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Mets 15, Twins 2: That Mets-calated quickly
The Twins came into New York with a bit of momentum following two straight series wins and a rubber-match victory over the Tigers on Sunday afternoon. But after taking a 1-0 lead on Monday night in Queens, the Mets scored 15 (!) unanswered runs to put the Twins away with ease.
David Stearns must remember vital Mets truth at MLB trade deadline
Everyone should dare to dream. That includes Mets fans even after this 18-inning weekend spanking by the Braves reminded everyone to pump the brakes a little bit before calling this team a juggernaut. It was 9-2 for Atlanta on Sunday following the Braves’ 4-0 victory in Queens on Saturday that left the Mets with stalled momentum in their challenge for a wild-card spot after having extended their latest winning streak to five by taking the first two of the series. The results of the last two games that left the club in a tie for the NL’s final wild-card spot, pending the...
Matt Olson homers again, Braves rout Mets to split series
NEW YORK -- Matt Olson homered in consecutive games for the first time this season, and the Atlanta Braves overcame an injury to All-Star starter Reynaldo López in a 9-2 rout against the New York Mets on Sunday.Austin Riley, Orlando Arcia and Ramón Laureano also went deep for the Braves, who salvaged a four-game split after losing the first two games of the series. They hold the top National League wild card and moved 1 1/2 games ahead of New York for second place in the NL East."That's a good win for our team," manager Brian Snitker said. "It's encouraging....
Mets DFA Jake Diekman, Recall Matt Gage
The Mets have designated left-handed reliever Jake Diekman for assignment, the team announced on Monday. In a corresponding move, they recalled left-hander Matt Gage from Triple-A Syracuse. Diekman, who signed with the Mets in February, struggled to the tune of a 5.63 ERA during his time in New York. He...
3 realistic Mets trade targets to replace Jake Diekman on the roster
The New York Mets designated Jake Diekman for assignment after the left-handed pitcher could not produce the results expected at his signing. Diekman posted a disappointing 5.63 ERA with little control on the mound, with a ratio of 6.8 walks per nine innings. One of the compelling reasons for not...
The Five Greatest Mets Deadline Deals
We’ll know pretty soon if Jesse Winker or Ryne Stanek will be among the best acquisitions made near the trade deadline. Based on Mets history, it doesn’t take much to do so. Certainly, a lot depends on not only their performance. But also the outcome of the Mets in their chase for a postseason and whatever happens beyond that. All those variables are why these five stand out.
How to watch and listen to today's New York Mets vs Minnesota Twins MLB game: Live stream, TV channel, radio station and start time
How to watch the MLB game between the New York Mets and the Minnesota Twins, as well as the first-pitch time and team news. Two teams vying for wild-card spots will cross paths on Monday night as the New York Mets (55-50) welcome the Minnesota Twins (58-46) to Citi Field for the opener of a three-game MLB series.
2 blockbuster trades that would make the Mets World Series favorites
The New York Mets have been on a tear since June. David Stearns recently added an impact bat by trading with the Washington Nationals for Jesse Winker. The right fielder is a perfect fit for the current lineup. With that said, New York could use more pieces. Any MLB team...
Game Chat: Twins vs Mets, 7:10 PM
RHP Simeon Woods Richardson (3-1, 3.27) vs. LHP Jose Quintana (5-6, 4.02) The Mets welcome the Minnesota Twins to Citi Field for a three-game set. The Twins sit second in the AL Central and hold the second American League Wild Card spot. After dropping two games in a row to the Braves, the Mets are the sole holders of the third National League Wild Card but only 1.5 games out of the first spot. Both teams could look different by the series conclusion on Wednesday due to Tuesday’s 6 PM trade deadline.
Mets Minors Weekly Report: Baty Bounces Back in Syracuse
The Syracuse Mets lost five of six games in their series this past week. Despite the results of the games, Brett Baty had a really positive week. He led the team in hits, home runs, RBIs, doubles, and runs scored. Overall, he went 7-for-22 with two homers, five RBIs, two doubles, five runs, and he also walked four times and stole a base. Baty cooled off after a scorching start to his stint in Syracuse, and his week has his OPS back up to .910.
Mets acquire former All-Star outfielder via trade from the Washington Nationals
The New York Mets are firmly playoff contenders just a few days before the trade deadline as the blue and orange sit in the final wild-card spot at 55-49 and just a half-game back of the top wild-card spot. While much of the organization’s focus has gone toward upgrading the...
How Mets address suddenly thin rotation at trade deadline looms large
In the weeks leading into the trade deadline the Mets have addressed the bullpen and bench. The big remaining question before Tuesday’s 6 p.m. cutoff for deals might be whether the team will bolster the starting rotation. Just over a week ago, the Mets appeared covered in that area:...
Mets vs. Twins preview, pick: Royce Lewis return spells bad news for Jose Quintana
While the Mets have been among MLB’s hottest offenses over the past few months, I believe they’re due to slow down a bit, slashing a just-above-average .233/.300/.442 over the past week. Conversely, the Twins are heating up at the right time. With rookie Brooks Lee joining the big-league...
Jose Butto tosses three innings to save Mets’ bullpen in possible rotation preparation
The bullpen door swung open and a surprise followed. It was Jose Butto, the Mets’ relief weapon. But why now?. The Mets held a 10-run lead. It was a strange spot for Carlos Mendoza to use one of his most trusted arms. There was a reason for it. “It’s...
Mets must prove this is who they really are
This was right in the middle of the wondrous summer of 1969, the year the Mets lost last place, the year they first started to play meaningful baseball games in Queens. The Mets had taken the first two games of an intriguing midweek series in early July with the first-place Cubs. In the first game the Mets had rallied for three in the ninth for a 4-3 win when a Cubs rookie named Don Young misplayed a fly ball. In the second, Tom Seaver retired the first 25 Cubs before Jimmy Qualls spoiled what came to be known as his “Imperfect Game.”
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