Mets 7 Phillies 5 The Mets jumped out to a 7-1 lead in the third inning, and appeared on the way to a laugher. However, the offense took the rest of the day off, and the Phillies chipped out five runs the rest of the way to keep it close — and necessitate a fourth … Read more
Mets 8 Nationals 2 The red-hot Mets blew out the Nationals to win their second consecutive game. New York’s struggles with runners in scoring position are a distant memory, as the offense came through with four base hits out of eleven tries (.363) with RISP in this contest. Ryan Church led the way with two … Read more
Although official word has not yet been published, inside sources suggest that Nelson Figueroa has elected free agency rather than accept a demotion to AAA Buffalo. **UPDATE: Adam Rubin has been given similar information. ** Hat tip to loyal MetsToday reader HDarvick for the scoop. Figueroa was waived by the Mets after pitching six strong … Read more
Rotoworld is reporting that the Mets have designated reliever Darren O’Day for assignment. O’Day – a Rule 5 pick – will be placed on Rule 5 waivers. If he clears waivers, he will be offered back to the Angels. O’Day’s departure will make room for Nelson Figueroa, who will start in place of Mike Pelfrey … Read more
It’s been reported that Mike Pelfrey has tendinitis in his forearm. Uh-oh. That’s typically a precursor to an elbow strain. TheRopolitans has good coverage of this issue and a description of tendinitis. (The site also has a new slick look, so check it out … seems everyone is changing their look these days.) In my … Read more
The opening of Citi Field was spoiled by San Diego, as another outfield error cost the Mets the ballgame. Well, actually, it was an outfield error, a balk, poor starting pitching, and an inability to hit a journeyman Mexican Leaguer.
It started out like a game from 2008, but finished off much differently — and it had little to do with the names Putz and Rodriguez.
Mike Pelfrey is starting to show the stuff and strut of a number-two starter. Meanwhile, Nick Evans may be the best hitter left behind when the team goes north.
