Yankees 9 Mets 1
For the second straight start by Johan Santana, a no-hitter was carried into the sixth inning. However, Johnny Vander Meer‘s record was not in danger, since it was the Mets who were unable to reach safely this time around.
Mets 2012 Games
Why Johan Santana’s Arm is at Risk
One week ago today, Johan Santana accomplished what no other Mets pitcher ever did before. But was it damaging to his health?
Mets Game 58: Win Over Nationals
Mets 3 Nationals 1
The staff stopper fulfills his role and salvages the final game of the series.
Rounds 2-10: Stankiewicz, Reynolds, a Hawaiian, and College guys
After the first ten rounds, the Mets philosophy is structured around saving money. The front office has not necessarily drafted the best players available, but after sleeping on last night’s decisions, I’m actually humming a different tune. The Mets seem to be drafting pieces, instead of players, which isn’t necessarily bad. By this, I mean that the team isn’t trying to find the next superstar. It’s a philosophy that the Tampa Bay Rays have mastered, which has fueled their success at the MLB level.
Here’s my best attempt to explain why they picked who they did and what those players bring to the table.
Mets Game 56: Loss to Nationals
Nationals 7 Mets 6
The Mets come back again. Then give it away. Then come back. Then give it away. Rinse. Repeat.