Mets vs. Nationals Game 24 Recap

The New York Mets lost to the Washington Nationals 23-5 today to drop their record to 10-14, but were still able to take two out of three games from the Nationals. This is the second-most runs that they have allowed in one game in franchise history after allowing 26 runs in a game against the Philadelphia Phillies in 1985. RHP Noah Syndergarrd got the start and got into immediate trouble in the bottom of the first inning. Syndergarrd allowed five runs on five hits and gave up two walks. He was taken out in the bottom of the second inning for a possible lat strain and was sent to New York for an MRI. LHP Sean Gilmartin came on in relief and allowed five runs on seven hits in 2 2/3 innings. RHP Fernando Salas followed and allowed three runs on two hits and gave up two walks. LHP Josh Smoker allowed six runs  (five earned) on five walks and a walk in his lone inning of work. Catcher Kevin Plawecki came into the game to pitch in the bottom of the seventh inning. Plawecki gave up four runs in two innings.

The Mets offense got off to a fast start on a RBI single by RF Jay Bruce in the top of the first. Bruce added a solo homer. LF Michael Conforto hit a RBI single. Rene Rivera hit a solo homer, his first home run on the year. LHP Sean Gilmartin hit a RBI double in the top of the fourth inning.

Lucas Duda Has Setback in Return Off DL

New York Mets 1B Lucas Duda has gone through a set back in his return from a hyper-extended elbow. Duda will not be able to come off the disabled list tomorrow as previously anticipated. Duda is dealing with slight elbow discomfort according to team officials. It is unknown at this point when Duda will be able to resume his rehab assignment.

Game 24: Mets vs. Nationals Starting Lineup and Pitching Matchup

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Michael Conforto-LF
2. Jose Reyes-SS
3. Jay Bruce-RF
4. Neil Walker-2B
5. Curtis Granderson-CF
6. T.J. Rivera-1B
7. Rene Rivera-C
8. Matt Reynolds-3B
9. Noah Syndergarrd-RHP

The pitching matchup is Noah Syndergarrd (1-1, 1.73 ERA) vs. RHP Joe Ross (1-0, 6.17 ERA)

Mets vs. Nationals Game 23 Recap

The New York Mets defeated the Washington Nationals 5-3 today for their second consecutive win and improved their record to 10-13. LF Michael Conforto led the Mets offense with three hits, which included two home runs and three RBI's. Conforto hit a 2 homer in the top of the fifth and a solo homer in the top of the eighth. 3B Jose Reyes added a solo homer in the top of the ninth inning. Reyes now has a five game hitting streak. Catcher Travis d'arnaud grounded into a fielder's choice which brought home a run.

RHP Zack Wheeler got the start and struggled with his command for 4 2/3 innings. Wheeler allowed two runs (one earned) on five hits. He gave up four walks and had one strikeout. LHP Josh Edgin came in after Wheeler was taken out and got the last out in the bottom of the fifth. RHP Hansel Robles followed with 1 2/3 scoreless innings. He picked up his fourth win. LHP Jerry Blevins got the last out in the bottom of the seventh inning. RHP Addison Reed allowed a run in the bottom of the eighth inning on a solo homer by 1B Ryan Zimmermann. RHP Jeurys Familia pitched a 1-2-3 bottom of the ninth inning and recorded his first save on the season.

Game 23: Mets vs. Nationals Starting Lineup and Pitching Matchup

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Michael Conforto-LF
2. Asdrubal Cabrera-SS
3. Jay Bruce-RF
4. Neil Walker-2B
5. Curtis Granderson-CF
6. Jose Reyes-3B
7. T.J. Rivera-1B
8. Travis d'Arnaud-C
9. Zack Wheeler-RHP

The pitching matchup is Zack Wheeler (1-2, 5.40 ERA) vs. RHP Stephen Strasburg (2-0, 2.89 ERA)

Mets vs. Nationals Game 22 Recap

The New York Mets defeated the Washington Nationals 7-5 to snap their six game losing streak and improve their record to 9-13. Catcher Travis d'Arnaud let the Mets offense with two homers and 5 5 RBI's. Catcher Kevin Plawecki hit a RBI single in the top of the eighth inning. LF Michael Conforto added a based loaded walk following Plawecki's at-bat.

RHP Jacob deGtom had a solid start three runs on six hits in seven innings. Degrom allowed one walk and had 12 strikeouts. He picked up his first win on the season. LHP Jerry Blevins came in next after deGrom was taken out and faced only three batters. He was able to get CF Adam Eaton to lineout, allow a single to SS Trea Turner and struck out RF Bryce Harper before being taken out. RHP Addison Reed came in next and allowed a 2 run home to 1B Ryan Zimmermann, but was able to recover and finish out the bottom of the eighth. RHP Jeurys Famila came on in the bottom of the ninth inning, but was unable to close it out. Familia wound up loading the bases and recording one out on a strikeout to Trea Turner. LHP Josh Edgin replaced Familia and was to able to close it out on  a game-ending double play by RF Bryce Harper and pick up his second career save.

Game 22: Mets vs. Nationals Starting Lineup and Pitching Matchup

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Michael Conforto-LF
2. Asdrubal Cabrera-SS
3. Jay Bruce-RF
4. Neil Walker-2B
5. Curtis Granderson-CF
6. Jose Reyes-3B
7. T.J. Rivera-1B
8. Travis d'Arnaud-C
9. Jacob deGrom-RHP

The pitching matchup is Jacob deGrom (0-1, 2.55 ERA) vs. RHP Max Scherizer (3-1, 1.95 ERA)

Mets Place Yoenis Cespedes on DL

The New York Mets announced earlier today that outfielder Yoenis Cespedes has been placed on the 10-day disabled list with a left hamstring strain. LHP Sean Gilmartin has been recalled from Triple-A Las Vegas as the corresponding roster move. It is unknown at this time when Cespedes will be able to come back.

