Author: John Flanigan

Rosario’s Confidence Surging Heading Into 2019

It was an up-and-down first full year in the big leagues for New York Mets shortstop Amed Rosario. At just 22-years old, Rosario got off to a bit of a shaky start last season. Over the first half of the season, he was hitting just .246/.289/.379 with 64 strikeouts, four home runs, and six stolen bases. Rosario was over swinging often and like most young players looked a bit overmatched at the...

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Top of Lineup Sunday Flashes Potential Heading Into Season

One of the goals for New York Mets General Manager Brodie Van Wagenen this offseason was to improve the offense. As we all remember, the Mets offense was horrendous at times last season. In total, they hit just .234, posted a .701 OPS, and averaged just four runs per game. Van Wagenen added some solid pieces via trade and free agency, and this spring the offense has provided Mets fans with a ton...

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What’s New at Citi Field in 2019

Opening Day is right around the corner, and on Thursday afternoon the New York Mets hosted their annual ‘New for 2019 at Citi Field’ media event. The organization provided an exclusive look inside some of the new elements, promotions, and additions to the food menus at the stadium for the 2019 season. 50th Anniversary of the 1969 World Series Champs One of the big things the Mets spoke on during...

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Syndergaard Stellar in Fourth Start of the Spring

New York Mets right-hander Noah Syndergaard enjoyed himself a nice little afternoon in his fourth start of the spring and the Mets 2-1 win over the Houston Astros on Wednesday afternoon. In his five innings of work, Syndergaard kept his pitch count under control. He also looked stronger and stronger as the afternoon went along. He led off the game by using back-to-back front door two-seam...

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Lowrie’s Feeling Good And Progressing Well Each Day

Yesterday, New York Mets General Manager Brodie Van Wagenen told reporters that recently sidelined Mets infielder Jed Lowrie has begun throwing and hitting. On Wednesday morning, Lowrie himself confirmed this, telling reports that he has begun hitting off a tee and playing catch, but is yet to start running. “It’s about building up that strength and endurance. We have to take that segmentally,...

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