With the bullpen being completely taxed heading into Friday night’s game, the Mets needed someone to step up to provide some relief. Hansel Robles was up to that task in Friday night’s 10-5 win over Philadelphia.
In what seemed like another game between the Mets and Phillies that included unlimited pitching changes, Robles was finally the one able to stabilize the ship.
Hansel pitched 2.2 scoreless innings while not allowing a hit or any walks. He struck out three batters and earned the first save of his career in what was an outstanding performance.
“It’s a source of pride for me to be able to do that,” said Robles, who earned his first career save. “I hope I get a chance to help out like that again.” (NY Post)
In his last 10 games dating to August 30, Robles has allowed one run in 13.1 innings. Hansel is getting hot again as the team searches for reliable bullpen arms in the final stretch of the season.
Overall on the season he has pitched to a 6-4 record with an ERA of 3.54. Robles has struck out 83 batters in 76.1 innings, while pitching to a WHIP of 1.36.
It has been an up and down year for the electric reliever. When he has been hot, he has been really hot and when he has been cold, he has been really cold.
Hopefully for the Mets, Robles is in the midst of another lengthy hot stretch as they need as many reliable options as they can get in the pen. Especially with the team not having too many starters who have been able to pitch deep into games.