Mets vs. Braves Game 21 Recap

The New York Mets lost to the Atlanta Braves 7-5 today for their sixth consecutive loss to drop their record to 8-13 and have now dropped to last place in the National League East. RHP Matt Harvey got the start after he replaced RHP Noah Syndergarrd who was scratched with tendinitis in his right bicep. Harvey wasn't as sharp as he's beem in his previous two starts. He lasted only 4 1/3 innings and allowed six runs on five hits. He had also gave up a career-high five walks. LHP Josh Smoker came in next after Harvey was taken out and pitched 2 2/3 scoreless innings. RHP Addison Reed pitched a scoreless top of the eighth. RHP Jeurys Familia allowed a run in the top of the ninth inning.

2B Neil Walker led the offense with three hits. Walker drove in a run on a RBI single in the bottom of the fourth and also scored on a passed ball. 3B Jose Reyes had 2 RBI's with a solo homer and RBI single. Catcher Travis d'Arnaud added a RBI groundout in the bottom of the ninth.

Injury News:  Mets leftfielder Yoenis Cespedes left the game in the bottom of the fourth inning with a pulled left hamstring after pulling into second base on a double.

Game 21: Mets vs. Braves Starting Lineup and Pitching Matchup

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Michael Conforto-CF
2. Asdrubal Cabrera-SS
3. Yoenis Cespedes-LF
4. Jay Bruce-1B
5. Neil Walker-2B
6. Curtis Granderson-RF
7. Travis d'Arnaud=C
8. Jose Reyes-3B
9. Matt Harvey-RHP

The pitching matchup is Matt Harvey (2-0, 2.84 ERA) vs. RHP R.A. Dickey (1-2, 3.86 ERA)

Noah Syndergarrd Scratched From Today's Start

New York Mets manager Terry Collins announced earlier today that RHP Noah Syndergarrd has been scratched from today's start due to tendinitis in his right bicep. RHP Matt Harvey will take his place in the rotation. Syndergarrd said he felt discomfort in his right elbow in his bullpen session yesterday and also felt discomfort yesterday when he threw batting practice. Syndergarrd could get the start on Sunday against the Washington Nationals or be placed on the 10-day DL. Syndergarrd hopes to get the start on Sunday.

Mets vs. Braves Game 20 Recap

The New York Mets lost to the Atlanta Braves 8-2 tonight for their five consecutive loss and have now dropped their record to 8-12. RHP Robert Gsellman got the start after originally being scheduled to pitch tomorrow. Gsellman was in immediate trouble in the top of the first inning. He allowed five runs on four hits. He also gave up two walks and had to work around a throwing error all in the first inning. After the difficult first inning, Gsellman settled down and allowed no runs for his last three innings. Gsellman went four plus innings allowing six runs (five earned) on 10 hits. He had two strikeouts and three walks. In addition to Gsellman's struggles on the mound, he was let down by his defense, who committed three errors on the night. LHP Josh Edgin came in next and allowed a run in the top of the fifth inning and stayed in for the top of the sixth and record the first two outs. RHP Fernando Salas followed and was able to record the last out in the top of the sixth. Salas stayed on for the top of the seventh and allowed two runs on three hits. LHP Jerry Blevins had to come in and relieve Salas and finish off the top of the seventh inning. RHP Hansel Robles was the last pitcher of the game and pitched two scoreless innings in the top of the eighth and ninth.

The Mets offense struggled against Braves starter RHP Julio Tehran. They managed to have only five hits and four walks. The only runs they were able to score were on a sacrifice fly by 2B Neil Walker in the bottom of the fourth inning and a sacrifice fly by catcher Rene Rivera in the bottom of the seventh inning.

Mets Recall Matt Reynolds

The New York Mets announced today that infielder Matt Reynolds has been called from the Triple-A Las Vegas 51s. LHP Sean Gilmartin was sent down as a corresponding roster move. Reynolds hit ..225 with 3 homers and 13 RBI's in 89 at-bats for the Mets last year. Reynolds was hitting .300 in Triple-A this year. Gilmartin appeared in one game this year for the Mets allowed one hit in 2/3 of an inning. Gilmartin has a record of 3-3 with a 3.69 ERA in 69 career games in the major leagues.

Game 20: Mets vs. Braves Starting Lineup and Pitching Matchup

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Michael Conforto-CF
2. Asdrubal Cabrera-SS
3. Yoenis Cespedes-LF
4. Jay Bruce-1B
5. Neil Walker-2B
6. Curtis Granderson-RF
7. Travis d'Arnaud-C
8. Jose Reyes-3B
9. Robert Gsellman-RHP

The pitching matchup is Robert Gsellman (0-1, 5.09 ERA) vs. RHP Julio Teheran (1-1, 3.52 ERA)

Mets-Braves Game Postponed

Tonight's New York Mets-Atlanta Braves game has been rained out and will made up as a single-admission doubleheader on September 25th at 4:10 P.M. RHP Robert Gsellman will have his start skipped tomorrow and RHP Noah Syndergarrd will get the start tomorrow night against Braves starter RHP Julio Tehran.

Game 20: Mets vs. Braves Starting Lineup and Pitching Matchup

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Michael Conforto-CF
2. Asdrubal Cabrera-SS
3. Yoenis Cespedes-LF
4. Jay Bruce-1B
5. Neil Walker-2B
6. Curtis Granderson-RF
7. Jose Reyes-3B
8. Travis d'Arnaud-C
9. Robert Gsellman-RHP

The pitching matchup is Robert Gsellman (0-1, 5.09 ERA) vs. RHP Julo Teheran (1-1, 3.52 ERA)

Matt Reynolds To Join Mets tonight

Las Vegas 51s  infielder Matt Reynolds will join the Met team tonight in New York after leaving from Sacramento earlier today. It is unknown yet what the corresponding roster will be. Reynolds hit .300  this year in Triple-A in 55 at-bats with a .364 on-base percentage. He has been  mostly playing left field this year for the first time in his pro career. In addition to left field, Reynolds is a versatile player who is able to play third base, second base and shortstop. Last year he hit .225 with eight doubles, three homers and 13 RBI's in 47 games in the major leagues. It will be interesting to see how the Mets utilize Reynolds and where they will play him on the diamond.

