On Monday, the Major League Baseball Communications Department issued a statement detailing the dramatic decrease in the number of nine-inning games that have eclipsed the three-hour and 30-minute mark. In 2021, the figure was an astounding 390 games, which was the most ever. While there was a moderate decrease to 231 games in the 2022 season, the 2023 season has seen the most drastic...
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After accumulating his first career big league game with multiple home runs against the Marlins on Wednesday, Mets’ third baseman Mark Vientos was looking to carry his momentum into a new series against the Phillies that kicked off Thursday night. In his second plate appearance in the third inning, he came close with a flyout to right field that traveled 100 mph. Subsequently, he blasted a...
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After suffering a series loss against the Cincinnati Reds, the New York Mets (69-80) are heading to loanDepot Park for three games against their division rival Miami Marlins (78-72). On Sunday, the Mets fought off a series sweep, headlined by another solid performance from left-handed pitcher José Quintana. This pitching prowess was matched with an offensive onslaught, as the Mets brought home...
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As the Mets looked to win their four-game series against the Diamondbacks on Thursday, they turned to their ace Kodai Senga to get the job done. Heading into Thursday’s contest, Senga had not allowed four or more earned runs in a start since June 17th, so he was definitely the right man for the job. Consequently, he did not disappoint against the Diamondbacks on Thursday. Senga, who has...
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After losing two out of three games against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field, the New York Mets (65-77) are returning to the familiar confines of Citi Field for four games against the Arizona Diamondbacks (75-69). Over the weekend, the Mets had trouble gaining momentum against the Twins. While Kodai Senga pitched well on Friday, the offense and bullpen failed to adequately support him. After...
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