Author: James Villani

Alonso Breaks Mets’ RBI Record In 13-4 Rout Against Athletics

The New York Mets (97-57) was hunting for a much-needed series victory in Oakland against the Athletics (56-97) Sunday evening. With Max Scherzer on the mound, the Mets came through led by an explosive offense and superb pitching. The big blow was Pete Alonso’s record-setting, two-run home run. At the end of the day, New York emerged victorious, 13-1. Note, the Braves beat Philadelphia in...

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Mark Vientos Heating Up, Cracks First Career Home Run

There was not a lot to be happy about regarding the New York Mets on Saturday evening. New York loss 10-4 in Oakland against the lowly Athletics as their ace, and arguably the best pitcher in baseball (Jacob deGrom), made his worst start since 2019. Furthermore, to make matters worse, the Atlanta Braves defeated the Phillies. So, the Mets’ division lead trimmed back down to just 1.5 games....

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Mets Can Clinch First Playoff Berth Since 2016 Monday

Thanks to their victory Sunday against the Pittsburgh Pirates, the New York Mets are one win over the Milwaukee Brewers away from clinching a playoff berth. Clinching a playoff spot would see the Mets return to the postseason for the first time in six years (2016). This all made possible thanks to the Mets’ 7-3 victory over Pittsburgh, and the Brewers 12-8 defeat at the hands of the New...

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Mets Win 7-3, Clinch Four-Game Sweep Over Pittsburgh

The New York Mets (93-55) entered Sunday afternoon at Citi Field looking for the four-game sweep over the Pittsburgh Pirates (55-92). With their ace, Jacob deGrom on the mound, the Mets relied on a four-run eighth inning to clinch the desired four-game sweep via a 7-3 victory. The offense, thanks to the eighth inning explosion, was able to compile 12 hits. Meanwhile, Mets’ pitchers...

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Taijuan Walker, Strong Offense Leads To 9-3 Victory Over Miami

The New York Mets (89-52) entered Sunday afternoon’s contest at loanDepot Park hoping to capture another series victory. Against the Miami Marlins (57-82), the Mets got exactly what they were looking for as they blew out Miami for the second consecutive game, 9-3. This thanks in large part to a huge bounce-back performance from Taijuan Walker (7 IP, 1 ER , 10 SO), as well as strong...

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