Tag: Dan Warthen

MMO Exclusive: Former Reliever, Carlos Torres

The life of a Major League Baseball player has many impressive benefits, with the big two being wealth and fame. Living out a dream that for many of these men started on local fields, backyards, or watching their favorite players on television is the ultimate testament to hard work and dedication to one’s craft. A major part of a professional baseball player’s career is the constant...

MMO Exclusive: One-on-One With RHP, Paul Sewald

Paul Sewald entered spring training with a chip on his shoulder. After pitching to a 3.29 ERA in 56 games with the Las Vegas 51s in 2016, Sewald had hoped that his impressive stats in the hitters’ paradise – otherwise known as the Pacific Coast League -would warrant a major league call-up. The phone never rang for Sewald. Instead, he posted career highs in games (56), innings pitched...

MMO Exclusive Interview: Chasen Bradford, Right-Handed Reliever

In a season where the New York Mets were faced with insurmountable injuries and underperformance, the time was as good as any for the front office to call up some of their upper-level prospects to better assess those who could be long-term assets, as the club looks to rebound for the 2018 season. Fans got to witness many major league debuts this season, with top prospects Amed Rosario and...

MMO Exclusive Interview: Mets Reliever, Jerry Blevins

Since 2016, only four relievers have appeared in more games than the 34-year-old lanky left-hander Jerry Blevins. His 148 appearances are tied with Pittsburgh Pirates’ left-hander Felipe Rivero, and are behind only Addison Reed, Brad Hand, Bryan Shaw and Hector Neris for tops in the majors. Jerry Blevins is a workhorse. Acquired by the Mets back in March 2015 from the Washington Nationals...

MMO Exclusive: A Chat With Las Vegas 51s’ Pitching Coach, Frank Viola

For the last seven years, the New York Mets have had many of their young, talented arms under the tutelage of a former Cy Young Award winner and World Series MVP throughout their minor league system. As many of the rising arms took shape, this two-time, twenty-game winner helped aid in critiquing, defining and preparing their physical and mental makeup for the major leagues. Frank “Sweet...

Morning Briefing: Mets Finish Strong at Citi as Changes Loom

The Mets have are off today before heading to Philadelphia for their final series of the season on Friday. Last night, the Mets defeated the Atlanta Braves 7-1 in their final home game of the season. Robert Gsellman started for the Mets and pitched six innings while only allowing one run and striking out four batters. On the offensive side, the Mets only recorded seven hits, but Dominic Smith...

Walks Have Been Key Issue in Mets’ Pitching Staff Struggles

The 2017 New York Mets are 38-45 and sit 11.5 games behind the first-place Washington Nationals in the National League East. This was unexpected going into the season after two straight playoff appearances and a team ready to compete. However, after a numerous amount of injuries, the Mets had and still have too many holes at important positions. Regardless of the injuries, hitting has not been...

Talkin’ Mets: Is it Time to Make a Bold Move?

After a disastrous Mother’s Day weekend for the Mets in Milwaukee, I discuss sending a message to the team by firing pitching coach Dan Warthen. I also ponder if this year’s team is worth investing in from a front office and fan perspective. Executive editor Michael Mayer of Metsmerized Online and MetsMinors.net talks about depth options for the struggling rotation and bullpen. If the Mets...

Potential Rotation Decision: Zack Wheeler or Seth Lugo?

Throughout spring training the biggest rotation question for the Mets was who would land the fifth spot in the rotation. While it was an open competition, it was expected that Robert Gsellman would snag that spot. Yesterday John Heyman of FanRag Sports confirmed that expectation. While one rotation question was answered, another was proposed. On Sunday, Sandy Alderson told the media that Steven...

Thoughts On Matt Harvey’s Velocity Concerns

After what could only be described as an uneven performance, comments by right-hander Matt Harvey as well as pitching coach Dan Warthen had social media ablaze with consternation, strife and untold drama. On Wednesday afternoon, Harvey allowed two earned  runs in 3 1/3 innings against the Marlins, tossing 67 pitches and reportedly living in the 92-93 mph range while topping out at 95 mph. Harvey...

The Mets Approach to Using Zack Wheeler

Spring training is a time for practice, high hopes for the upcoming season, and storylines that are blown out of proportion. One of the biggest storylines right now is Zack Wheeler and the tenderness in his elbow. The Mets know that Wheeler needs to be eased back into Major League action after not pitching a Major League game since September 25, 2014. Back in December, Sandy Alderson considered...

Zack Wheeler to Start Rehab Assignment on Saturday

Latest Update – 5:04 p.m. More good news on Zack Wheeler’s comeback trail.  Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports that Wheeler will start a rehab assignment this Saturday.  It remains to be seen how long Wheeler will need to shake off the rust, but he still appears on target for a late August return. Update – August 1 Zack Wheeler threw his first session to live hitters without...

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