Author: James Villani

A Deep Dive Into Newest Mets Outfielder Jesse Winker

Right before midnight, the New York Mets came to an agreement with the Washington Nationals on a trade for outfielder Jesse Winker. In exchange, the team parted with pitching prospect Tyler Stuart. Winker, a left-handed bat, brings a much-needed offensive upgrade to the Mets’ outfield. He will also bring a boost to the lineup against right-handed pitchers. The Mets own the fourth-highest...

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MMO MLB Draft Thread, 7:00 P.M.

Sunday, July 14, 2024 • 7:00 pm ET Arlington, TX ESPN • MLB Network Today is the big day. Not only will several lives change, but the trajectory of some teams can as well. The MLB Draft is officially upon us. Day one of the draft is tonight, beginning at 7:00 pm ET, and is compromised of the first two rounds. Meanwhile, day two (rounds 3-10) and day three (rounds 11-20) will follow in the coming...

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Kodai Senga Allows One Run In Third Rehab Start

On Sunday, Kodai Senga made his third rehab start as continues to work his way back from a shoulder strain that has sidelined him all season. This third rehab start was his second with Triple-A Syracuse as he stretched his workload a little further. Senga worked 4 2/3 innings, allowing two hits and one run. He walked three batters while striking out three. His four-seam fastball sat between 93...

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Pete Alonso Slated To Participate In Fifth-Straight Home Run Derby

Updated Post – July 7 at 8:50 pm ET Major League Baseball announced Sunday evening that Mets first baseman Pete Alonso will once again participate in the home run derby. This will be the fifth-straight derby Alonso has participated in. He is looking for his third title. Alonso joins Alec Bohm of the Phillies and Gunnar Henderson of the Orioles among players confirmed for the event. Alonso...

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Late-Game Chaos Results In 3-2 Mets Victory

After a stretch of three-straight losses, the New York Mets were hoping to create a streak going in the other direction on Sunday at PNC Park. Against the Pittsburgh Pirates Sunday afternoon, the Mets were able to emerge victorious thanks for some late clutch hitting and just enough from the bullpen. Specifically, with help from Francisco Lindor and Edwin Díaz bouncing back in the ninth inning,...

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