Author: Nick Rucco

Carrasco Brilliant in Mets’ 4-0 Win Over Marlins

The New York Mets (63-37) have beat up on the NL East all season, and Saturday night proved to be no exception in their 4-0 victory over the Miami Marlins (47-54). Carlos Carrasco picked up his 100th career victory in dominating fashion, the offense slugged three home runs, and the Mets have put together a five-game winning streak. The first-inning struggles are well-documented for Carrasco, and...

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Mets Minors Recap: Álvarez Hits Mammoth Walk-Off, Mauricio Slugs Two Homers

A bevy of long balls from the Mets’ top prospects highlighted the minor league action on Thursday. Francisco Álvarez hit a walk-off homer for Syracuse and Ronny Mauricio had a two-homer game for Binghamton, while Brett Baty and Alex Ramirez also went yard. AAA: Omaha Storm Chasers (48-47) 3, Syracuse Mets (43-53) 5 Box Score DH Francisco Álvarez: 1-for-3, HR (2), 2 RBI, 2 R, 2 BB, .259/.367/.527...

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Mets’ Offensive Woes Continue in 2-1 Loss to Padres

Another lifeless performance from the offense doomed the New York Mets (58-37) in a 2-1 defeat to the San Diego Padres (54-42) on Saturday night. The Mets were unable to provide any run support for Chris Bassitt, who was fantastic through seven strong innings, and the team has dropped three straight games dating back to before the All-Star break. The Mets lead the Braves by just a half game in...

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Mets Scratch Out 2-1 Victory In 11 Innings Against Cubs

In a game that was always going to be decided by one big hit, the New York Mets (57-34) found that moment in extra innings in a 2-1 victory over the Cubs (34-56) on Saturday afternoon. Taijuan Walker was fantastic on the bump, Pete Alonso set a new franchise record and drove in the winning run, and the Mets have strung together three straight wins as the All-Star break looms. The two starters...

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Mets Minors Recap: DeGrom Makes Third Rehab Start

Thursday night was all about Jacob deGrom, who was making his third rehab start as he works his way back from a shoulder injury that has kept him out of all of the 2022 season to this point. He tossed four stellar innings for the Syracuse Mets with Francisco Álvarez catching him, allowing two hits and a lone unearned run while striking out four. AAA: Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (46-41) 4, Syracuse...

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