The Mets were looking to win their series against the Oakland Athletics on Thursday with third baseman Mark Vientos batting second in the order. It was the first time that Vientos had been placed in that spot in the lineup during his career, which he certainly earned with his strong body of work so far this season. Vientos commented about the advantage associated with batting earlier in the...
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After being swept by the Mariners to conclude their long road trip, the New York Mets (61-57) return home to face the Oakland Athletics (50-69). The Mets struggled mightily against the Mariners over the weekend, only scoring one run among three losing efforts. They sit one game behind the Braves for the final Wild Card spot after winning four of 10 games on their road trip. This series against...
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The Mets were looking to secure a series victory against the Colorado Rockies on Thursday with first baseman Pete Alonso batting cleanup. Alonso was 5-for-26 with a home run and a 147 wRC+ in August leading into the game. He quickly added another home run, this one of the two-run variety, to that total in the first inning against left-handed pitcher Austin Gomber. This moonshot traveled 471 feet...
Read MoreAfter righting the ship during a vital makeup game with the St. Louis Cardinals, the New York Mets (59-53) start a three-game series Tuesday in Denver against the Colorado Rockies (41-72). As of now, the Mets now trail the Braves, Padres, and Diamondbacks, who are all tied for three Wild Card spots, by 1.5 games. As a result, every game must be approached with urgency, as there are a number of...
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After splitting their weekend series against the Braves, the New York Mets (55-50) host the Minnesota Twins (58-46) for a three-game interleague matchup. Entering Monday, the Mets hold the third Wild Card spot, albeit with little breathing room. There are six other teams within five games of that spot, including two within just one game. The Mets must treat each game with urgency as they prepare...
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