On March 21, 2013, third baseman David Wright was named the fourth captain in Mets’ history. He joined Keith Hernandez, Gary Carter, and John Franco as the only other Mets to carry the honor. Wright had quite a month of March in 2013, being dubbed “Captain America” for his role on Team USA in the World Baseball Classic, and then being given a ceremonial role that demonstrated...
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A friend of mine from Long Island called my attention to a column David Lennon of Newsday recently wrote about MLB’s proposed rule changes, several of which will be tested in the minor leagues this season. A few of the possible rule changes were also discussed during Tuesday afternoon’s broadcast of the Mets’ exhibition game against the Houston Astros. The proposals are...
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On Sunday afternoon, David Peterson, who is among the top contenders for the New York Mets’ fifth starter spot, took the mound in Port St. Lucie against the St. Louis Cardinals for his second exhibition start. Peterson tossed four innings, allowing three runs on five hits, walking two and striking out one. He threw 68 pitches, 41 for strikes. Peterson began his day by retiring the first...
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According to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com, New York Mets Manager Luis Rojas gave updated information prior to Thursday night’s game against the Houston Astros regarding infielder/outfielder Dominic Smith, and newly-acquired starting pitcher, Carlos Carrasco. Dominic Smith will play left field tomorrow in a Grapefruit League game for the first time, per Luis Rojas. The Mets had been holding...
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On Monday afternoon, the Mets lost their exhibition game to the Washington Nationals by a score of 9-5. Losing a game in spring training is not a big deal, but the manner in which the team lost may be a cause for concern. During Monday afternoon’s game, the Mets made three errors. This of course comes just one day after they committed four errors against the Miami Marlins. Defense has been...
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