He’s been working with Edgardo Alfonzo and Francisco Alvarez’s performance Tuesday night was a good imitation of the 1999 Silver Slugger. He hit the ball to all fields, doubled twice and even scored from third with some heads-up base-running on a foul pop out to the first baseman in the 6-3 victory over the Rangers, who fell into a tie for first with the Astros in the AL West....
On Friday, the New York Mets family lost one of their own as former outfielder Butch Huskey passed away. He was 54-years-old. He was born in Anadarko, Oklahoma and grew up a Texas Rangers fan. Huskey was drafted by the Mets in the seventh round of the 1989 MLB Draft at just 18-years-old as a third baseman. He did get a scholarship to play college football at the University of Oklahoma but...
Edgardo Alfonzo has been selected to the Mets Latin American Hall of Fame, the team announced Friday. “It’s such an honor to be inducted into the Mets Latin American Hall of Fame,” Alfonzo said. “Throughout my career, it was always an honor to play for my family, the fans, and my country of Venezuela. This achievement is for everyone who supported me and helped my dreams...
In the ’90s, Major League Baseball was dominated by luminary power hitters, such as Barry Bonds, Ken Griffey Jr., Mark McGwire, Sammy Sosa and Albert Belle. Fans were enthralled with the enticing numbers being produced, with larger-than-life personalities regularly receiving the spotlight and fanfare. For all of their rightful attention, players who produced in other ways, and perhaps in a...
He had been part of the Mets organization since 1991, began with the major league club in 1993, was an Opening Day starter in the mid-90s, and an All-Star in 1997. By the time they reached the postseason in 1999, Jones was one of the longest-tenured players. But when it came time to make up the playoff roster, Jones — who had a 5.61 ERA in just 12 appearances — was left off. Getting the chance...
Good morning, Mets fans! Kodai Senga threw another bullpen on Wednesday. “Now we’ll see how the next couple of days unfold and hopefully he’s facing hitters the next time he’s touching a mound,” Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said. He said he expects that “next time” to be Sunday or Monday. Senga has not thrown a pitch for the Mets this season, as he has been on the 60-day...
Good morning, Mets fans. The Mets suffered a crushing loss on Wednesday night as a bang-bang play at the plate in the bottom of the ninth was the final blow for the Amazins. Pete Alonso’s hand bounced up before the plate, allowing the tag to be placed before he scored and subsequently ending the game. However, an even bigger story is how the Mets’ offense has continued to struggle...
Good morning, Mets fans! In his media availability on Wednesday, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza told reporters that the team will be having certain guest instructors during spring training. The three that he mentioned are Mets legends Carlos Beltrán, Edgardo Alfonzo and Darryl Strawberry. Mendoza said that the three former big league All-Stars will have lockers and uniforms available to them just...
MMO’s partnership with Out of the Park Baseball (OOTP) continues as our 16-team Mets Madness bracket is now down to the final four. In one of the semifinal matchups, MMO and OOTP pit the 2022 Mets team against the 1998 Mets team. James Villani, MMO editor and writer, will continue at the helm of the 2022 team. Meanwhile, MMO editor, Mojo Hill, continues controlling the 1998 team. If you have not...
In an expectedly pitching-dominated matchup, the 1998 Mets beat the 1973 Mets in the second round of the Mets Madness tournament. The series featured a no-hitter and a strong display at the plate from Edgardo Alfonzo. Mojo Hill is the leader of the ’98 squad, while Tim Shanahan had control of ’73. Game 1 The first game set the tone for the series, with the ’98 Mets edging out...
In one of the most shocking series of the first round of the Mets Madness tournament, the 2019 Mets showed what could have been as they defeated the 2000 Mets in seven games. The 2019 team, managed by MMO editor Allison Waxman, came through with the bat in the big moments, and their pitchers dominated. Led by two-time Cy Young Award winner Jacob deGrom, the 2019 starting rotation gave up nine...
Good morning, Mets fans! Wednesday brought another slate of four Wild Card matchups and made sure there would be no games left to play on Thursday, as all four series ended in two-game sweeps. The Texas Rangers, Minnesota Twins, Arizona Diamondbacks, and Philadelphia Phillies all advanced last night, giving themselves off until Saturday by closing out the series early. While it was a day of...