Mets vs. Nationals Game 19 Recap

The New York Mets lost to the Washington Nationals tonight 6-3 and were swept in the 3 games series and dropped their record to 8-11. RHP Zack Wheeler got off to a rocky start after allowing a grand slam to 2B Daniel Murphy in the top of the first inning. Wheeler was able to settle down after that and allowed no runs for the last six innings. Wheeler allowed four runs on four hits in seven innings. He had six strikeouts. LHP Josh Smoker followed after Wheeler was taken out and allowed a 2 run homer to Ryan Zimmermann in the top of the eighth. RHP Jeurys Familia pitched a scoreless top of the ninth inning.

The Mets offense got off to a fast start on a leadoff homer by LF Michael Conforto in the bottom of the first inning off of Nationals starter RHP Max Scherizer. Conforto was the lone bright spot in the lineup with three hits. 2B Neil Walker added a 2 run homer.

Game 19: Mets vs. Nationals Starting Lineup and Pitching Matchup

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Michael Conforto-LF
2. Asdrubal Cabrera-SS
3. Jay Bruce-1B
4. Neil Walker-2B
5. Curtis Granderson-RF
6. Jose Reyes-3B
7. Kevin Plawecki-C
8. Juan Lagares-CF
9. Zack Wheeler-RHP

The pitching matchup is Zack Wheeler (1-1, 5.52 ERA) vs. RHP Max Scherizer (2-1, 1.37 ERA)

Mets vs. Nationals Game 18 Recap

The New York Mets lost the second game today in their series against the Washington Nationals 3-1 to drop their record to 8-10. The Mets have now lost three consecutive games and seven out of their last eight games. RHP Jacob deGrom got the start after getting pushed back a day due to a stiff neck. deGrom allowed three runs on eight hits in 5 2/3 innings. Degrom gave up six walks and had ten stiekouts. This was degrom's second consecutive start where he had double-digit strikeouts. after degrom was taken out, LHP Josh Edgin got the last out in the top of the sixth inning. RHP Hansel Robles pitched two scoreless innings in the top of the seventh and eighth. LHP Jerry Blevins pitched  a scoreless top of the ninth inning.

The Mets offense wasn't able to generate too many hits off of Nationals starter LHP Gio Gonzalez. The only run they were able to score off Gonzalez was an RBI single in the bottom of the sixth inning by SS Asdrubal Cabrera. The Mets were unable to get a baserunner after the bottom of the sixth.

Game 18: Mets vs. Nationals Starting Lineup and Pitching Matchup

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Juan Lagares-CF
2. Michael Conforto-LF
3. Asdrubal Cabrera-SS
4. Jay Bruce-1B
5. Neil Walker-2B
6. Curtis Granderson-RF
7. Rene Rivera-C
8. T.J. Rivera-3B
9/, Jacob deGrom-RHP

The pitching matchup is Jacob deGrom (0-0. 1.89 ERA) vs. LHP Gio Gonzalez (1-0, 1.33 ERA)

Mets vs. Nationals Game 17 Recap

The New York Mets lost to the Washington Nationals tonight 4-3 in 11 innings and have dropped their record to 8-9 on the season. The Mets have lost six out of their last seven games. RHP Matt Harvey got the start on three days and replaced RHP Jacob degrom who was pushed back to tomorrow due to a stiff neck. Harvey had a solid start allowed three runs on four hits in 7 innings. He gave up two walks and had two strikeouts. LHP Jerry Blevins came in next and had a scoreless top of the eighth inning. RHP Addison Reed followed with a scoreless top of the ninth inning. LHP Josh Smoker had a scoreless top of the tenth inning. Smoker came back out for the top of the eleventh inning, but was taken out after a one-out double to RF Bryce Harper and an intentional walk to 2B Daniel Murphy. RHP Jeurys Familia was the last pitcher of the game and allowed a based loaded walk to Trea Turner to give the Nationals a 4-3 lead.

The Mets offense got off to a fast start on a leadoff hitter from LF Michael Conforto in the bottom of the first inning. RF Curtis Granderson tied the game in the bottom of the fourth inning on an RBI single. Granderson was able to tie up the game again in the bottom of the sixth inning on a solo homer. After Granderson's home run, the Mets were unable to score for the remainder of the game.

Mets Place Wilmer Flores and Lucas Duda on Disabled List

The New York Mets announced today that they placed infielder Wilmer Flores on the 10-day disabled list after being admitted to the hospital Wednesday night for a knee infection. 1B Lucas Duda was also placed on the disabled list with a hyper-extended elbow. The Mets now have six players on the disabled list. LHP Sean Gilmartin was called up from Triple-A Las Vegas  to replace Duda on the roster. T.J. Rivera was called up from Triple-A to replace Flores at 3B.

Game 17: Mets vs. Nationals Starting Lineup and Pitching Matchup

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Michael Conforto-LF
2. Juan Lagares-CF
3. Jay Bruce-1B
4. Neil Walker-2B
5. Curtis Granderson-RF
6. Jose Reyes-SS
7. Rene Rivera-C
8. T.J. Rivera-3B
9. Matt Harvey-RHP

The pitching matchup is Matt Harvey (2-0, 2.45 ERA) vs. RHP Tanner Roark (2-0, 3.50 ERA)

Mets vs. Phillies Game 16 Recap

The New York Mets lost to the Philadelphia Phillies 6-4 tonight and lost two out of three games in the series. The Mets have now lost five out of their last six games.  RHP Noah Syndergarrd had his worst outing of the season allowing five runs (three earned)  on seven hits in seven innings. Syndergarrd had 10 strikeouts and gave up no walks. He picked up his first loss of the season. RHP Fernando Salas came in next and allowed a solo homer to Phillies 3B Maikel Francos and failed to get an out in the inning after allowing three hits. LHP Josh Edgin followed with a scoreless top of the eighth inning. RHP Jeurys Famila made his season debut in the top of the ninth and gave up two walks, but managed to get out of it with a scoreless inning.

