Author: Christian De Block

Carlos Carrasco Shows Again Why He Should Be Removed From Rotation

Since the New York Mets returned from the All-Star break, two of their starting pitchers have performed at a high level: Kodai Senga and José Quintana. As for the rest of the rotation, it has been a difficult stretch, especially for Carlos Carrasco. Saturday’s start against the Los Angeles Angels was his shortest of the season, allowing five runs and seven hits in just 1 2/3 innings. For...

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Series Preview: Short-Handed Angels Meet Mets At Citi Field

When the schedule came out for the 2023 season, one of the more anticipated matchups for the New York Mets (59-69) was the Los Angeles Angels (61-67) coming to town for a three-game series in late August. Unfortunately for the fans, neither of these teams has performed to the level of their expectations. The Angels have been decimated by injuries, which has hindered the likes of Mike Trout and...

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Francisco Lindor Continues His Terrific Season

Like many of his teammates, Francisco Lindor could not discover any sort of consistency in the first half of the season. The 29-year-old struggled to string quality at-bats together, but that is no longer the case. Lindor left his mark on Saturday’s 13-2 win over the St. Louis Cardinals, helping the New York Mets clinch a series victory. After back-to-back singles from Lindor and Jeff...

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Mark Vientos to IL, Abraham Almonte Selected

Mark Vientos is going on the injured list with left wrist inflammation, the Mets announced Thursday. The 23-year-old rookie was kept out of the lineup for the series finale against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday. Vientos was left off the lineup card for Thursday’s series opener against the St. Louis Cardinals. Veteran outfielder Abraham Almonte has had his contract selected from...

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Series Preview: Mets Begin Road Trip in St. Louis

Many picked the New York Mets (55-66) and the St. Louis Cardinals (54-67) to win their respective divisions. Instead, they have been two of the most disappointing teams in the National League. The Mets will begin a seven-game road trip with four in St. Louis, which begins Thursday night. Both teams have played a bit better as of late, as the Mets just took two of three against the Pittsburgh...

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