Author: Rob Piersall

Morning Briefing: Mets Look to Get Back to .500

Good morning, Mets fans! Today, New York will look to get back to .500, as well as go for the sweep against the Miami Marlins. Noah Syndergaard gets the ball for the Mets and will be opposed by Caleb Smith. On Saturday, Mets’ ace Jacob deGrom twirled seven strong innings on the hill and also drove in a run at the dish. Pete Alonso and Michael Conforto also hit back-to-back jacks as the...

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Carlos Gomez Is Raking In Syracuse; Should Mets Promote Him?

Going into the 2019 season, the New York Mets brought in several depth options for the outfield. Keon Broxton was acquired from the Milwaukee Brewers and broke camp with the major league squad, while veterans Rajai Davis, Rymer Liriano, Gregor Blanco and Carlos Gomez began the year with Triple-A Syracuse. Broxton, 29 tomorrow, was seen as a solid defender with some pop in his bat that could work...

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Mets Acquire Wilmer Font, Transfer Cespedes to 60-Day IL

The Mets have made a move to get a fresh arm in the bullpen. According to Anthony DiComo of MLB.com, New York has acquired right-handed reliever Wilmer Font from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for cash considerations or a player to be named later. The Mets announced on Twitter that Font will be activated tomorrow when a corresponding move is announced. To make room on the 40-man roster,...

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Matz Dealing with Nerve Issue, Likely to Miss Start or Two

Jon Heyman of MLB Network reported Monday morning that Mets’ left-hander Steven Matz is indeed dealing with a nerve issue in his arm. Matz, 27, headed back to New York on Sunday to receive tests, which revealed the nerve issue. New York has dodged a bullet, however, as there is no issue with his elbow. The nerve issue has been plaguing Matz for a couple weeks now, said manager Mickey...

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Mets Recall Peterson and Bashlor, Option Flexen and O’Rourke

The New York Mets announced Sunday that they have recalled right-handed relievers Tim Peterson and Tyler Bashlor from Triple-A Syracuse and optioned southpaw Ryan O’Rourke and right-hander Chris Flexen. After Saturday’s 18 inning marathon game where the Mets taxed their bullpen, they have brought in some reinforcements. Peterson, 28, has appeared in four games this year for the Mets,...

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