The New York Mets (9-1) extended their winning streak to seven games with a thrilling 8-6 victory over the Miami Marlins (3-8). For the first time in franchise history, the Mets have won nine of their first ten games. Pitching Jacob deGrom started off the night with a scoreless first inning, as he was helped out by a nice pick at first by Wilmer Flores. deGrom hit Brian Anderson with a pitch...
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Tuesday, April 10, 2018 • 7:10 p.m. Marlins Park • Miami, FL RHP Jacob deGrom (2-0, 1.54) vs. LHP Caleb Smith (0-1, 4.32) SNY • WOR 710 AM • 104.3 WAXQ-FM HD 2 • ESPN 1050 The 2017 Mets never won more than five games in a row. The 2018 Mets surpassed that already last night! The Mets won their sixth game in a row behind the same elements that have gotten them through each game so far this year:...
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According to Matt Ehalt of The Record, left-handed relief pitcher Fernando Abad is not a member of the New York Mets despite earlier reports. The Mets sent out a press release confirming the signing, but Abad is not in the system and is not on a roster at any level of the minor leagues. Had Abad’s signing became official, he would have earned a $1.25MM salary if he made the Mets, and would...
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The New York Mets pitching staff has allowed 24 runs through their first nine games, tied for the fifth fewest runs allowed through nine games in franchise history. This helped them to take home MLB.com’s Bullpen of the Week honors for March 29 through April 8, which was announced Monday. The team posted a 1.31 ERA through Sunday (five earned runs in 34.1 innings) and chipped in three more...
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The New York Mets today announced they have recalled righthanded pitcher Corey Oswalt from Las Vegas (AAA) of the Pacific Coast League and optioned outfielder Brandon Nimmo to Las Vegas. Oswalt will wear #55 and be active for tonight’s game in Miami. His first appearance will be his major league debut. Oswalt, 24, opened the season with the 51s and made his only start on April 5 vs. El Paso. In...
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With a new manager at the helm for the New York Mets in the 2018 season, the culture and idealism for the ball club became uncertain. Having a first time manager minding the store is always a crap shoot, however, it seems Mickey Callaway has found his way. With the Mets now sitting at a cozy 8-1 record, it’s time to analyze some of Callaways’ decisions that have made it happen. The...
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