The Dark Knight Continues To Rise, So Does His Velocity

The Mets lost to the Marlins in heartbreaking fashion yesterday, casting a massive cloud over us fans. However, there is a very bright silver lining to that cloud featuring Matt Harvey who pitched well against a strong Marlins lineup. Over six innings he gave up two runs (one earned) on seven hits and two walks while striking out five. So far this season, Harvey is 2-0 with a 2.45 ERA and 0.98...

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Morning Briefing: Mets Get A Needed Day Of Rest

Good Morning Mets Fans. Our New York Metropolitans have a day off today after completing a seven game road trip that saw them play to a 4-3 record. It was a disappointing weekend though for the “Kings of Queens,” as they suffered back-to-back-to-back losses, all in heartbreaking fashion. The Mets open up a nine-game homestead on Tuesday as they welcome in the Philadelphia Phillies....

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Familia Will Be Eased Back Into Closer Role When Activated

Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports that Mets manager Terry Collins will not immediately use Jeurys Familia in save situations when he returns from his suspension on April 20. Instead, Collins will ease him back for his first couple of outings before resuming his role as the team’s closer. Familia, 27, threw eight pitches in a 1-2-3 inning for St. Lucie on Saturday and is expected to...

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Game Recap: Harvey Strong As Mets Fall 4-2

The Mets fell to the Marlins 4-2 in the final game of a four game set Sunday afternoon. After rallying late to tie the game, the Mets fell on a walk-off blast in the bottom of the ninth. Pitching Matt Harvey made his third start of the season Sunday afternoon. He allowed a run in the first on a bunt single, an error on a pick off, and a ground out. After that he was in control for most of the...

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MMO Game Thread: Mets vs Marlins, 1:10 PM

New York Mets (7-5) vs Miami Marlins (6-5) RHP Matt Harvey (2.0, 2.93) vs RHP Dan Straily (1-1, 7.56) Marlins Park , Miami – 1:10 PM – SNY, WOR The New York Mets will play their 7th game against the Miami Marlins this season as they close out their four game set in South Beach.  Happy Easter and Happy Harvey Day! The Mets lead the majors with 22 home runs. Milwaukee is second with...

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A Tough Loss To Swallow

We have seen this picture painted before. A brilliant start that fell by the wayside after Mets manager Terry Collins made an in-game decision that inevitably backfired. Saturday night was a prime example. Jacob deGrom was masterful after rebounding from two solo home runs allowed in the second inning, fanning 13 Marlins over seven innings which tied a career high for the righty. Instead of...

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