Author: Christian De Block

Series Preview: Mets Begin Road Trip Against Giants

The New York Mets (59-44) begin the weekend in sole possession of first place in the National League East. They completed a three-game sweep of the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday, a day highlighted by Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso snapping out of their respective slumps. The Mets’ road trip will begin against the San Francisco Giants (54-49), who are currently 1 1/2 games out of the...

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Series Preview: Mets Begin Second Half Against Reds

The New York Mets (55-42) will begin the second half with a half-game deficit in the National League East behind the Philadelphia Phillies. After a 12-15 June, they have started to trend in the right direction, winning seven of their last 12 games. With the July 31 trade deadline looming, the Mets’ roster could look much different in a few weeks, but that’s a topic for another day....

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MMO Trade Profile: High-Leverage Relievers

The New York Mets enter the second half in a good spot. At 55-42, they are just a half game out of first place in the National League East. They have the eighth-best record in baseball. With that being said, reinforcements will be needed if the Mets want to accomplish their ultimate goal. One of the areas that could use some help is the bullpen. The imminent return of Brooks Raley will give them...

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Series Preview: Mets Get Two Key Arms Back Against Royals

The vibe surrounding the New York Mets (53-41) would make it seem as if their season is falling apart. Being 12 games above .500 on July 11, just days before the All-Star break, is pretty solid in my mind. That being said, the Mets are 8-15 since June 15. That is tied for the worst mark in baseball over that stretch. The last month or so has shown us that the Mets may need significant...

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Trade Profile: Zac Gallen, RHP

ZAC GALLEN, RHP Position: SP B/T: R/R Age: 29 (08/03/1995) 2025 Traditional Stats: 18 G, 18 GS, 104 IP, 6-9, 5.45 ERA, 1.365 WHIP, 98 SO, 42 BB 2025 Advanced Stats: 76 ERA+, 21.9% SO%, 9.4% BB%, 4.80 xERA, 4.97 FIP, 4.21 xFIP, -0.2 fWAR, 0.1 bWAR RUNDOWN Zac Gallen has been a consistent front-end starter throughout his time with the Arizona Diamondbacks. After being acquired from the Miami...

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