The Mets (82-68) began their final homestand of the year with a poor offensive showing, continuing the team’s recent stretch of unproductivity. But with Grimace in the building, the Mets found some late-inning magic and defeated the Nationals (68-82) 2-1 in 10 innings. Washington starter Jake Irvin (10-12, 4.07 ERA) feasted on the Mets’ lineup in his third start against them this...
Former MMO writer and current SI beat writer Pat Ragazzo joined MMO Weekly to discuss the New York Mets sweep of the New York Yankees. Topics included Francisco Alvarez being on fire since his return from the IL, Mark Vientos continuing to show power, Francisco Lindor playing at an All-Star level, and, of course, the Grimace-era Mets. You can follow Pat on Twitter at @ragazzoreport. Make sure to...
The Grimace era is no longer perfect for the New York Mets. After taking the first two games in Texas, the Mets dropped the series finale to the Rangers on Wednesday, snapping a seven-game winning streak. Despite the loss, and more bullpen struggles, it was still a fun few days in the Lone Star State as this team continued to roll and make up ground in the Wild Card race. With that, let’s...
Hands up if you had Grimace as the savior of the New York Mets on your 2024 bingo card. No, me neither. But, if things continue the way they are, maybe we’ll see a Grimace statue erected outside of Citi Field in the not-too-distant future. Ever since the milkshake-loving, fast-food mascot threw out the first pitch last Wednesday, the Mets are 5-0. That includes a sweep of the Padres at...
Good morning, Mets fans! The Mets’ London hangover did not last for too long as they took Game 2 of the series in a big way. Harrison Bader opened the game with a bang, sending a ball to the left field seats and giving the Mets an early 2-0 lead over the Marlins. While the Marlins evened things back up, a three-run second inning answer gave the Mets the lead for good. The Amazin’s...
