More than a week after announcing he was moving to the bullpen, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza told the media today that RHP Adrian Houser would get the start on Wednesday. Houser’s move to the bullpen made way for top pitching prospect Christian Scott to make his MLB debut. Houser, acquired with Tyrone Taylor in the offseason, made just one relief appearance since his shuffle to the bullpen....
After a dramatic walk-off victory to avoid a series sweep against the Braves, the New York Mets (19-20) will face the Philadelphia Phillies (28-13). The layout of this series is unusual, as the teams will play two games at Citi Field, followed by two more at Citizens Bank Park. This scheduling procedure ensures that the teams will play an even amount of home and away games ahead of their series...
Much like the protagonist in his chosen movie-inspired username, Brandon Nimmo’s quest for consistency this season has been akin to that movie storyline in search of a resolution. Despite dealing with an injury setback on Saturday, Nimmo’s brief performance on Sunday offers a glimmer of hope. After enduring discomfort and exiting Saturday’s game due to intercostal irritation,...
Much has recently been chronicled on Reed Garrett’s emergence this season, and for good reason. Garrett represents a David Stearns special: The Edwin Diaz Clone You Never Knew You Had. During his eight years with the Brewers, Stearns became infamous for acquiring unheralded relievers and overseeing their development into key cogs in the backend of their bullpen. Tylor Megill’s...
Good morning, Mets fans! Per Anthony DiComo of MLB, Kodai Senga is still dealing with command issues. In an interview with Carlos Mendoza, the manager noted Senga doesn’t feel injured but is still at a point where he could get re-injured with the inconsistencies in his command. It appears he will not progress with his rehab until his command is 100% to avoid the risk of re-injury. The Mets...
Late on Mother’s Day evening, pitching dominated the start of the game between the New York Mets and Atlanta Braves. At Citi Field, both starters kept their respective opposing offenses in check. The difference appeared to be a few late hits by the Braves and Marcell Ozuna. However, it was the Mets who came out victorious courtesy of Brandon Nimmo and his walk-off, two-run home run to...
According to Daniel Wexler, first baseman Ryan Clifford and right-handed pitcher Brandon Sproat are being promoted from High-A Brooklyn to Double-A Binghamton. Clifford is MMO’s fourth-ranked prospect in the system, while Sproat is ranked 15th. The 20-year old Clifford, acquired in the trade for Justin Verlander, was slashing .216/.412/.304, with a .716 OPS for Brooklyn as of Sunday. The...
Sunday, May 28, 2024 • 7:10 PM Citi Field • Flushing, NY RHP Bryce Elder (1-1, 5.28) vs. RHP Luis Severino (2-2, 2.93) ESPN The New York Mets try to avoid the sweep this evening at Citi Field. Last weekend, the Mets were swept by the Tampa Bay Rays. The Mets then “swept” the Cardinals in a rain-shortened, two-game series. So far this weekend, the Mets have lost both games, despite holding the...
Starting pitcher Tylor Megill is still working back from a right shoulder strain. He made his fourth rehab start on Sunday, turning in another scoreless outing. Megill tossed 5 1/3 innings, scattering seven hits. He did not allow a run or walk a batter while posting six strikeouts. Megill threw 74 pitches, 55 of which were strikes. In all, Megill has thrown 14 innings since beginning his rehab...
This new series, Statistical Spotlight, will feature a different Met each week highlighting the player’s performance for that week’s games. This week’s feature is Brandon Nimmo and his performance for games from May 5 through May 11. Brandon Nimmo had an okay week hitting, slashing for .222/.444/.556 with an OPS of 1.000, smacking two home runs. Pulling data from Baseball Savant, I created a...
The feeling around the 2024 New York Mets was that the lineup would be their strongpoint, with the pitching be more of the question mark. When J.D. Martinez was signed at the end of March, that belief was even furthered. But, it has not really played out that way, as the team’s offensive production has been up and down through 38 games. The Mets have gone through stretches where their big...
Christian Scott made his second major-league start on Saturday, his first at Citi Field. After a sparkling 6 2/3 inning, one-run outing against Tampa Bay in his first time out, he faired decently well against a tough Atlanta Braves lineup. Scott got the day starting with a bang, striking out Ronald Acuña Jr. and Austin Riley in what was a 1-2-3 inning. Both were of the swinging variety, one on...
