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The Mets fell 2.5 games behind the Phillies after getting swept this weekend. They also are dealing with more injuries, as shortstop Javier Báez was removed from the game with left hip tightness.
The team has a much-needed day off before beginning a series against the Nationals at home.
Latest Mets News
I just visited the players in the clubhouse. They are ready and in a good frame of mind for this game
— Steven Cohen (@StevenACohen2) August 8, 2021
Mets owner Steve Cohen said he visited the team prior to Sunday’s game in Philadelphia.
After Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler tossed a gem against the Mets, Wheeler said on the extra meaning of beating his former team: “I think I’ll always have that little chip on my shoulder.”
Latest MLB News
Anthony Rizzo tested positive for Covid, Aaron Boone said. He is on the IL.
— Lindsey Adler (@lindseyadler) August 8, 2021
Yankees first baseman Anthony Rizzo tested positive for COVID-19 and was placed in the IL.
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Nate Mendelson recaps the Mets 3-0 loss to the Phillies.
Michael Mayer rounds up the latest from the Mets minor leaguers.
On This Date in Mets History
1963: Jim Hickman hit a walk-off grand slam against the Chicago Cubs at the Polo Grounds. The grand slam led the Mets to a 7-3 victory and snapped Roger Craig‘s 18-game losing streak.
1964: Jim Bunning followed up his perfect game against the Mets on Father’s Day by retiring the first 14 Mets. While his streak ended on Joe Christopher‘s base hit on a bunt, he had retired 44 straight Mets batters dating back to his June 13 start.
1988: The Mets took part in Cubs history as they played the first official night game at Wrigley Field. The Cubs had previously played 5,687 straight day games at home before their contest with the Mets.
2006: In his return to Queens as a San Diego Padre, Mike Piazza hit two home runs off of Pedro Martinez. His first home run was greeted with a curtain call, while his second home run was greeted with boos.
Birthdays: Pat Mahomes (51)
Let’s go Mets!
