I was supposed to be at Citi Field covering tonight’s game. That’s right – supposed to be. But I’m not going. I know what you’re all thinking — “wait, what?! You have a chance to go to Citi Field, in a season where barely anyone can go, and you’re not going?!” Yes, that’s right. It’s not because of COVID. It’s not because...
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One of the few brights spots in the Mets 5-8 start to the 2020 season is the unexpected play of 21-year-old Andres Gimenez. The first surprise was Gimenez making the Opening Day roster, a move that certainly wouldn’t have happened without a 30-man roster to start the shortened season. Mets GM Brodie Van Wagenen mentioned speed and defensive ability when asked why Gimenez was on the roster,...
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The New York Mets will have a decision to make in regards to their rotation going forward once Marcus Stroman returns from the injured list. As mentioned by Anthony DiComo of MLB.com, Stroman threw a simulated game on Thursday after having previously thrown one on July 31. Stroman’s rehab is trending in the right direction and he is on pace to return soon if all continues to go well....
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Good Morning, Mets fans! After a day off yesterday, the Mets begin a three-game series back at Citi Field against the red-hot Marlins tonight, who recently returned to action. Michael Wacha (1-1, 6.00 ERA) gets the ball tonight as the 5-8 Mets look to get on a roll. Latest Mets News The team demoted catcher Ali Sanchez as rosters shrunk to 28 today. Latest MLB News MLB announced make-up games...
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3 Up Flashes of Cy Porcello Mets veteran right-hander Rick Porcello bounced back from two bad starts to begin his career in Flushing, with seven innings of one-run ball. The big key was no walks (six in first two starts) and 10 ground ball outs. The former Cy Young winner allowed only five hits and struck out four. He also retired the last 10 batters he faced and needed only 81 pitches to get 21...
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The Mets made a roster move on their off day, optioning catcher Ali Sánchez to the Alternate Training Site on Thursday. Teams had to bring their active rosters down to 28 by noon on the 15th day of the season. By designating Ryan Cordell for assignment on Wednesday, the Mets only needed to make one additional move. Sánchez was promoted to the major leagues for the first time on Monday, filling...
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