Good morning, Mets fans!
On Saturday, the Mets defeated the Cubs 10-2. Starter Zack Wheeler went seven innings and gave up just one run. He also collected five strikeouts. Pete Alonso hit his 26th home run and Jeff McNeil collected two hits, increasing his multi-hit game streak to five. Chris Flexen finished off the game as he went two innings and gave up one run.
Today, the Mets face the Cubs in the finale of a four game series. Jacob deGrom will face off against Cole Hamels. The game will be on at 2:20 p.m. EST and can be viewed on SNY.
And for some good news all around, per his wife Tiffany, David Ortiz has been moved from the intensive care unit and is in good condition.
Latest Mets News
Pete Alonso ties Darryl Strawberry for the most home runs by a rookie in franchise history.
Noah Syndergaard will begin a rehabilitation plan starting today after throwing a bullpen on Saturday.
Russel Dorsey of MLB.com writes about the Mets’ hopes with new pitching coach Phil Regan.
Ex-Mets prospect Chris Viall has retired.
The Mets added some bullpen depth to their minor league system.
International prospect Fernando Villalobos has been officially signed, according to Michael Mayer of MMO.
Latest NL East News
Phillies closer David Robertson hopes to pitch off a mound soon.
Mike Petriello of MLB.com analyzes the depth of the Braves lineup.
The Nationals recalled starter Joe Ross.
Latest MLB News
Joel Sherman of the New York Post shared his midseason awards.
Albert Pujols receives a curtain call from Cardinals fans after homering in his return to Busch Stadium.
Latest on MMO
Jacob Resnick shared his thoughts on new pitching coach Phil Regan.
Brian Devine analyzed the up and down start to Zack Wheeler’s season.
Tim Ryder explains why Jeff McNeil deserves to go to the All Star Game.
On This Day
2006: The Mets defeated the Blue Jays to set a new franchise record, winning nine straight road games.
Let’s go Mets!
