Good morning, Mets fans!
Kodai Senga turned in his strongest rehab outing yet on Friday night. Senga allowed one run on one hit while striking out five over six innings for Double-A Binghamton. The right-hander threw 75 pitches, including 51 strikes, in what could be a significant step toward his return to the Mets rotation.
Now onto the morning briefing!
Kodai Senga by Berto Carlo
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After dismal showings in the first two games of the series, the Mets jumped on the Cardinals’ pitching by hitting three home runs. Bo Bichette, Jared Young and Juan Soto all went deep, with Soto hitting the game-winning, go-ahead home run. For more on this game, check out our recap.
Luis Robert Jr. shared a positive update regarding his recovery. In an interview, aided by a translator and captured by SNY, he mentioned that he is not experiencing significant pain in his back and is consistently following the recovery plan provided by the team’s training staff. Robert also expressed his expectation to return to the field this season.
The Mets begin a crucial three-game weekend series against the Atlanta Braves. After salvaging the final game of the series versus St. Louis, the 39-38 Mets look to rebound and win a series against their division rivals, in hopes of inching closer to the .500 mark. The series opener, which is an Apple TV exclusive, will feature a marquee matchup between Spencer Stirider (4-1, 4.00 ERA) and Nolan McLean (3-4, 3.98 ERA).
Latest MLB News
Major League Baseball investigators plan to interview Dodgers head physician Neal ElAttrache following recent revelations about his support for Conor McGregor’s use of performance-enhancing drugs during injury recovery, as reported by Michael S. Schmidt of The New York Times.
Dr. ElAttrache reportedly did not respond to a text message seeking comment on Thursday. This upcoming interview places the commissioner’s office in a unique position, as they will be questioning a doctor who not only serves one of baseball’s leading teams but is also a prominent figure in the sport. The Dodgers have won back-to-back World Series titles, are favorites to win again this year, and are regarded as one of the best-run franchises in sports.
The Phillies acquired center fielder Derek Hill and international bonus pool money from the White Sox in exchange for outfield prospect Dylan Campbell and infielder Jose Colmenares, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN.
White Sox manager Will Venable indicated that top pitching prospect Hagen Smith is among the candidates to start Saturday’s game, according to Bruce Levine of 670 The Score.
Veteran outfielder Tommy Pham plans to opt out of his minor league contract with the Orioles, according to Josh Tolentino of The Baltimore Sun. Pham has posted a 1.056 OPS with four home runs since May 31.
The White Sox acquired outfielder Nolan Jones and cash considerations from Cleveland in exchange for $250,000 in international bonus pool money. Jones will report to Triple-A Charlotte, according to the Chicago White Sox X account.
The Dodgers announced that pitcher Justin Wrobleski exited Friday’s game with a right hamstring contusion, while Shohei Ohtani left with left knee inflammation, according to the Los Angeles Dodgers X account.
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On This Date in Mets History
1986: The Mets did not play a game on this date in 1986.
1964: The Mets signed Tug McGraw, a 1969 World Series champion and a 1993 inductee into the Mets Hall of Fame. McGraw famously coined the phrase “Ya Gotta Believe” during the team’s journey to winning the National League pennant in 1973. Over nine seasons with the Mets, he recorded a 3.17 ERA and saved 86 games.
Born on This Date: Thomas Szapucki (1996), Damon Buford (1970), Keith Miller (1963), Gerry Arrigo (1941).
