Tag: Erik Goeddel

Mets Don’t Need Another Left-Handed Reliever

Each and every offseason, the common refrain is the Mets are in need of an additional left-handed reliever in the bullpen. Mostly, it is a call for the Mets to add a second left-handed pitcher, but this offseason it is more of a need to add a primary left-handed reliever. Time and again, this call misses the mark because what the team needs, what any team needs, is good relievers regarded of...

Hot Stove Rumor Roundup: Matheny Going Back to Work

Good morning, Mets fans, and happy Saturday! Although no major transactions took place yesterday, there are still a few noteworthy developments to take a look at: Matheny Hired as Special Advisor for Royals Just a few months removed from an embarrassing dismissal from the St. Louis Cardinals’ organization, former big-league catcher Mike Matheny is back in a chair, albeit in a less hands-on...

Morning Briefing: Harvey Looks to Keep It Rolling

Good morning Mets fans! Today, Matt Harvey will face off against the St.Louis Cardinals. After striking out eight Marlins in five innings his last time out, Harvey will look to keep the good times rolling. Today’s game will broadcast on 710 WOR. Yesterday, Steven Matz silenced any concerns about his poor spring, pitching six innings of two-run ball against a potent Astros offense. He mixed...

Rangers Add Erik Goeddel On A Minor League Deal

The Texas Rangers have signed former Met Erik Goeddel to a minor league deal according to TR Sullivan of MLB.com. The Mets drafted Goeddel in the 24th round of the 2010 MLB Draft. He spent parts of the last four seasons with the big league club before being outrighted from the 40-man roster on Oct. 25 and becoming a free agent. Goeddel, who will be celebrating his 29th birthday tomorrow, is...

Morning Briefing: Astros Tie Series With Late Heroics

There is no game tonight as it’s a travel day with the World Series resuming on Friday night in Houston. Last night there was some game at Chavez Ravine. The Astros had an early 1-0 lead but homers by Joc Pederson and Corey Seager put the Dodgers up 3-1. The Dodgers dominant bullpen looked like they had the game locked up until a huge solo homer by Marwin Gonzalez off Kenley Jansen tied it...

Morning Briefing: Mets Get Needed Day Off After Miami Sweep

The Mets have a much needed day off before heading home to start a three-game series with the Washington Nationals. Yesterday, the Mets lost 9-2 to the Miami Marlins to complete the sweep. Rafael Montero started the game and did not fare well at all. He allowed five runs in his four innings of work, along with seven hits and two walks. He only managed to record two strikeouts in that time. The...

Rapid Reaction: Harvey Battered In 13-1 Blowout

The New York Mets (65-85) were defeated by the Miami Marlins (70-80) 13-1 on Monday night in the first of a three-game series. Pitching: Matt Harvey started the game for the Mets and struggled from the get-go. He gave up a run in the first inning on a Justin Bour RBI single. The right-hander struggled in the third inning as well, throwing a wild pitch to allow Giancarlo Stanton which forced home...

Goeddel Sent To New York With Dizziness And Blurred Vision

Mets RHP Erik Goeddel, who is dealing with dizziness and blurred vision, has been sent to New York to be examined. The 28-year-old has not pitched since September 5th. He’s appeared in 30 games this season, striking out 32 and walking 11 in 27.1 innings. He’s pitched to a 3.95 ERA, 4.39 FIP and 1.207 WHIP.

A Dramatic Sunday At Nationals Park As Mets Split Series With Washington

This week the Mets were dealt a devastating blow, which has put a major crimp in their rebuilding style. All Star outfielder Michael Conforto suffered a season-ending shoulder injury, followed by the loss of Yoenis Cespedes to a persistent hamstring issue that has compromised the controversial Cuban’s ability to remain healthy. On Saturday, after the news that Steven Matz will take a seat for...

Rapid Reaction: Extra Innings Prove Too Much for Mets in 3-2 Loss to D-Backs

The New York Mets (54-69) were defeated 3-2 by the Arizona Diamondbacks (68-57) on Monday night. Pitching:  Robert Gsellman took the hill for the Mets tonight and delivered in his second outing since returning from the DL. He started off excellent as he didn’t allow a run through the first three innings, but he ran into trouble in the fourth and allowed a run on a J.D. Martinez RBI single....

Rapid Reaction: Mets Waste Montero’s Performance in 4-2 Loss to Yanks

The Mets (53-63) lost 4-2 on Monday night to the New York Yankees (62-55) in the first of a split four-game series. Pitching:  Rafael Montero pitched for the Mets tonight and had his best outing of the season. He got through the order the first time cleanly before running into trouble in the fourth inning. He loaded the bases, but was able to limit the damage to only one run. He got through the...

Rapid Reaction: Mets’ Bats Quiet in 3-1 Loss to Phillies

The New York Mets (52-62) lost to the Philadelphia Phillies (43-71) by a score of 3-1 on Saturday night at Citizens Bank Park. Pitching Steven Matz (2-5, 5.77 ERA) started for the Mets in this game looking to bounce back from a string of poor outings. He wasn’t lights-out, but he did make his longest outing since July 3. He went 5 2/3 innings and gave up four hits, two walks, and two runs...

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