The Mets offense was able to get one run in the bottom of the second inning on a RBI single by catcher Rene Rivera. 2B Neil Walker hit a 3 run homer in the bottom of the ninth. The Mets were unable to score for the rest of the game.

Injury Notes:
LF Yoenis Cespedes left the game with a left hamstring cramp according to team officials.

Mets Activate Closer Jeurys Familia

The New York Mets announced today that they have activated closer RHP Jeurys Familia off the restricted list. Familia had been suspended for 15 games after a domestic incident last October. Charges were dropped against Familia's wife declined to pursue the case. Last year, Famila led Majot League Baseball with 51 saves and had a 2.55 ERA in 77.2 innings. The Mets moved 3B David Wright to the 60-day DL to make room for Familia on the 40-man roster. In other roster moves, the Mets also announced today that they have optioned relievers RHP Sean Gilmartin and RHP Rafael Montero to Triple-A and promoted catcher/first baseman Kevin Plawecki from Triple-A Las Vegas.

Game 16: Mets vs. Phillies Starting Lineup and Pitching Matchup

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Curtis Granderson-RF
2. Asdrubal Cabrera-SS
3. Yoenis Cespedes-LF
4. Jay Bruce-1B
5. Neil Walker-2B
6. Michael Conforto-CF
7. Jose Reyes-3B
8. Noah Syndergarrd-RHP
9. Rene Rivera-C

The pitching matchup is Noah Syndergarrd (1-0, 0.95 ERA) vs. RHP Aaron Nola (1-0, 3.27 ERA)

Mets vs. Phillies Game 15 Recap

The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 5-4 night to snap their four game losing streak and improve their record to 8-7. RHP Robert Gsellman had his best outing of the season allowing three runs on six hits in seven-plus innings. He had seven strikeouts and one walk. Gsellman started the top of the eighth inning, but was taken out after allowing a ground-rule double to start the inning. LHP Jerry Blevins came in next and gave up a RBI single to Michael Saunders to tie the game. Gsellman was charged with game-tying run since he was responsible for runner on third. RHP Hansel Robles followed and was able to finish off the inning on a strikeout to Tommy Joseph. He recorded his third win of the season. RHP Addison Reed allowed a run in the top of the ninth inning, but was able to pick up his fourth save on the season.

The Mets offense was held scoreless for the first five innings. In the bottom of the sixth, the bats started to wake up after SS Asdrubal Cabrera walked and RF Yoenis Cespedes singled with two out. RF Jay Bruce hit a three-run home run to bring home the Mets first runs of the game. In the bottom of the eighth, Bruce hit another home run to give the Mets a 5-3 lead. He ended up the game going 3 for 5 with two home runs, two runs scored and 5 RBI's. Bruce has gotten off to a red-hot start this year with a batting average of .309, six home runs, 14 RBI and 11 runs scored.

Game 15: Mets vs. Phillies Starting Lineup and Pitching Matchup

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Curtis Granderson-RF
2. Asdrubal Cabrera-SS
3. Yoenis Cespedes-LF
4. Jay Bruce-RF
5. Neil Walker-2B
6. Lucas Duda-1B
7. Jose Reyes-3B
8. Travis d'Aranaud-C
9. Robert Gsellman-RHP

The pitching matchup is Robert Gsellman (0-1, 9.28 ERA) vs. RHP Vince Velasquez (0-2, 9.00 ERA)

Mets vs. Phillies Game 14 Recap

The New York Mets lost to the Phillies tonight 6-2 tonight for their fourth consecutive loss in 11 innings to drop their record to .500 at 7-7. RHP Zack Wheeler got the start and went five innings giving up one run. Wheeler allowed 2 walks and had seven strikeouts. RHP Hansel Robles followed and picked up the first two outs in the top of the sixth. LHP Josh Smoker and RHP Fernando Salas combined to finish the top of the seventh inning. Salas came back out for the top of the eighth and was able to get the first two outs, but was unable to finish the inning due to a costly dropped popout by 3B Jose Reyes. LHP Jerry Blevins appeared next and allowed a game-tying double to Cameron Rupp. RHP Addison Reed pitched a scoreless top of the ninth inning. RHP Rafael Montero allowed four runs in the top of the ninth and took the loss.

The Mets offense struggled all night with only four hits for the entire game. RF Jay Bruce hit an RBI single in the bottom of the first inning. LF Yoenis Cespedes scored on a wild pitch in the bottom of the first inning. After that, the bats were silent for the rest of the game.

Game 14: Mets vs. Phillies Starting Lineup and Pitching Matchup

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Michael Conforto-CF
2. Asdrubal Cabrera-SS
3. Yoenis Cespedes-LF
4. Jay Bruce-RF
5. Neil Walker-2B
6. Lucas Duda-1B
7. Jose Reyes-3B
8. Travis d'Arnaud-C
9. Zack Wheeler-RHP

The pitching matchup is Zack Wheeler (1-1, 7.45 ERA) vs. RHP Zack Eflin (season debut)

Mets vs. Marlins Game 13 Recap

The New York Mets lost to the Miami Marlins 4-2 today  to drop their record to 7-6 and have now lost three consecutive games. The Mets offense struggled until the top of the ninth inning and was no-hit for the first 7 2/3 innings by four Marlins pitchers. 2B Neil Walker broke up the no-hitter in the top of the eighth with a single. In the ninth inning, catcher Travis d'Arnaud got the rally started with a single. IF Wilmer Flores hit a single with two outs and was able to make it to 2B on an error. SS Asdrubal Cabrera hit a 2 run double to tie the game.

