NEW YORK (AP) – The New York Mets have cut ties with oft-injured pitcher John Maine. The right-hander was one of three players who did not receive a 2011 contract offer from the Mets before the midnight deadline Thursday. New York also chose to non-tender reliever Sean Green and outfielder… Read More →
Jeff Francoeur has been struggling mightily lately at the plate, but it was a big night for him as he scored the tying run and hit a solo home run in the ninth off Billy Wagner for the go-ahead run. The Mets won a close game, 3-2, something they’ve had… Read More →
The Mets squandered yet another solid outing by a starting pitcher, this time in the form of Hisanori Takahashi who shook off his last bad outing to allow only two runs in seven innings. The Mets offense was stagnant once again as they fell to the Dodgers 2-0. The Mets… Read More →
This series vs. the Marlins might be a homecoming for several Mets players, but it hasn’t been very hospital to Mets pitching. Hisanori Takahashi was the latest victim of the hot, humid weather in San Juan, Puerto Rico, where the Mets lost their second game of the series, 7-6. The… Read More →
Jose Reyes, SS Angel Pagan, CF David Wright, 3B Ike Davis, 1B Jason Bay, LF Chris Carter, DH Rod Barajas, C Jeff Francouer, RF Ruben Tejada, 2B
R.A. Dickey won his fifth straight game Thursday night as the Mets defeated the Indians 6-4 in the final game of the series. He allowed three runs, two earned, in six innings. Once again, the bullpen and especially Francisco Rodriguez, caused some nervous moments as Pedro Feliciano gave up a… Read More →
BALTIMORE (AP) – David Wright hit two homers, Chris Carter and Jason Bay also connected, and the New York Mets beat the Baltimore Orioles 11-4 Sunday for a three-game sweep. It was Carter’s second three-run home run of the series while batting as the designated hitter. Bay entered in an… Read More →
It was a night the Mets and especially Jon Niese will never forget as he threw a complete game shutout of the Padres, 3-0. If not for a double in the third inning from Chris Denorfia, the Mets would have had their first no-hitter and perfect game as Niese didn’t… Read More →
The Mets’ equipment manager will have to deal with two Feliciano uniforms Tuesday as outfielder Jesus will join Pedro on the roster. Jesus could see his first major league action against the visiting Padres, but it’s doubtful he’ll start. Although I’ve seen no offiicial announcement, it’s likely Omir Santos will… Read More →
Despite being down by five runs in the sixth inning, the Mets were scrappy and came back to win the game 7-6 and their eight straight at home. It was the second eight-game winning streak of the season. Opposing teams must be scouting Hisanori Takahashi well as he doesn’t seem… Read More →
The Mets leap-frogged the Braves in the standings as Mike Pelfrey pitched brilliantly to get the Mets off their losing streak. Pelfrey went 7 2/3 innings, getting the 3-2 win and giving the bullpen some much-needed rest. Pedro Feliciano held the Braves off after Pelfrey left the game. Francisco Rodriguez… Read More →
It looked like the Mets were going to lose their third game in a row at home after starter Jon Niese allowed six runs in just 4 1/3 innings on six hits and five walks against the Washington Nationals. The Mets had not come back from more than a three-run… Read More →
Despite a very good outing by John Maine, the Mets could not pull off a win against the Nationals, who moved a game ahead in the standings with their 3-2 win last night. Maine allowed only back-to-back homers in his six innings. The Mets’ offensive frustrations continued as they managed… Read More →
If the Mets were looking for some late-inning relief from an expensive off-season acquisition, they won’t get it from Kelvim Escobar. The New York Post reported that he is out the rest of the season for shoulder surgery. He’s getting $1.5 million before he even throws a single pitch. Pretty… Read More →
It looks like the Mets will have a new starting rotation. John Maine now will follow Johan Santana, and Jon Niese will be No. 3. Mike Pelfrey and Oliver Perez secure the final two spots. The Mets have optioned Fernando Martinez to Triple-A Buffalo, according to the New York Daily… Read More →