Good morning, Mets fans
The Mets struck out again on Monday in their front office search with it being reported that they were denied interviews with three candidates; Matt Arnold of the Brewers, Michael Girsch of the Cardinals, and Mark Shapiro of the Blue Jays.
The Houston Astros defeated the Atlanta Braves by a score of 7-2. Max Fried had a rough outing, allowing five earned runs in five innings, as the Astros were able to string together enough hits behind Jose Altuve and Michael Brantley to come out victorious. Jordan Baron of MMO has a more complete recap of this game here.
The next game will be Friday, October 29, at 8:09 PM EST from Atlanta. Also, the game will be televised on Fox.
Now, let’s get into the briefing.
Latest Mets News
Brewers GM Matt Arnold will not be joining the Mets front office, according to multiple reports Instead, he is expected to sign a contract extension with the Brewers, per Jon Heyman of MLB Network. Nate Mendelson of Metsmerized has more on this story. Cardinals GM Michael Girsch is also not an option.
The New York Post also reports that the Mets tried to reached out to Blue Jays executive Mark Shapiro, but were denied an interview by Toronto.
The Mets signed RHP Jose Mariano Gomez, a 17-year-old from Mexico per Jacob Resnick of SNY. Gomez pitched in the Pioneer League for the Rocky Mountain Vibes, striking out 32 in 30 innings while walking 33 batters.
Latest MLB News
Miguel Rojas signed a two year, ten million dollar extension with the Miami Marlins.
RHP Charlie Morton underwent surgery on Tuesday night that revealed a right tibula fracture. He is expected to be available for the start of spring training.
Los Angeles Angels infielder Franklin Barreto has elected to join free agency.
The Cleveland Guardians roller derby team is filing a federal lawsuit to block the Cleveland Guardians baseball team (formerly the Cleveland Indians) from changing their name to the Guardians, citing trademark rights. This news was reported by Front Office Sports.
Nelson Cruz has won the 2021 Roberto Clemente award after his substantial contributions and charity work in the Dominican Republic.
Latest on MMO
Nate Mendelson talks about Michael Girsch choosing to work in the Cardinals over the Mets.
Nate Mendelson also discusses Rob Manfred’s comments on the tomahawk chop and the Atlanta Braves’ team name.
Nate Mendelson analyzes where the Mets need the most help next offseason.
On This Date in Mets History
Birthdays: Lenny Harris (57), Tim Bogar (55), Branden Looper (47), and Josh Thole (35)
1961: Around 3,000 people watched as the groundbreaking ceremony took place for a new municipal stadium in Flushing Meadows Park to be built. That stadium would eventually become Shea Stadium that opened for its first game on April 17, 1964.
Let’s go Mets!
