Tag: White Sox

Morning Briefing: Carlos Mendoza Praises Luis Robert Jr.

Good morning, Mets fans! Manager Carlos Mendoza appeared on Foul Territory Friday. He spoke about Luis Robert Jr., calling the new Met “one of the best” when healthy. The Mets will hope their new center fielder can stay healthy and tap into his potential, which would give the team a massive boost in 2026. Latest Mets News SNY Director John DeMarsico announced on Twitter that he is...

Trade Profile: Luis Robert Jr., CF

Luis Robert Jr., OF Position: OF B/T: R/R Age: 27 (08/03/1997) 2025 Traditional Stats: 328 PA, .206/.293/.343/.636, 59 H, 10 HR, 41 RBI, 26 SB 2025 Advanced Stats:  77 wRC+, 29.0% K%, 10.7% BB%, .268 BABiP, .319 xwOBA, 0.6  fWAR, 0.6  bWAR, 2 OAA Rundown Luis Robert Jr. is one of the more intriguing “buy low” candidates ahead of this year’s trade deadline. Signed by the Chicago White Sox in 2017...

3 Up, 3 Down: Mets Fail To Sweep White Sox

The New York Mets couldn’t go for the kill against the White Sox. Having carved out a four-game winning streak, including taking the first two from Chicago, the Mets dropped the series finale at Citi Field. It wasn’t a straightforward series win by any means, and clinching the sweep would have been ideal. But, still, the Mets did what they had to do and are now 12 games over .500. To...

Brandon Nimmo Shines in Mets Loss

On a dreary Wednesday afternoon for the Mets, there was one clear silver lining: Brandon Nimmo. While the Mets struggled in a loss to the Chicago White Sox, a game fans would rather erase from memory, Nimmo quietly delivered a very complete performance – two hits, two runs and two walks. He accounted for 40% of the Mets’ total hit output on the day. Nimmo wasted no time getting involved, lining...

Mets Pull Out Gritty Walk-Off Win Over White Sox

The Mets (33-21) still aren’t right offensively, and they haven’t been for a while, but they’ve been recording some gritty wins lately, which is what good teams do. After being shut down for the first seven innings of Monday’s game against old friend Adrian Houser and the White Sox (17-37), the Mets rallied late and secured a tough 2-1 walk-off win. The Mets’...

Mets Sign Nick Madrigal

The Mets are set to add some infield depth, as the New York Post’s Joel Sherman has reported that the team is signing Nick Madrigal, who passed his physical, to a one-year deal worth $1.35 million that includes up to $500,000 in performance bonuses. Madrigal will play on a split contract, meaning that the Mets don’t have to add him to the 40-man roster and that he’ll earn a...

BREAKING: Garrett Crochet Traded to Red Sox

The Red Sox are finalizing a trade to acquire Garrett Crochet from the White Sox, according to Julian McWilliams of the Boston Globe. In return, the White Sox will receive Kyle Teel (MLB.com’s No. 25), Braden Montgomery (MLB.com’s No. 54), Chase Meidroth (Boston’s No. 11), and RHP Wikelman Gonzalez (Boston’s No. 14), according to Ken Rosenthal of the Atheltic. Julian...

Free Agent Profile: Mike Soroka, RHP

Position: SP/RP B/T: R/R Age: 27 (08/04/1997) 2024 Traditional Stats: 0-10, 4.74 ERA, 1.38 WHIP, 25 G, 79.2 IP, 84 SO, 44 BB 2024 Advanced Stats: 87 ERA+, 24.2 K%, 12.7 BB%, 4.55 xERA, 4.95 FIP, 4.54 xFIP, 0.6 WAR Rundown Michael Soroka, also known as Mike, is quite an intriguing free agent. Just looking at his statistics listed above, you probably get immediately turned off. During the 2023...

Mets Showing Interest in Garrett Crochet

The White Sox struggled immensely last season They had the lowest win percentage (41-121) in major league history, and were one loss away from tying the 1962 Mets for the lowest win total ever. But, despite the historically bad season, the White Sox had one bright spot. Converted starter Garrett Crochet. The left-hander was fast-tracked to the majors in 2020 as a 21-year-old and put up dominant...

3 Up, 3 Down: Mets Handle Business In Chicago

The New York Mets did what they had to do in Chicago over the weekend. Taking on one of the worst teams in baseball history, the Mets needed to sweep the White Sox. No ands, ifs, or buts. And they did, taking all three games with relative ease. As a result, coupled with the Braves dropping three of four to the Phillies, the Mets are now just one game back of Atlanta for the final Wild Card spot...

Morning Briefing: Mets Back to Within a Game of the Braves

Good morning, Mets fans! Nick Castellanos evened the score with a two-run double in the sixth inning, then came through with a walk-off single in the 11th inning as the Phillies beat the Braves, 3-2, on Sunday. The Mets only trail the Braves by one game for the final NL Wild Card spot, while Philadelphia is now seven games clear of Atlanta after taking three of four from them. Wild Card Update...

Game Chat: Mets vs White Sox, 7:10 PM

Saturday, August 31, 2024 • 7:10 PM Guaranteed Rate Field • Chicago, IL LHP Jose Quintana (6-9, 4.36) vs. RHP Davis Martin (0-2, 2.96) WPIX The Mets look to stretch their winning streak to three games tonight as they play game two against the White Sox in the Windy City. Friday night the Mets took the lead early and held on in a fairly uneventful game. Jesse Winker and J.D. Martinez stole the...

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