Good morning, Mets fans! Welp, here we are again: Despite their best efforts, the Mets no longer own sole possession of first place. They lost 6-4 to the Marlins on Tuesday, unable to overcome a lackluster Carlos Carrasco start. Meanwhile, the Braves pounced the Nationals 8-2. After all this, New York and Atlanta each own a 97-58 record. With just seven games left in the regular season,...
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David Peterson might have the most unique and unpredictable role on this year’s New York Mets. On any given day, he could be in the major or minor league rotation, in the bullpen, or in a role that’s not quite so clear. But the left-hander, who recently turned 27, is quietly having the best campaign of his career. “I know I’m gonna get my number called. I know...
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Mets owner Steve Cohen is prepared to do what it takes to keep Jacob deGrom in a Mets uniform, he said in an interview with Zach Braziller of the New York Post on Saturday. DeGrom plans to opt out of his contract this offseason, which would make him a free agent. “Listen, he certainly has the right to do that,” Cohen said. “We love Jacob, and I think he’s the best pitcher...
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The Mets held their first Old Timers’ Day since 1994, and it certainly didn’t disappoint. Complete with a surprise number retirement, a fake mustache and a bunch of old guys having fun on a baseball field, the festivities honored Mets history at Citi Field Saturday afternoon. “Big day at the ballpark as we welcome back Mets legends spanning 60 years,” Mets owner Steve...
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The Mets introduced their first Old Timers’ Day since 1994 with a special ceremony for all those in attendance Saturday. It certainly lived up to Mets’ fans expectations, but it took a welcome twist when the team announced they’d be retiring Willie Mays’ number 24. Mays played for the Mets in the final two years of his career, from 1972-1973. He helped the Mets win the...
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