MMO Game Thread: Braves vs Mets, 7:15 PM

Saturday, May 29, 2021 • 7:15 P.M. Citi Field • Flushing, NY RHP Ian Anderson (4-1, 2.82 ERA) vs. RHP Taijuan Walker (3-1, 2.05 ERA) FOX • WCBS 880 AM • WQBU 92.7 FM So far the Mets have played 44 games this season and have had 10 games postponed due to weather and Covid. In April, this was a big reason why the Mets couldn’t keep their (hitting) momentum from Spring going. It was frustrating....

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Lugo Close to Returning, Walker Activated Among Roster Updates

Luis Rojas announced a few roster updates on Saturday, namely that Seth Lugo is close to being activated. Lugo is eligible to come off the injured list as soon as Monday, and is expected to be activated then. He is yet to pitch for the Mets this year, but recently rehabbed with Syracuse and St. Lucie. Tim Healey of Newsday also reported that starting pitcher Taijuan Walker was activated off the...

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Despite Offensive Woes, Francisco Lindor Making Solid Defensive Impact in 2021

Making a huge splash last offseason, the New York Mets acquired shortstop Francisco Lindor in a six-player trade from the Cleveland Indians and were hopeful he could help transform this organization into a sustainable playoff contender, allowing them to end their current postseason drought. Arriving to spring training in his “Coming to America” themed jacket, there was plenty of hype...

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MMO Roundtable: What Position Do Mets Need to Upgrade First In Interim?

In our last roundtable, we answered the question, “which injured player will bring biggest boost to the Mets?” While we wait for our players of choice to get back, we know that upgrades need to happen for the Mets. But, what position do the Mets need to upgrade first while we wait? Mike Mayer The Mets desperately need some outfield help, I know they’ve added Billy McKinney and...

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Mason Williams Could be a Replacement for Cameron Maybin

Another year, and another Mets team ravaged by injuries. With the majority of the starters out, a number of guys have had to step up, and they’ve done so to mixed results. At times the “ReplaceMets” have been able to scrap out some wins, while at other times their weaknesses have been exposed. Due to the myriad of injuries, one player the Mets have had to go with in their army...

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OTD in 1990: Mets Fire Manager Davey Johnson

On May 29, 1990, the Mets decided it was time to move on from the manager who guided them to the second championship in team history, relieving Davey Johnson of his duties and replacing him with Bud Harrelson. The Mets had gotten out of the gate slowly in 1990, and were treading water at 20-22 when the change was made. Harrelson completed the 1990 season as skipper, and was at the helm until the...

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