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Hey there, Mets fans!
It’s another tough day to be a fan of the orange and blue. On Friday, the Mets officially transferred ace pitcher Jacob deGrom to the 60-Day IL. Although there is no change to his timeline, he now will not be eligible to come off the list until September 13. The move corresponded to the Mets claiming of right-hander Heath Hembree off waivers from the Cincinnati Reds, according to Michael Mayer of Metsmerized.
The Mets also lost again to the Dodgers Friday night, falling 3-2 to drop to two games under .500. Mojo Hill had the recap.
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The Mets discussed an absolute blockbuster of a trade with the Chicago Cubs before eventually settling for just a few pieces of it in Javier Baez and Trevor Williams. The initial offer included Pete Crow-Armstrong, another prospect, and an MLB player to the Cubs in exchange for Baez, Williams, Kris Bryant, and another MLB player, according to The Athletic.
The Mets placed starting catcher James McCann on the 10-Day IL on Friday with lower back spasms, with eligibility to return on August 17. Geoff Hartlieb was called up from Triple-A to replace him, according to Tim Healey of Newsday.
Right-handed pitcher Jake Reed was also placed on the 10-Day IL on Friday with right forearm inflammation, retroactive to August 19, according to Michael Mayer of Metsmerized. Yennsy Diaz was recalled from Triple-A to fill the empty roster spot.
Jordan Yamamoto made his first rehab start on Friday for the FCL Mets, and went an inning. He struck out one and allowed no hits or walks, according to Michael Mayer of Metsmerized.
The Athletic released an article discussing the Mets struggles, specifically focusing on their approach issues.
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The Atlanta Braves announced the re-signing of catcher Travis d’Arnaud to a two-year contract worth $16 million, according to their twitter.
Major League Baseball is considering loosening their rules around on-field fashion, according to Joon Lee of ESPN.
Sporting News released a one-on-one exclusive with Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Brett Phillips where he discussed his highlights and memorable moments.
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Brian Wright remembered Dwight Gooden setting a National League strikeout record back in 1985.
James Villani discussed the newly ranked No. 10 prospect in baseball, Francisco Alvarez.
Thomas Hall wrote about the Mets approach on the basepaths.
On This Date in Mets History
1977: Tom Seaver goes nine innings and allows one run pitching against the Mets, just weeks after he was traded to the Cincinnati Reds.
Birthdays: John Stearns (70), Felix Millan (78), Bruce Berenyi (67), Jim Beauchamp
Let’s go Mets!
