because of his bat since we’re all convinced...

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Jacob deGrom Tosses Eight Scoreless In No-Decision

New York Mets pitcher, Jacob deGrom pitched a great game Saturday night in the team’s 1-0 defeat of the Atlanta Braves in extra-innings. Jake was as deGrominant as he had ever been so far this season in his longest start of the 2016 campaign. He went eight innings while not allowing a run to Atlanta. DeGrom allowed seven hits while walking one and striking out six.  He though took the...

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James Loney Has Exceeded Expectations

New York Mets first-baseman James Loney has been everything and more than anyone could have asked for. Replacing the production of Lucas Duda is no easy task, but Loney has done quite a job in his absence. Loney has been a boost at the plate and in the field, flashing a solid bat to go along with a flashy glove. He was in the middle of some of last night’s biggest moments in the...

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Steven Matz Continues To Deal With Elbow Tightness

New York Mets rookie southpaw, Steven Matz could not get through five innings after being staked to an 8-0 lead in Friday’s 8-6 victory over the Atlanta Braves. After the game, Matz advised he was still dealing with discomfort in his elbow. Matz went 4.1 innings in what seemed like a sure win for the lefty. He cruised through the first four innings of the ballgame, but hit a wall when...

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MMO Game Recap: Mets Hang On In Wild One To Beat Braves 8-6

The New York Mets (39-33) defeated the Atlanta Braves (25-48) by a score of 8-6 at Turner Field Friday evening. Offense:  Aaron Blair wasn’t very good tonight and the Mets took advantage. The Mets got things started in the top of the second inning.  Neil Walker started the inning off with a sharp single into center field.  After James Loney was hit with a pitch, Wilmer Flores crushed a ground...

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