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Good morning, Mets fans!
After an off day Friday, the Mets will continue their three-game series against Marlins with first pitch scheduled for 1:10 p.m. Saturday. This will be the Mets’ first action since their dramatic, controversial walk-off win in their home opener on Thursday. They come into Saturday’s matchup with a 2-2 record on the young season.
Now let’s get into the morning briefing.
Latest Mets News
Per Rustin Rodd of The Athletic, Friday commemorated the day 35 years ago that nine members of the 1986 Mets team recorded a sports rap song titled, “Get Metsmerized.”
According to Tim Healey of Newsday, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred was at the Mets home opener at Citi Field and spent time with Mets owner Steve Cohen in his owners suite.
Joe McDonald of Worcester T&G reported Friday that the Boston Red Sox alternate site camp will play two games throughout the weekend against the Mets alternate camp site in Brooklyn. They will then play two games next weekend at Polar Park. It was not yet announced whether fans will be allowed in the ballparks for these exhibition matchups.
Steve Cohen made a statement on Twitter on Thursday’s Mets home opener, saying, “What a game that was yesterday. McNeil’s home run was so clutch. Only 8,000 fans and the place was still rocking. [Thank you] Mets fans for being the best fans in baseball.”
The Mets announced on Friday that Dominic Smith is their “The 42 Series” player in MLB The Show to remember Jackie Robinson.
Mets minor leaguer Josh Hejka posted on Twitter: “Thanks to the Mets for helping minor leaguers get the pfirst dose of the Pfizer vaccine today. Pfeels great to take such a huge step toward better personal and community health!”
Latest MLB News
The Los Angeles Dodgers received their championship rings on Friday.
San Diego native Joe Musgrove threw the Padres’ first no-hitter in franchise history. It was also the first no-hitter of the 2021 MLB season.
Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com shared that Minnesota Twins pitcher Kenta Maeda gifted writers that covered him during spring training with masks that included his personal artwork on them at Thursday’s game.
New York Yankees public relations announced on Friday that prior to the Yankees’ road game against the Rays on Friday, the Yankees reinstated left-handed pitcher Justin Wilson from the 10-day injured list.
According to MLB Trade Rumors, the Tampa Bay Rays selected Hunter Strickland and placed Pete Fairbanks on the injured list.
Michael Clair of MLB.com talked with Padres closer Mark Melancon about his side job of installing putting greens, logos, and turf needs.
According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, he is accepting questions and participants to be a part of “The Athletic Baseball Show” on Monday. He left a phone number (646-543-7072) and email address ([email protected]) for fans to reach out to if they are interested in getting “their voice on the show.”
Per Matt Breen of The Philadelphia Inquirer, Rhys Hoskins said he will get the COVID-19 vaccine when it’s available to him. He said he is unsure if the Phillies will reach the 85 percent vaccine threshold but hopes they will.
Latest on MMO
Rob Piersall discusses the final controversial play of Thursday’s Mets home opener against the Marlins.
Pat Ragazzo breaks down Jeff McNeil breaking out of a slump with his game-tying home run in the ninth inning.
Connor Grey takes a look at Taijuan Walker’s Mets debut in their home opener Thursday.
Sal Manzo writes a guide to attending a Mets game in 2021.
Pat Ragazzo discusses the Tom Seaver statue dedication the Mets set for July 22.
Rob Piersall talked with right-handed pitcher Sam McWilliams in an MMO Exclusive.
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On This Date in Mets History
1969: Tommy Agee hits a home run to the top tier of Shea Stadium in left field. It was the longest home run to reach the seats in Shea Stadium history. The Mets placed a disc in the upper deck at the Flushing ballpark to commemorate Agee’s home run.
Birthdays: Phil Hennigan (75), Leroy Stanton (75), Frank Lary (91)
Let’s go Mets!
