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Mets Activate Daniel Murphy, Option Dilson Herrera To Triple-A

The Mets announced that infielder Daniel Murphy has been activated from the Disabled List and second baseman Dilson Herrera has been optioned to Las Vegas (AAA). This was widely expected. Murphy will resume playing third base while David Wright remains out. June 28 Infielder Daniel Murphy, who was initially expected to return from the disabled list this weekend, is now expected to return on...

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MMO Mailbag: Upgrading Shortstop?

Vic asks… Hey Metsmerized, I was wondering if you could give me your thoughts on the following: I know everybody is looking for the Mets to do something, but I’m bothered some sites suggesting going after Jean Segura or Jimmy Rollins. I really don’t see them as upgrades defensively over Ruben Tejada. What do you think? I don’t think they will provide that much of an...

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Steven Matz MLB Debut Report Card

Stat Line:  7.2 IP, 2 R, 5 H, 6 K, 3 BB Yesterday afternoon, Mets fans excitedly tuned in to watch the much anticipated Major League debut for Long Island native and top prospect left-handed pitcher Steven Matz.  In this article, I will touch upon the quality of movement within Matz pitches, high level of athleticism and inconsistency in command. Positives Repertoire of Pitches:  A Matz showed...

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Collins On Matz Promotion: The Future Is Now!

During Terry Collins’ pregame press conference on Sunday, MMO’s Clayton Collier asked the Mets manager what it means now that all the young pitchers are up with the team after the promotion of Steven Matz. To which Collins responded, “It means the future is now.” “Matz is the last of the organization’s young arms. We always like to get them here as quick as can...

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Curtis Granderson Stays Hot, Blasts 13th Home Run

Mets right fielder Curtis Granderson has been one of the few bright spots recently for the Mets offense. On Friday, he hit his 12th home run which led helped the Mets to a narrow 2-1 win over the Reds at Citi Field. On Saturday, Granderson stayed hot and doubled in the first and then hit an opposite field home run with two outs in the third inning. It was the 250th career home run for Curtis who...

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