New York Mets rookie southpaw, Steven Matz struggled in the team’s 5-3 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers in Sunday’s matinee series finale. For the second consecutive start, Matz has struggled after cruising through April and May. Sunday’s loss saw Matz throw six innings while allowing five runs, four of which were earned. He allowed nine hits on the day, while striking out five...
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The Mets just finished a uninspiring and bizarre 10-game road trip that saw them finish at 5-5. I discuss whether Sandy Alderson needs a trade that puts the “chips to to the center of the table” in 2016. Are Ryan Braun and Jonathan Lucroy available? If so, would they be a great fit for this team? I talk about how it would require trading Michael Conforto – a risk – but...
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The New York Mets (34-28) were defeated by the Milwaukee Brewers (30-33) by a score of 5-3 at Miller Park on Sunday afternoon. They split the series two games apiece. Pitching: Steven Matz was on the mound today and this wasn’t his best effort. Matz pitched six innings but gave up nine hits, allowing 5 runs (4 earned), walking none, and striking out five. Compounding matters, his defense...
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Prior to this year not much was thought of Boston College’s Justin Dunn, who at the time was a little known closer. It was not til his coach, Mike Gambino moved him into the starting rotation that he saw his stock sky rocket. Dunn went from being an afterthought to a highly coveted prospect in a matter of months as he dominated in his new role. He put together a 3-1 record to go along with...
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A review of the latest turn through the Mets starting rotation: Name InningsThe Hits Runs (Earned Runs) Strikeouts Walks ERA (Season) WHIP (Season) Quality Start? Steven Matz (7-2) 6.0 8 2(2) 8 2 2.69 1.11 Yes(10/7) Jacob deGrom (3-2) 6.0 6 3(3) 9 0 2.80 1.15 Yes (10/7) Noah Syndergaard (6-2) 6.0 7 3(2) 5 2 2.00 1.00 Yes (12/10) Bartolo Colon (5-3) 7.0 8 1(1) 2 0 3.08 1.22 Yes (12/7) Matt Harvey...
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