Author: Mojo Hill

Edwin Díaz Will Not Pitch This Season

The rumors that Mets closer Edwin Díaz might return to pitch in a game this season have been officially put to rest. As Anthony DiComo of MLB reported on Monday, the team is opting not to risk anything or rush a return with the Mets so far out in the standings. Díaz has made clear his wish to return all year, hoping he’d get into at least a game or two before season’s end. He’s...

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Morning Briefing: Stearns, Eppler Set to Lead Front Office Together

Good morning, Mets fans! The Mets have officially reached an agreement with David Stearns to become their president of baseball operations after the regular season ends, as Andy Martino of SNY first reported. They’ve made it clear that their plan is to retain general manager Billy Eppler as well, Martino also reported. The two will work together in their respective positions to try to...

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Morning Briefing: Mets Scuffling Through Three-Game Losing Streak

Good morning, Mets fans! The Mets lost again on Saturday to the Twins, falling 8-4 despite three home runs and a decent performance from David Peterson. The bullpen has particularly struggled lately, while the offense hasn’t had enough of a late response. The Mets have lost three straight and will look to salvage the final game of the series at 2:10 p.m. ET with Tylor Megill on the mound....

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Morning Briefing: Edwin Díaz Traveling With the Mets

Good morning, Mets fans! Injured Mets closer Edwin Díaz is traveling with the team now as he continues to target a return before the end of the season. He has two bullpens scheduled during the team’s current road trip, Anthony DiComo of MLB reported, which will be held with pitching coach Jeremy Hefner and the training staff watching. Latest Mets News The Mets won 11-5 in their series...

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Ronny Mauricio to Play Third Base, Left Field for Mets

Recently-promoted prospect Ronny Mauricio is going to be playing some third base and left field for the Mets in the near future, manager Buck Showalter indicated on Monday. As detailed in an article by Joe Pantorno of AMNY, Showalter asked reporters where they would play Mauricio. When they mentioned that they haven’t seen him play third or left in the majors yet, Showalter said,...

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