The Mets were shut out by the Marlins in a disappointing start to a three-game series in Miami on Friday evening. New York struggled offensively, going 0-for-3 with runners in scoring position while leaving seven on base and managing just six hits in an 8-0 loss to the Fish. The pitching staff also struggled against the Marlins’ lineup, allowing 13 hits, four walks and notching just eight...
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Friday, May 17, 2024 • 7:10 PM loanDepot Park • Miami, FL RHP Christian Scott (0-1, 2.84) vs. LHP Jesús Luzardo (0-3, 5.97) SNY The Mets survived Philadelphia! On Thursday night, the Mets lost the lead twice but were able to capture a hold of it one last time in the 11th inning and hold on for dear life to avoid the four-game sweep. Now, they head to Miami three games below .500 to face the...
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The New York Mets (20-23) were on the verge of losing four consecutive games in a home-and-home series against the Philadelphia Phillies, but they pulled out a 6-5 win in 11 innings on Thursday night. Manager Carlos Mendoza will hope his team can find some offensive rhythm against the Miami Marlins (13-32), who have the worst record in the National League. Injuries to big players and...
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No. 4: Ryan Clifford, 1B/OF B/T: L/L Age: 7/20/2003 (20) Ht: 6’2” Wt: 200 lb. Acquired: Via trade during the 2023 season (Justin Verlander) ETA: 2026 Previous Rank: N/A 2024 Statistics (High-A Brooklyn/Double-A Binghamton) – 34 G, .205 BA, .684 OPS, 1 HR, 7 XBH, 13 R, 10 RBI, 34/48 BB/K Disclaimer: All prospects rankings were made in the preseason and have not been adjusted...
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It can be scary to approach a slumping polar bear, but once J.D. Martinez got up the nerve, the Met slugger’s bat heated up. A great piece by Tim Healey of Newsday Friday captures how Martinez helped Pete Alonso break out of a deep slump. “He understands the swing and can help pretty much everybody,” Alonso told Healey. “He has a very unique perspective. Sometimes you...
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Although his name was not in the starting lineup against the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday, Mets outfielder Harrison Bader still found a way to make a significant impact on the outcome of the game. His first at-bat came in a high-leverage spot in the eighth inning with runners on first and second with two outs. When the count reached one ball and two strikes, Bader lined a hit up the middle...
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