Author: Tyler Antonelle

Morning Briefing: Max Scherzer to Start Sunday vs. Nationals

Good morning, Mets fans! Max Scherzer threw a 30-pitch bullpen session on Friday and it went well enough that he is now expected to start for the Mets on Sunday against the Nationals. Scherzer has been dealing with neck spasms and they have evidently calmed down enough. With that, the probable starters for the Mets’ next few games are Joey Lucchesi later today, Scherzer tomorrow, then...

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Lindor Comes Up Clutch in 3-2 Win Over Nationals

The Mets entered Friday having lost five straight series, four against teams with losing records. Their game Friday night marked a great chance for the team to turn things around, as they began a four-game series with the Nationals. Tylor Megill drew the start for New York while MacKenzie Gore, who struck out 10 in six innings in his last outing against the Mets, got the start for Washington....

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Morning Briefing: Mets Thinking About Potential Vientos Promotion

Good morning, Mets fans! General manager Billy Eppler spoke on Friday about Mark Vientos and why he has not been called up to the major league club yet despite a scorching hot start in Triple-A. Eppler noted that there are several factors that play into it such as Vientos’ development and usage, but said a potential promotion is “definitely on our radar and something we’re...

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Senga, Nimmo Shine in Mets 1-0 Win Over Rockies

Coming off of a shocking and disappointing three-game sweep at the hands of the Tigers, the Mets took the field on Friday night looking to right the ship against the Rockies who entered the game on a four-game win streak. Kodai Senga got the start for New York and Antonio Senzatela, making his first appearance since last August, got the start for Colorado. There wasn’t much offense from...

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Morning Briefing: Mets Receive Updates on Injured Pitchers

Good morning, Mets fans! On Friday, the Mets received updates on three injured pitchers. Most important of the group was Justin Verlander, who threw four scoreless innings in a rehab assignment with Double-A Binghamton on Friday afternoon. After the game, Verlander said he felt good and is ready to go. He is likely to return to the Mets and make his debut with the team in the series against the...

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