RHP Matt Harvey made his third start of the year and had another solid outing. Harvey allowed two runs ( 1 earned) on six hits in six innings. He had four strikeouts. LHP Josh Smoker pitched a scoreless bottom of the seventh inning. RHP Hansel Robles recorded a scoreless bottom of the eighth inning. RHP Addison Reed allowed 2 runs in the bottom of the ninth on a 2 run walk-off homer by J.T. Riddle.

Game 13: Mets vs. Marlins Starting Lineup and Pitching Matchup

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Curtis Granderson-CF
2. Neil Walker-2B
3. Yoenis Cespedes-LF
4. Jay Bruce-RF
5. Lucas Duda-1B
6. Travis d'Arnaud-C
7. Jose Reyes-SS
8. Wilmer Flores-3B
9. Matt Harvey-RHP

The pitching matchup is Matt Harvey (2-0, 2.93 ERA) vs. RHP Dan Straily (1-1, 7.56 ERA)

Mets vs. Marlins Game 12 Recap

The New York Mets fell to the Miami Marlins 5-4 to lose their second consecutive game and drop their record to 7-5. RHP Jacob deGrom had a dominant start with a career high 13 strikeouts in seven innings. He gave up two runs on four hits. degrom wound up with a no-decision and came out after the bottom of the seventh inning. RHP Fernando Salas came in next for his 8th appearance and struggled for the first time this year. He gave up a 2 out walk and then allowed back to back homers to Christian Yelich and Giancarlo Stanton. In all, Salas was charged with three runs. It was the first time that Salas had given up a run this year. LHP Jerry Blevins had to come in to get the last out in the bottom of the eighth.

The Mets offense struggled against Marlins starter LHP Adam Conley and only had 5 hits. 2B Neil Walker hit an RBI triple in the top of the second inning. RF Curtis Granderson hit an RBI triple in the top of the seventh to tie the game. OF Michael Conforto came up late in the game  as a pitch hitter added another run in the top of the seventh with a sacrifice fly. SS Asdrubal Cabrera hit a solo homer in the top of the eighth.

Game 12: Mets vs. Marlins Starting Lineup and Pitching Matchup

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Jose Reyes-3B
2. Asdrubal Cabrera-SS
3. Yoenis Cespedes-LF
4. Wilmer Flores-1B
5. Neil Walker-RF
6. Curtis Granderson-RF
7. Juan Lagares-CF
8. Rene Rivera-C
9. Jacob deGrom-RHP

The pitching matchup is Jacob deGrom (0-0, 1.66 ERA) vs. LHP Adam Conley (1-1, 3.00 ERA)

Mets vs. Marlins Game 11 Recap

The New York Mets lost to the Miami Marlins 3-2 tonight to snap their five game winning streak and drop their record to 7-4. RHP Noah Syndergarrd started for the Mets allowing 2 runs, but 1 earned in 6 innings on 6 hits. He had no walks and struck out 4. Syndergarrd was only able to throw 87 pitches and had to come out after 6 innings due to a blister that he suffered on Opening Day which flared up during the game. After Syndergarrd was taken out, RHP Rafael Montero came in and proceeded to load the bases. LHP Jerry Blevins followed and was able to get out of the based loaded jam with no runs due to a perfect throw by OF Michael Conforto to get Marlins infielder out at home plate to end the inning. LHP Josh Edgin was the last pitcher of the game and allowed a walk off double to end the game to take the loss.

The Mets offense was able to generate some baserunners, but wasn't able to capitalize with a lot of timely hitters. LF Michael Conforto hit a sacrifice fly in the top of the third inning. 1B Lucas Duda hit a solo homer in the top of the fifth, which would wind up being the last run that the Mets would score.

Sean Gilmartin Promoted from Triple A

The New York Mets announced earlier today that LHP Sean Gilmartin has been added to the 25-man roster after being promoted from Triple-A Las Vegas. Gilmartin has made one start in Triple A and went 3.1 innings allowing three runs on four hits, giving up one walk with seven strikeouts. Infielder TJ Rivera has been sent down as the corresponding roster move. Rivera has gone 0 for 3 with two walks and three strikeouts for the Mets this year.

Game 11: Mets vs. Marlins Starting Lineup and Pitching Matchup

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Curtis Granderson-CF
2. Asdrubal Cabrera-SS
3. Jay Bruce-RF
4. Lucas Duda-1B
5. Michael Conforto-LF
6. Wilmer Flores-2B
7. Jose Reyes-3B
8. Noah Syndergarrd-RHP
9. Rene Rivera-C

The pitching matchup is Noah Syndergarrd (1-0, 0.69 ERA) vs. RHP Edison Volquez (0-1, 3.27 ERA)

Mets vs. Marlins Game 10 Recap

The New York Mets defeated the Miami Marlins last night 9-8 in a wild 16 inning game. The Mets have now won five consecutive games. RHP Robert Gsellman got the start and got off to a rocky start in the bottom of the first inning after allowing a grand slam to Marcell Ozuna. Gsellman settled down and was cruising until the bottom of the fifth innings. In the bottom of the fifth inning, Gsellman allowed 4 more runs and was charged with eight runs on the night. He was able to get only two outs in the fifth, so LHP Josh Edgin had to come in and got the last out. RHP Rafael Montero followed with a scoreless bottom of the sixth inning and came back out for the bottom of the seventh. Montero was pulled in the seventh after giving up two baserunners with one out. LHP Jerry Blevins appeared next and got the last two outs in the bottom of the seventh. RHP Fernando Salas pitched two scoreless innings in the bottom of the eighth and ninth. He has had 7.2 scoreless innings in his first 7 games to start the year. RHP Addison Reed pitched two scoreless innings in the bottom of the tenth and eleventh. LHP Josh Smoker was next in line with three scoreless innings in the bottom of the twelfth, thirteenth and fourteenth inning. RHP Hansel Robles closed it out with two scoreless innings and recording his second win on the season.

