Monthly Archives: June 2006

Mets 15 Diamondbacks 2 Finally, Pedro got a win. For a while there, it looked like he might go two months without one. The Mets scored enough runs that it didn’t matter, but Pedro, for the second straight contest, did … Continue reading →

Mets 5 Diamondbacks 0 If you missed the first inning, you pretty much missed the game. For the fourth straight night, the Mets batters came charging out of the chute, scoring a quick three runs in the first frame. Carlos … Continue reading →

Mets 10 Diamondbacks 6 The Mets scored early and they scored late. Rick Down should be a happy, content, secure man right now. This was a big win, as tomorrow the Mets have to face Brandon Webb, and we know … Continue reading →

Mets 7 Diamondbacks 1 I didn’t think I’d see it in my lifetime (OK, I didn’t think I’d see it in 2006): a complete game by a New York Mets pitcher. El Duque was magnificent, not only with the quality … Continue reading →

Mets 9 Dodgers 7 This was a win the Mets needed. They have entered the most grueling road trip of the season, and to start it off with a series win is vital to positive momentum the rest of the … Continue reading →

Dodgers 8 Mets 5 The Mets had Dodger starter Derek Lowe on the ropes in the second inning, but only managed two runs. He was laboring in the heat, his face beet red and hair soaked with sweat, and was … Continue reading →

Mets 4 Dodgers 1 After the tough series against the Giants, then no day off and a plane trip to the West Coast, I thought for sure the Mets would come into Dodger Stadium sluggish and groggy. Add to it … Continue reading →