Author: Nate Mendelson

Mark Canha Back From Covid-19 Injured List

Mark Canha will make his return to the Mets on Wednesday, as he’s reinstated from the Covid-19 injured list. Canha and outfielder Brandon Nimmo were each placed on the injured list on Friday. Nimmo returned and played in the second game of Tuesday’s doubleheader. The 33-year-old outfielder has enjoyed a hot start to his first season outside of Oakland. Canha is batting .381 with a .500 on-base...

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Mets Add Sensory Nook to Citi Field

The New York Mets announced on Tuesday the addition of the “Sensory Nook,” designed to help fans with autism, ADHD, and dyslexia escape from the overstimulation that can occur at major sporting events. The Sensory Nook is located on the concourse of the stadium and is free to use by any guest who needs a break from the action on the diamond. “We take a lot of pride in offering a safe...

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Mets Offense Excelling With Runners On Base

Contrary to the 2021 season, the Mets offense has been on fire when their teammates reach base. Through the fifth inning of last night’s game, the Mets ranked top-three in the league in batting average when there are two outs and a runner in scoring position. Last year, the Mets ranked 28th in that same stat. New York is enjoying a flurry of offensive success during their first 12 games of...

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Mets-Giants Series Promises Stellar Pitching Matchups

The Mets and Giants series kicks off with a doubleheader starting Tuesday afternoon. Though the start time was delayed some hours, the pitching matchups between the 7-2 San Francisco Giants and 7-3 New York Mets make up a must-watch event. Game 1, Tuesday 3:10 PM Alex Cobb (1-0, 3.60) vs. Tylor Megill (2-0, 0.00) The 34-year-old Cobb signed a two-year, $20 million deal with the Giants this last...

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Edwin Diaz Pitched From His Heart in Return to the Mets

Edwin Diaz made his trumpeted return to the Mets on Tuesday, after spending time on the bereavement list for the passing of his grandfather in Puerto Rico. Diaz flew down to the island on Friday. In Diaz’s time off the Mets bullpen was rattled without their closer. New York lost back-to-back games without their top relief option available. But with a 2-0 lead in the ninth inning, about to...

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