The offense was led by catcher Travis d'Arnaud who had his first career 4 hit game to go along with 4 RBI's. d'Arnaud went 4 for 6 on the night with a homer, triple, and two singles. He had a three run triple in the top of the second inning and the go-ahead homer in the top of the sixteenth. LF Yoenis Cespedes had another big night with 2 homers, two runs scored, two RBI's and two walks. 1B Wilmer Flores continued his dominance against left-handed pitching with a solo homer off Marlins. OF Michael Conforto had a pinch-hit RBI double in the top of the eighth to tie the game. CF Curtis Granderson added an RBI single in the top of the second inning.

Game 10: Mets vs. Marlins Starting Lineup and Pitching Matchup

Mets Starting Lineup

1. Curtis Granderson-CF

2. Asdrubal Cabrera-SS

3. Yoenis Cespedes-LF

4. Wilmer Flores-1B

5. Jay Bruce-RF

6. Neil Walker-2B

7. T.J. Rivera-3B

8. Travis d'Arnaud-C

9. Robert Gsellman-RHP

The pitching matchup is Robert Gsellman (0-1, 4.50 ERA) vs. LHP Wei-Yin Chen (1-0, 1.50 ERA)

Juan Lagares activated off DL

The New York Mets announced earlier today that CF Juan Lagares has been activated off the disabled list prior to tonight's game against the Miami Marlins. RHP Paul Sewald has been sent down as the corresponding roster move.

Mets vs. Phillies Game 9 Recap

The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies tonight 5-4 to sweep their 3 game series and improve their record to 6-3. They have now won 4 consecutive games and are in first place in the National League East.

The Mets offense was led by CF Michael Conforto, who batted leadoff for the first time this year. Conforto went 2 for 4 with a home run, RBI, walk and 3 runs scored. Conforto is now hitting .400 with two home runs, three RBI's and 5 runs scored in seven games with two starts. SS Asdrubal Cabrera added a 2 run single in the top of the fifth inning. LF Yoenis Cespedes hit an RBI double in the top of the first inning.

RHP Zack Wheeler got the start tonight and allowed three runs in 5 2/3 innings. Wheeler recorded his first win in two years. He gave up four hits and allowed one walk. He had four strikeouts. Wheeler had a strong start with five scoreless innings, but started to struggle in the bottom of the sixth. He loaded the bases and was only able to get one win. RHP Hansel Robles followed and allowed a grand slam to Phillies 3B Makiel Franco. Robles was charged with three runs and came back out for the bottom of the seventh inning. Robles was taking out after getting the first out in the seventh. LHP Jerry Blevins  got the last two outs to end the inning. RHP Fernando Salas pitched a scoreless bottom of the eighth inning. RHP Addison Reed closed it with a scoreless bottom of the ninth inning and picked up his third save on the season.

Game 9: Mets vs. Phillies Starting Lineup and Pitching Matchup

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Michael Conforto-CF
2. Asdrubal Cabrera-SS
3. Yoenis Cespedes-LF
4. Jay Bruce-RF
5. Neil Walker-2B
6. Lucas Duda-1B
7. Jose Reyes-3B
8. Travis d'Arnaud-C
9. Zack Wheeler-RHP

The pitching matchup is Zack Wheeler (0-1, 11.25 ERA) vs. RHP Vince Velasquez (0-1, 9.00 ERA)

Mets vs. Phillies Game 8 Recap

The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 14-4 tonight to win their fourth consecutive game and improve their record to 5-3. The Mets offense exploded for a season high 14 runs and hit seven home runs. They had a total of 20 hits and 14 of them were for extra bases. LF Yoenis Cespedes led the charge going 4 for 6 with three home runs and five RBIs. He is the first Mets player to have had two three home run games in his career. Cespedes had previously hit three homers for the Mets on August 21, 2015 against the Colarado Rockies at Coors Field. 1B Lucas Duda added 2 solo homers to go along with 4 hits.  Duda was a triple shy of the cycle. SS Asdrubal Cabrera went 4 for 6 with 2 RBIs. Cabrera was also a triple short of hitting for the cycle. Catcher Travis d'Arnaud had his best game of the young season going 3 for 4  with 3 RBI's. RF Jay Bruce continued his torrid start with a 2 run single.

RHP Matt Harvey pitched 5 2/3 solid innings allowed 2 runs on 5 hits. Harvey gave up 1 walk and had 5 strikeouts. and recorded his second win of the season. He had to come out of the game early due to tightness in his left hamstring. Harvey said after the game that it was just a cramp and he will be ready to make his next start. RHP Hansel Robles followed with 1 1/3 scoreless innings and 2 strikeouts. LHP Josh Edgin allowed 2 runs in the bottom of the eighth inning. RHP Paul Sewald pitched a scoreless bottom of the ninth inning.

Game 8: Mets vs. Phillies Starting Lineup and Pitching Matchup

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Curtis Granderson-CF
2. Asdrubal Cabrera-SS
3. Yoenis Cespedes-LF
4. Jay Bruce-RF
5. Neil Walker-2B
6. Lucas Duda-1B
7. Jose Reyes-3B
8. Travis d'Arnaud-C
9. Matt Harvey-RHP

The pitching matchup is Matt Harvey (1-0, 2.70 ERA) vs. RHP Clay Buchholz (0-0, 7.20 ERA)

Mets vs. Phillies Game 7 Recap

The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 4-3 tonight to win their second consecutive game and improve their record to 4-3. The Mets offense was led by RF Jay Bruce, who hit 2 homers and had 3 RBI's. Bruce now has 4 homers on the season which leads the majors, 2B Neil Walker drove in the other Met run with a sacrifice fly.

RHP Jacob degrom had a rough start, but battled back and managed pitch six solid innings giving up two runs on six hits. He had three strikeouts and two walks. He wound up with a no-decision. LHP Josh Smoker followed deGrom and got the first two outs in the bottom of the seventh. LHP Jerry Blevins recorded the last out in the bottom of the seventh and the first out in the bottom of the eighth. Blevins picked up his first win of the season. RHP Hansel Robles managed to get the last two outs in the bottom of the eighth. RHP Addison Reed allowed a run in the bottom of the ninth, but was able to hold the lead and get his second save on the season.

