Author: Kai Chang

Lindor Hitting the Right Notes

After struggling for much of the summer, Francisco Lindor has found his spark, leading the Mets’ offense to a dominant series win against the Seattle Mariners. Lindor went 8-for-14 in the three-game series with two home runs, six RBIs, two doubles, and a stolen base. His steal on August 16 marked his 20th of the season, giving him his fifth career 20/20 season and making him the first shortstop...

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Mets Minors Recap: Jonah Tong Sensational In Triple-A Debut

As Nolan McLean capped off a fantastic debut with the big league club, fellow top prospect Jonah Tong had a day of his own in Syracuse (Triple-A), spinning 5 2/3 shutout innings and striking out nine in his Triple-A debut. Triple-A Syracuse Mets (62-57) 5, Rochester Red Wings (46-70) 0 Box Score CF Jett Williams: 1-for-5, 3B, R, 3 SO (1.031 OPS) LF Ryan Clifford: 1-for-3, RBI, R, BB (.538 OPS)...

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Ryan Helsley’s Struggles With Mets Continue

On Thursday, the Mets found another way to lose in heartbreaking fashion. Déjà vu all over again, as Yogi Berra would say. Kodai Senga didn’t quite complete six innings, but his 5 2/3 frames of two-run ball gave the Mets a real chance. For a rotation that’s been slowly deteriorating, it was good enough. This time, however, it was the bullpen that let it slip away. It’s become a theme: when one...

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Morning Briefing: Pete Alonso Is The New Mets Home Run King

Good morning, Mets fans! On Tuesday, Pete Alonso reached a major milestone by hitting his 253rd career home run, breaking Darryl Strawberry’s long-standing franchise record. This achievement cements his place as the most prolific power hitter in Mets history. Plus, the Mets ended their losing streak with a 13-5 victory over the division rival Braves. They were powered by six home run including...

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Mets Minors Recap: Blackburn Solid In Fourth Rehab Start

Paul Blackburn turned in another solid outing with Triple-A Syracuse, going 5 2/3 innings while giving up two runs. The Mets had placed the 31-year-old Blackburn on the 15-day injured list July 3 (retroactive to June 30) with a right shoulder impingement. This was his fourth start in his most recent rehab stretch with Syracuse. Triple-A Box Score Syracuse Mets (60-52) 9, Charlotte Knights...

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