Jon Neise: After an alarming spring training where Jon was sent to New York twice for MRI's, he has silenced all critics in April. After last night's 6-1 victory over the Phillies, Neise is now 2-2 with a 2.2 ERA on the year. As I've repeated over and over again on this blog, the Mets rely so much on their starting rotation to win games. Maybe their best pitcher of all this season is Jon Neise, who began the year on the 15-day DL. Neise has had the bad fortune of pitching in horrendous weather this April, but he's not complaining and his numbers show why.
Phillies: Man, remember the intense rivalry from 2008-2011? It seemed the Phillies were always coming out on top of our beloved Mets, whether it be on the field or in the standings. Well, since 2011, the Mets are 14-6 in Philadelphia. Currently, they are the only national league team with such a record over the Phillies. Last night, the Mets picked up right where they left off last season. A 6-1 win on a sloppy rainy night proved the 2014 Mets can keep the streak going in Philadelphia. Another note I'd like to add is the Mets' absolute dominance of Phillie's ace Cole Hamels. Hamels is 7-14 with a 4.65 ERA against New York, including a drubbing in last night's contest. The rivalry is as quiet as can be now, thanks to the dominance of the Phillies by our Mets.
Rain: Despite a 90-minute rain delay, the Mets and Phillies were able to get their game in last night. Tonight, the forecast doesn't look any better. In fact, it looks worse. Expect tonight's game to at least begin in a rain delay, if not postponed altogether. As always, check Queensfaithful for updates.
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