Game 7: Mets vs. Phillies Starting Lineup and Pitching Matchup

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Jose Reyes-3B
2. Asdrubal Cabrera-SS
3. Yoenis Cespedes-LF
4. Jay Bruce-RF
5. Curtis Graderson-RF
6. Neil Walker-2B
7. Lucas Duda-1B
8. Travis d'Arnaud-C
9. Jacob deGrom-RHP

The pitching matchup is Jacob deGrom (0-0, 0.00 ERA) vs. RHP Jerad Eickhoff (0-1, 2.70 ERA)

Mets vs. Marlins Game 6 Recap

The New York Mets defeated the Miami Marlins 5-2 tonight to snap their two game losing streak and improve their record to 3-3. RHP Noah Syndergarrd was outstanding once again allowing 2 runs ( 1 earned) on 5 hits and in 7 innings. He has nine strikeouts and no walks. He is the first Mets pitcher to combine for 15 strikeouts and no walks in his first two starts of the season. RHP Fernando Salas followed with a scoreless top of the eighth inning. RHP Addison Reed closed it out with a scoreless top of the ninth inning and picked up his first save on the season.

The Mets offense had a bounce back effort scoring 5 runs on 7 hits. 2B Neil Walker hit an RBI single. RF Jay Bruce hit a solo homer, his second on the season. He also reached on an a fielder's choice which brought home a run. CF Michael Conforto hit a solo homer, his first of the season and also drew a walk with the based loaded.

Game 6: Mets vs. Marlins Starting Lineup and Pitching Matchup

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Jose Reyes-3B
2. Asdrubal Cabrera-SS
3. Yoenis Cespedes-LF
4. Jay Bruce-RF
5. Neil Walker-2B
6. Lucas Duda-1B
7. Michael Conforto-CF
8. Travis d'Arnaud-C
9. Noah Syndergarrd-RHP

The pitching matchup is Noah Syndergarrd (0-0, 0.00 ERA) vs. RHP Edison Volquez (0-0, 0.00 ERA)

Mets vs. Marlins Game 5 Recap

The New York Mets lost to the Miami Marlins 8-1 tonight for their second consecutive loss and drop their record to 2-3. RHP Robert Gsellman made his first start of the 2017 season and allowed 3 runs on 6 hits in 5 innings. He had seven strikeouts. LHP Josh Smoker came in next and pitched a scoreless top of the sixth inning. RHP Hansel Robles allowed one run in the top of the seventh. RHP Paul Sewald made his MLB debut in the top of the eighth inning after being called up from Triple-A Las Vegas last year. Sewald allowed 2 runs on 3 hits and was only able to record one out. RHP Rafael Montero allowed 2 runs on 3 hits and a walk in the top of the eighth inning. LHP Jerry Blevins and RHP Fernando Salas recorded the last 4 outs.

The Mets offense struggled once again with just 3 hits and 13 strikeouts. 1B Lucas Duda drove home the only run of the game with a solo homer.

Game 5: Mets vs. Marlins Starting Lineup and Pitching Matchup

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Curtis Granderson-CF
2. Asdrubal Cabrera-SS
3. Yoenis Cespedes-LF
4. Wilmer Flores-3B
5. Neil Walker-2B
6. Jay Bruce-RF
7. Lucas Duda-1B
8. Travis d'Arnaud-C
9. Robert Gsellman-RHP

The pitching matchup is Robert Gsellman (0-0, 0.00 ERA) vs. LHP Adam Conley (0-0, 0.00 ERA)

Mets Promote RHP Paul Sewald

The New York Mets announced last night that they have called up RHP reliever Paul Sewald from Triple-A Las Vegas. They have sent down utility man Ty Kelly in order to make room for Sewald on the 40-man roster. Sewald went to San Diego St and was drafted by the Mets in the 10th round of the 2012 draft. He has an ERA of 2.19, 1.03 WHIP, 66 saves and a 5.17 strikeout/walk ratio over a total of 258 innings in the minor leagues. Last year for Triple A Las Vegas, Sewald had an ERA of 3.29, a 1.20 WHIP and 80 strikeouts in 65.2 innings. His best pitches are his slider and fastball, which he can throw from 88-92 mph. Sewald is a control pitcher and has walked only 2.1 batters per nine innings in his minor league career. This is a good move by the Mets since they've used a lot of pitchers in the bullpen. Hopefully Sewald can help solidify the 7th and 8th innings and give Manager Terry Collins another option to use late in games.

Mets vs. Marlins Game 4 Recap

The New York Mets lost to the Miami Marlins 7-2 tonight to drop their record to 2-2. RHP Zack Wheeler made his first start since September 25, 2014. Wheeler had missed the last 2 years due to Tommy John surgery. Wheeler allowed five runs in four innings. He gave up 6 hits and 1 walk. He had four strikeouts. Wheeler threw 80 pitches and 54 of them were for strikes. It was an encouraging start for him after not having pitched for two years. He has good life on his fastball and command of his slider. He could build off this start and learn from it. After Wheeler was taken out, LHP Josh Smoker came in and unable to get out of the top of the fifth. He allowed two runs in 1/3 of an inning. He gave up 3 hits and 2 walks. RHP Rafael Montero appeared next and got the last out in the top of the fifth. Montero stayed in and pitched a scoreless top of the sixth and seventh inning. LHP Josh Edgin was the Mets last pitcher of the evening and pitched 2 scoreless innings in the top of the eigth and ninth innings.

The Mets offense had  9 hits, but scored only 2 runs. Curtis Granderson hit an RBI single in the first inning. LF Yoenis Cespedes hit his first homer of the season in the bottom of the eighth inning.

