Game 73: Athletics 7, Mets 3
A giveaway night Fans don’t get a bobblehead But A’s sure get walks!
The Lohud Mets Blog
A blog by LoHud about New York Mets baseballClosing the Book on Kazmir
The Scott Kazmir Trade is the Rashomon of modern Mets moves. That comes from the criminal nature of the transaction for Tampa Bay, or perhaps the many points of view produced when so many people were in the room at the time vital decisions were made. But Adam Rubin’s piece… Read More →
Give Blood, Win Tickets; Give Money, Win a Night with Ike
The Mets are off today before starting three with the Athletics at Citi Field tomorrow night. More on the A’s in a bit, but first, I wanted to let you know about a couple of events in the community that allow you to do some good and get your Mets… Read More →
Game 72: Angels 7, Mets 3
A late run flurry Can’t salvage Niese, who struggled Even on a curve
Game 71: Mets 6, Angels 1
On nights like tonight You can squint and see Big Pelf As a staff anchor
Game 70: Angels 4, Mets 3
A Reyes error Proves he’s human; late rally Falls a base hit short
How To Spend Your Weekend, Mets-Style
Looking for activities? Have I got some great ones for you. Beginning this evening, the Mets have a get well card for Gary Carter, who is battling multiple brain tumors, available for you to sign in the Citi Field rotunda. Take this opportunity to let The Kid know you are… Read More →
Just Another Balkoff Loss
Thank you to everyone who shared Dana Brand’s work at the Tappan Free Library last night. Greg Prince and I had the opportunity to read with a wonderful group. It was a terrific evening, and as I drove with Greg and the lovely and talented Zoe Rice to the train… Read More →
Game 69: Braves 9, Mets 8 (10 innings)
A game-ending balk?!? Silver-lining comeback, but A ludicrous cloud
The Magic of Bullpens
Why, it was just last week that the Mets appeared to have no chance of holding a lead ever again. Francisco Rodriguez was struggling. Taylor Buchholz, a bright spot early on, hit the Disabled List. Bobby Parnell had trouble with command, Pedro Beato couldn’t get anyone out, D.J. Carrasco was… Read More →
Game 68: Mets 4, Braves 0
A Pagan homer Rain-soaked pitchers excel; Mets Back where they started
Now At The Dollar Store: The Mets?
A fascinating report by Forbes.com today, citing a banker familiar with the agreement struck by Sterling Equities (current owner of the Mets) and David Einhorn. Apparently, in exchange for the $200,000,000 in cash now, Einhorn has the right to increase his stake in the team from 33 percent to 60… Read More →
Game 67: Mets 4, Braves 3
For once in Peach state Mets are northerners; ie. General Sherman
He’s. The. Same. Guy.
It drives me a little crazy when Mike Pelfrey has bad starts and he’s crazy. He’s irredeemably terrible, and not smart enough to make adjustments. He’s a waste of a roster spot. It drives me a little crazy when Mike Pelfrey has good starts and he’s turning a corner. He’s… Read More →
Game 66: Pirates 3, Mets 1
Pitching wins titles Alas! Not without hitting And baserunning, too