Author: Christian De Block

The Betting Market for the 2024 Home Run Derby

New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso is making a fifth consecutive appearance in the T-Mobile Home Run Derby Monday. He is a two-time champion, winning the competition in 2019 and 2021. Hall of Famer Ken Griffey Jr. is the only player to win the Home Run Derby three times. Can Alonso equal that with a title tonight? Watch him take on the competition at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas,...

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Dedniel Núñez Continues to Excel in High-Leverage Situations

The New York Mets’ bullpen has been a point of concern for a large portion of this season. A few factors have played a key role in that. Injuries to Brooks Raley and Drew Smith, inconsistencies from Adam Ottavino and Jake Diekman among others, and more recently, Edwin Díaz receiving a 10-game suspension. But one guy that they have been able to heavily rely on in big moments is Dedniel...

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Series Preview: Mets Finish First Half Against Slumping Rockies

For the first time since May 9, the New York Mets (47-45) are in a playoff spot after sweeping a three-game set with the Washington Nationals. They are 23-12 since the beginning of June, trailing only the Houston Astros for the best record in baseball over that time period. The Mets have completely turned their season around, giving themselves an opportunity to add at the deadline. That decision...

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The Luis Torrens Acquisition Continues To Pay Great Dividends

Being a backup catcher is never an easy task. It can be difficult to find any sort of rhythm, especially offensively. That does not apply to Luis Torrens, who has done incredibly well in that role. His bat has been a pleasant surprise, giving the New York Mets a spark at a point in the season when they needed it most. Torrens’ impact in all areas helped the team earn an important win over...

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Series Preview: Mets Wrap Up Road Trip in Pittsburgh

The New York Mets (42-43) were in the driver’s seat to win another mid-week set, but two straight losses to the Washington Nationals has slightly stunted their positive momentum. Edwin Díaz’s absence in the bullpen was more apparent than ever and has further brought the team’s biggest weakness to light. While he will return from his suspension this weekend, additions to the...

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