Game 4: Mets vs. Marlins Starting Lineup and Pitching Matchup

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Jose Reyes-3B
2. Asdrubal Cabrera-SS
3. Yoenis Cespedes-LF
4. Wilmer Flores-1B
5. Curtis Granderson-CF
6. Neil Walker-2B
7. Jay Bruce-RF
8. Rene Rivera-C
9. Zack Wheeler-RHP

The pitching matchup is Zack Wheeler (0-0, 0.00 ERA) vs. LHP Wei-Yin Chen (0-0, 0.00 ERA)

Mets vs. Braves Game 3 Recap

The New York Mets defeated the Atlanta Braves 6-2 to take 2 out of 3 games in their opening series and improving their record to 2-1. RHP Matt Harvey made his first start since having surgery this past summer for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. He allowed 2 runs in 6 2/3 innings. He gave up 3 hits and 4 strikeouts. Harvey threw 77 pitches and 55 of them were for strikes. He was topping at around 94-96 mph for most of the game and managed to keep pitch count down. Harvey was also mixing in a sharp slider with his fastball and curve ball. After Harvey was taken out, LHP Jerry Blevins came in and got the last out in the top of the seventh inning. RHP Fernando Sales pitched a scoreless top of the eighth inning. RHP Addison Reed pitched a scoreless top of the ninth inning.

The Mets offense struggled for the first four inning, and was unable to score. In the bottom of the fifth, the offense was finally able to break through on a 2 run double by C Travis d'Arnaud. 1B Wilmer Flores hit a 2 run homer in the bottom of the sixth inning. In the bottom of the seventh inning, the Mets scored 2 runs to break the game open and give them a 4 run.  SS Asdrubal Cabrera hit a RBI single. CF Yoenis Cespedes scored on an error by Braves SS Dwansby Swanson.

The Mets next game is tomorrow night at home against the Florida Marlins.

Game 3: Mets vs. Braves Starting Lineup and Pitching Matchup

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Jose Reyes-3B
2. Asdrubal Cabrera-SS
3. Yoenis Cespedes-LF
4. Wilmer Flores-1B
5. Curtis Granderson-CF
6. Neil Walker-2B
7. Jay Bruce-RF
8. Travis d'Arnaud-C
9. Matt Harvey-RHP

The pitching matchup is Matt Harvey (0-0, 0.00 ERA) vs. LHP Jaime Garcia (0-0, 0.00 ERA)

Mets vs. Braves Game 2 Recap

The New York Mets lost to the Atlanta Braves 3-1 tonight in 12 innings to drop their record to 1-1. RHP Jacob deGrom made his first start of the season and pitched 6 scoreless innings. He gave up 2 hits and 1 walk. He had 6 strikeouts. He picked up a no-decision. RHP Hansel Robles came in next and gave up one run and was able to get one out in the top of the seventh. LHP Jerry Blevins followed and recorded the last two outs in the top of the seventh inning. RHP Fernando Sales pitched a scoreless top of the eighth inning. RHP Addison Reed had a scoreless top of the ninth inning. LHP Josh Edgin was the Mets sixth pitcher of the game and picked up a scoreless top of the tenth inning. RHP Rafael Montero came in the top of the eleventh inning and pitched a scoreless frame, but gave up 2 runs in the top of the twelfth inning. LHP Josh Edgin was the Mets final pitcher of the game and got the last out in the top of the twelfth.

The Mets offense struggled all night and managed just 5 hits. The only run they were able to score was a solo homer by RF Jay Bruce in the bottom of the fifth.

Game 2: Mets vs. Braves Starting Lineup and Pitching Matchup

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Jose Reyes-3B
2. Asdrubal Cabrera-SS
3. Yoenis Cespedes-LF
4. Curtis Granderson-CF
5. Neil Walker-2B
6. Jay Bruce-RF
7. Lucas Duda-1B
8. Travis d'Arnaud-C
9. Jacob deGrom-RHP

The pitching matchup is Jacob deGrom (0-0, 0.00 ERA) vs. RHP Bartolo Colon (0-0,0.00 ERA)

Seth Lugo Has A UCL Tear in elbow

Earlier today, it was announced that New York Mets RHP Seth Lugo has a slight tear on the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) on his right elbow. Lugo will not need to have surgery, but he has gotten a PRP injection in his elbow and has been advised to rest his arm. While pitching in the World Baseball Classic in March for Puerto Rico, Lugo felt arm fatigue after one of his starts. He threw a total of 26.1 innings between Spring Training and the World Baseball Classic. This is unfortunate but fortunately the Mets have other starters to fill in during Lugo's absence, such as RHP Rafael Montero.

Mets vs. Braves Game 1 Recap

The New York Mets defeated the Atlanta Braves 6-0 this afternoon in the opening game of the season. This the Mets first shutout win on Opening Day since 2012. RHP Noah Syndergarrd had a terrific outing and pitched 6 scoreless innings. He allowed only 5 hits and gave up 0 walks. He had 7 strikeouts. Syndergarrd had to come out after 6 innings due to a blister on his middle finger. RHP Hansel Robles followed with a scoreless top of the seventh innings. RHP Fernando Sales came in next and pitched a scoreless top of the eighth inning with two strikeouts. RHP Robert Gsellman closed it out with a scoreless top of the ninth inning.

The Mets offense was scoreless for the first six innings, but then exploded for six runs in the bottom of the seventh. SS Asdrubal Cabrera drove in the first of the game with an RBI single. CF Curtis Granderson added a sacrifice fly. RF Jay Bruce drew a bases loaded walk. 1B Lucas Duda broke the game open with a based clearing 3 run double that gave the Mets a 6-0 lead.

Game 1: Mets vs. Braves Starting Lineup and Pitching Matchup

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Jose Reyes-SS
2. Asdrubal Cabrera-SS
3. Yoenis Cespedes-LF
4. Curtis Granderson-CF
5. Neil Walker-2B
6. Jay Bruce-RF
7. Lucas Duda-1B
8. Rene Rivera-CF
9. Noah Syndergarrd-RHP

The pitching matchup is Noah Syndergarrd (0-0, 0.00 ERA) vs. RHP Julio Tehran ( 0-0,0.00 ERA)