Good Morning Mets fans!
The New York Mets (40-50) suffered a 8-3 loss to their division rivals, the Philadelphia Phillies (47-43). Zack Wheeler struggled early as he gave up four runs in the top of the first inning. As for the Mets offense, they were no-hit by Aaron Nola for 5.1 innings. The impending no-hitter was broken up by Pete Alonso‘s 30th home run of the season.
The All-Star Break begins tomorrow with the Home Run Derby, which Alonso will be participating in. The All-Star Game takes place on Tuesday, with Alonso, Jeff McNeil and Jacob deGrom representing the Mets.
Latest Mets News
Michael Conforto was out of the Sunday’s lineup with a stiff back, but was also put into the game as part of a double-switch in the seventh inning.
Wilson Ramos discussed his future with the Mets, acknowledging that this season might be his only season in a Mets uniform, according to Newsday’s Kenny DeJohn
Mets prospect Anthony Kay threw a scoreless inning, with one strikeout in today’s Futures Game.
Former Mets’ prospects Jarred Kelenic and Justin Dunn raved about Pete Alonso, which can be seen in this video by SNY.
Latest MLB News
The Indians issued an update on Carlos Carrasco‘s condition with chronic myeloid leukemia, a treatable form of leukemia. According to Zach Meisel of The Athletic, Carrasco has been cleared to resume strength and conditioning workouts, and throwing activities.
Angels catcher Jonathan Lucroy was taken out of today’s game after a frightening collision at home plate with the Astros’ center fielder Jake Marisnick.
Reds center fielder Nick Senzel exited Sunday’s game after suffering a right ankle sprain, according to John Fay of the Cincinnati Enquirer. Reds manager David Bell told reporters, including C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic that the sprain isn’t particularly serious and Senzel should be back after the All-Star break.
Latest NL East News
According to Jesse Dougherty of the Washington Post, Max Scherzer’s spot on the All-Star roster has been filled by a replacement. Scherzer opted out of participating in the exhibition because of a minor back issue dating to his start against the Tigers last week.
Phillies general manager Gabe Kapler confirmed that Jake Arrieta does have a bone spur, according to Scott Lauber of the Philadelphia Inquirer.
Latest MMO News
Jack Hendon gives his take on Met’s GM Brodie Van Wagenen’s rage fit during a postgame meeting
Rob Piersall discussed how Brodie Van Wagenen refuses to elaborate upon the state of the team.
Rob Piersall also discussed Alonso ending the first half of the season with his 30th home run.
Tim Ryder analyzed Anthony Kay‘s performance in the All-Stars Futures game.
This Day In Mets History
Birthdays: Ken Sanders and Gary Kroll turn 78.
Transactions: The Mets traded Frank Lary to the Chicago White Sox for Jimmie Schaffer on July 8, 1965.
