Braves 5 Mets 3 It had to happen eventually. Surely we didn’t expect the Mets to go 162-0. Things started out well, beginning with Paul LoDuca’s solo homerun in the top of the first and Tom Glavine’s first-pitch out in the bottom of the frame. Just one problem — that first-pitch out was dropped by … Read more
Mets Braves What else is there to say? The Mets rock! After all the concern surrounding the Mets’ starting rotation, it appears now to be the area of least concern. Of course, it’s early, but if the first four games of the season are any indication, the Mets’ starting rotation could be a strength, rather … Read more
Mets 10 Cardinals 0 Talk about breaking it open. Behind the spectacular pitching of John Maine, it appeared that the Mets would grind out another good-baseball, well-executed win against their former closer Braden Looper. What began as a pitchers’ duel quickly became a laugher as Looper fatigued in the sixth, and the St. Louis relief … Read more
Mets 4 Cardinals 1 Hey! We’re still undefeated! It wasn’t particularly spectacular, or filled with dramatic moments, but it was a win. The victory was due in large part to Orlando Hernandez, who pitched seven strong innings and allowed only one run on five hits. That one run came in the seventh inning — a … Read more
Mets 6 Cardinals 1 (I PROMISE that this is NOT an April Fools’ joke … the Mets really did win tonight.) While the Mets’ offense is what everyone talks about, it was their defense and pitching that stole the show on Opening Day. Jose Reyes and Jose Valentin teamed up to turn several double plays, … Read more
