Author: James Villani

Report: Joey Lucchesi a “Possibility For Later This Season”

Before this afternoon’s game, New York Mets’ manager Buck Showalter provided an update on left-handed pitcher Joey Lucchesi. Lucchesi is continuing his rehab from Tommy John surgery. He also is being described as a possibility for later this season. Showalter specifically said, “If he can continue down the path he’s own, he’s going to be an option for us.”...

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Mets’ Offense Explodes In 9-3 Win, Sweep Over Marlins

Sunday afternoon, against the Miami Marlins (47-55), the New York Mets (64-37) hoped to complete a three-game sweep. At LoanDepot park, the Mets did exactly that as they pummeled Miami 9-3. Propelled by the terrific offense, the Mets tallied a season-high 19 hits resulting in the nine runs. Seven of the nine Mets’ batters registered at least two hits. Taijuan Walker also turned in a decent...

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Report: Jacob DeGrom Still Plans To Opt Out

In just a few days, the New York Mets will get their star pitcher back on the mound in a regular season game for the first time in roughly 13 months. As earlier today, Buck Showalter confirmed that Jacob deGrom will make his first start back on Tuesday against the Washington Nationals. With the news of his return, also came some other news. News that has existed, but was further confirmed this...

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MMO Trade Profile: Matt Moore, LHP

Position: LHP Bats/Throws: L/L Age: 6/18/1989 (33) Traditional Stats: 33 G, 4-2, 1.61 ERA, 1.209 WHIP, 50 K, 44.2 IP Advanced Stats:  1.0 fWAR, 2.57 FIP,  2.51 xERA, 13.0 BB%, 27.2 K% Rundown Yes, that same Matt Moore that pitched to a 6.29 ERA, 4.89 xERA, and 5.76 FIP last season with Philadelphia. The former All-Star, who is now 33 years old, has completely revitalized his career for the time...

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Mets’ Offense Awakes in 8-5 Victory Over San Diego

The New York Mets (59-37) entered Sunday night’s nationally-televised finale at Citi Field looking to avoid a sweep. Against the San Diego Padres (54-43), the Mets’ bats awoke and New York triumphed to a 8-5 victory. This, specifically led by a big three-run home run via Pete Alonso, as well as some strong pitching (outside of Joely Rodríguez), once again. Worth noting, given the...

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