Good morning, Mets fans!
On Friday night, the New York Mets (60-56) defeated the Washington Nationals (61-54) in an amazing comeback 7-6 win that showed exactly why Mets’ fans believe again. Marcus Stroman made his Mets’ debut at Citi Field in front of an already electric crowd. After being down three runs, the Mets offense came alive in the bottom of the ninth inning to prove the magic is back in Flushing!
On Saturday, the Mets and the Nationals face off for game two of this three-game weekend series at Citi Field. Noah Syndergaard (8-5, 3.96 ERA) will be taking the hill against lefty Patrick Corbin (9-5, 3.43 ERA).
Let’s go Mets!
Latest Mets News
The Mets signed second baseman Joe Panik soon after he cleared waivers from the San Francisco Giants, as a formality.
The Mets designated Adieny Hechavarria for assignment to make room for Joe Panik.
Michael Avallone of MiLB.com discusses how Syracuse Mets reliever Ryan O’Rourke helped bring the entire Mets system together to rally around the daughter of pitching strategist Jeremy Accardo as she battles cancer.
Justin Toscano of USA Today reflected upon Troy Buckley’s conversation with Jeff McNeil about his development, his journey into the majors and more.
The Philadelphia placed Jay Bruce back on the injured list, and have recalled Adam Haseley from Triple-A.
Latest MLB News
R.J. Anderson of CBS Sports discussed the impact of juiced baseballs not only in the United States, but also in Mexico.
The Athletic’s Marc Craig discusses how the 1994 Yankees are underrated.
The New York Yankees acquired left-hander Joe Mantiply from the Cincinnati Reds for cash considerations.
The Detroit Tigers released infielder Josh Harrison and righty Sandy Baez.
According to Scott Mitchell of TSN, Blue Jays left-hander Ryan Borucki underwent surgery to clean up bone spurs in his elbow and will be out for the season.
The Giants claimed reliever Kyle Barraclough off waivers from the Nationals and Tyler Austin cleared waivers and elected free agency.
According to Bob Nightengale of USA Today, the Los Angeles Dodgers acquired veteran Jose Lobaton from the Seattle Mariners.
The Minnesota Twins placed Nelson Cruz on the 10-day IL.
Latest NL East News
Asdrubal Cabrera said the Mets, and the Nationals called him when he was available but in the end, he chose the Nationals because the Mets passed on him in the offseason, according to Matt Ehalt of Yahoo Sports.
According to Jim Salisbury of NBC Sports Philadelphia, the Phillies are “working toward” a deal with righty Nick Vincent.
Latest on MMO
The Greener Mets’ Podcast talks about why fans should believe in the Mets’ again.
Matt Musico discusses Jeff McNeil‘s recent success.
Tim Ryder analyzes how the tide has turned for the Mets’ at the perfect time for them to claim a wildcard spot.
John Sheridan believes that the remainder of the Mets’ schedule will reveal their true colors as a ball club.
Michael Mayer points out that both Joe Panik, and Brad Brach are both lifelong Mets’ fans who are more than happy to be Mets.
This Date in Mets History
Birthdays: Gerald Floyd Williams turns 53, Chuck Carr turns 52, Brandon Lyon turns 40, Wilson Ramos turns 32, and Matt den Dekker also turns 32.
1998: The Mets purchased Jermaine Allensworth from the Kansas City Royals.
2005: The Mets released Jeff Duncan.
