Good Morning Mets fans!
On Sunday afternoon, the New York Mets (61-57) fell 7-4 to the Washington Nationals (62-55), breaking their eight game win streak. Despite the loss, the Mets are still on the cusp of earning a playoff spot and are eager to begin their six game road trip.
The Mets are set to open a three game weekday series Tuesday with the Atlanta Braves (70-50) at Suntrust Park in Atlanta. Zack Wheeler (9-6, 4.20 ERA) will be taking the bump against Max Fried (13-4, 4.11 ERA). The game begins at 7:20 and can be viewed on SNY.
Latest Mets News
According to Pete Botte of the New York Post, both Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo, and veteran infielder Jed Lowrie have both been making progress with their respective injuries. There is no timetable for either of their returns but Nimmo is set to start a minor league rehab assignment sometime this week.
Latest MLB News
Outfielder JaCoby Jones suffered a season ending wrist fracture on Thursday, according to Evan Woodbery of MLive Media.
According to The Athletic‘s C. Trent Rosecrans, the Cincinnati Reds have released right handed pitcher David Hernandez.
The Cincinnati Reds have signed veteran Junichi Tazawa to a minor league deal, according to C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic.
The Arizona Diamondbacks have officially announced that they have released righty Greg Holland, after designating him for assignment earlier this week.
Latest NL East News
According to Bryon Kerr of MASN, Max Scherzer successfully completed a bullpen session, and will throw a stimulated game on Tuesday.
Juan Soto suffered a mild ankle sprain in Sunday’s game against the Mets’ and has been listed as day-to-day, according to Sam Fortier of the Washington Post.
The Philadelphia Phillies are close to signing veteran catcher Nick Hundley, according to Roster Roundup.
Latest on MMO
Rob Piersall explains how passionate and persistent the Mets are.
Tim Ryder discusses J.D Davis‘ offensive contributions to the Mets as they are nearing a Wild Card spot.
John Bernhardt talks about the positive impact that pitching coach Phil Regan has had on the Mets starting rotation.
Gianna Arantes elaborates upon how Noah Syndergaard came in clutch with an amazing start on Saturday when the Mets needed him most.
Tim Ryder also talks about the momentum the Mets’ have heading into their three game weekday series with Atlanta beginning Tuesday.
This Date in Mets History
Birthdays: Barry Manuel turns 54
1979: The Mets traded Willie Montanez to the Texas Rangers for Mike Jorgensen and Ed Lynch.
2005: The Mets signed free agent Shingo Takatsu.
2017: The Mets traded Neil Walker to the Milwaukee Brewers for Eric Hanhold.
