Author: Matt Lazzaro

Long Ball Dooms Mets, Lose 4-1 to Braves

The New York Mets matched up against the Atlanta Braves in a battle vying for the National League East lead on Tuesday evening. With a win on the previous night, the Mets got themselves back to a 2.5-game lead over the Braves. Mets hitters faced a tough challenge with Rookie of the Year candidate Spencer Strider taking the hill at Truist Park. Making the task more difficult, the Mets’...

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Scherzer Returns, Offense Stalls in 1-0 Walk-Off Loss to Reds

The New York Mets visited the struggling Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday evening at Great American Ball Park. Playing game two of a three-game series, the start of the game was delayed to local storms. The Reds entered play with the least amount of wins in the National League with 27, which is tied with the Oakland Athletics for the least wins in MLB. Two pitchers making their return fresh off the...

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Mets Overpowered By Astros Again, Lose 9-1

The New York Mets hosted the Houston Astros on Tuesday evening. After being swept in a two-game series just six days prior in Houston, the Mets welcomed them to Citi Field for the first time since the 2014 season. The Astros offense, however, powered their way to an 9-1 victory in their return to Queens. Leading off the top of the first inning, Jose Altuve reached base safely via the walk, and...

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Homer-Heavy Astros Rocket Past Mets 8-2

The New York Mets (45-24) visited Minute Maid Field to face off against the Houston Astros (41-25) on Tuesday night. The last time these two teams played against each other was in September 2017, when the Astros swept the Mets in a three-game series. Trevor Williams got the ball for his sixth start for the Mets this season, matched up off against right-hander José Urquidy. Ultimately, The Astros...

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Chris Bassitt Bounces Back in 4-0 Mets Win Over Brewers

The New York Mets returned to Citi Field following a 10-game west coast trip on Tuesday evening. Hosting the Milwaukee Brewers, it was the first time these two teams met this season. Chris Bassitt bounced back extremely well for the Mets during the game after allowing a combined 18 earned runs in his last 19 2/3 innings pitched in his last four starts. His efforts, combined with early runs,...

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