Game 57: Mets vs. Diamondbacks Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-Up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Amed Rosario-SS
2. Dominic Smith-LF
3. Pete Alonso-1B
4. Michael Conforto-RF
5. Wilson Ramos-C
6. Todd Frazier-3B
7. Adeiny Hechavarria-2B
8. Juan Lagares-CF
9. Zack Wheeler-RHP

The pitching match-up is Zack Wheeler (4-3, 4.63 ERA) vs. RHP Jon Duplantier (1-0, 2.25 ERA)

Mets vs. Dodgers Game 56 Recap

Mets SS Amed Rosario (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

The New York Mets lost to the Los Angeles Dodgers 2-0 last night and dropped their record to 27-29. LHP Jason Vargas gave up an RBI double to 3B Max Muncy in the bottom of the first inning, but settled down after that. After that, Vargas settled into a nice groove and had his best outing of the season. His final line was 7 innings, 6 hits, ER, 3 BB and 6 strikeouts. He kept the Dodgers off balanced with his change-up and 85 mph fastball and they struggled with his change of speeds. LHP Hector Santiago came in next and gave up a RBI single to 1B David Freese.

The offense was shut down against Dodgers LHP Hyun-Ju Ryu. They had several scoring opportunities, but weren't able to capitalize.  They had only four hits.

Game 56: Mets vs. Dodgers Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-Up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Amed Rosario-SS
2. J.D. Davis-LF
3. Michael Conforto-RF
4. Pete Alonso-1B
5. Todd Frazier-3B
6. Carlos Gomez-CF
7. Adeiny Hechavarria-2B
8. Tomas Nido-C
9. Jason Vargas-LHP

The pitching match-up is Jason Vargas (1-2, 5.22 ERA) vs. LHP Hyun-Jin Ryu (7-1, 1.65 ERA)

Mets vs. Dodgers Game 55 Recap

RHP Noah Synergarrd (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

The New York Mets had a heartbreaking 9-8 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers last night and dropped their record to 27-28. RHP Noah Syndergarrd didn't have his best stuff and allowed three runs on seven hits with two walks and five strikeouts in six innings. RHP Robert Gsellman came in next in the bottom of the seventh and gave up an RBI single to 3B Justin Turner.  RHP Jeurys Familia gave up a solo homer to SS Cory Seager in the bottom of the eighth. RHP Edwin Diaz came on in the bottom of the ninth inning for the save and had his worst outing of the season. Diaz gave up back-to-back homers to LF Joc Peterson and 2B Max Muncy and then a double to Turner and an RBI single to RF Cody Bellinger. He gave up an intentional walk to Seager and a single to 1B Max Beaty and then finally a game-winning walk off sac fly to Alex Verdugo.

The offense got on the board early in the top of the first inning after LF Dom Smith singled and 1B Pete Alonso hit a two-run homer. In the top of the second inning, 3B Todd Frazier singled and two batters SS Adeiny Hechavarria hit a RBI double. In the top of the fifth, Smith singled again and Alonso hit a two-run homer, his 19th of the year. In the top of the sixth, Frazier lead off with a double and Heccavaria drove him in with an RBI single. In the top of the seventh inning, Smith and SS Amed Rosario hit back-to-back solo homers.

The Mets next game is tonight at the Dodgers at 10:10 p.m.

Game 55: Mets vs. Dodgers Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-Up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Amed Rosario-SS
2. Dominic Smith-LF
3. Pete Alonso-1B
4. Michael Conforto-RF
5. Wilson Ramos-C
6. Todd Frazier-3B
7. Carlos Gomez-CF
8. Adeiny Hechavarria-SS
9. Noah Syndergarrd-RHP

The pitching match-up is Noah Syndergarrd (3-4, 4.93 ERA) vs. RHP Walker Buehler (5-1, 3.58 ERA)

Mets vs. Dodgers Game 54 Recap

New York Mets CF Juan Lagares and RF Michael Conforto (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

The New York Mets defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 7-3 last night and improved their record back to .500 at 27-27. RF Michael Conforto came through in the top of the seventh inning after he broke the game open with a grand slam against Dodgers LHP Scott Alexander. Conforto also drove in a run in the top of the first inning after he grounded into a fielder's choice which brought home a run. 3B Todd Frazier hit a solo homer to tie the game at 2-2 in the top of the third. SS Amed Rosario hit a RBI triple in the top of the eighth.

LHP Steven Matz gave up two runs on four hits in six innings. Matz's only runs came on a two-run homer to RF Cody Bellinger in the bottom of the third inning. He gave up three walks and had six strikeouts. Matz picked up his fourth win. RHP Robert Gsellman followed and gave up a RBI single to pinch-hitter Max Beaty, but didn't give up any more runs. RHP Jeurys Familia came in next and threw a scoreless bottom of the eighth inning. RHP Edwin Diaz pitched a scoreless bottom of the ninth inning.

The Mets next game is tonight against the Dodgers at 10:10 p,m.

Game 54: Mets vs. Dodgers Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-Up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Amed Rosario-SS
2. J.D. Davis-LF
3. Michael Conforto-RF
4. Pete Alonso-1B
5. Wilson Ramos-C
6. Todd Frazier-3B
7. Carlos Gomez-CF
8. Adeiny Hechavarria-SS
9. Steven Matz-LHP

The pitching match-up is Steven Matz (3-3, 3.63 ERA) vs. LHP Rich Hill (1-1, 2.67 ERA)

Mets vs. Dodgers Game 53 Recap

Mets RHP Jacob deGrom (Credits to Nypost.com)

The New York Mets lost to the Los Angeles Dodgers 9-5 last night and dropped their record to 26-27. RHP Jacob deGrom didn't have his best stuff and gave up two runs on seven hits with one walk and two strikeouts in five innings. deGrom had a high pitch count and wasn't nearly as sharp with his location as he was last year. He had trouble putting hitters away, which lead to deep counts and an elevated pitch count. It's been a frustrating year for him and he needs to get back to painting the corners. RHP Tyler Bashlor came in next in the bottom of the sixth inning and gave up a game-tying solo homer to 2B Chris Tyler. Bashlor then gave up back-to-back hits to catcher Russel Martin and pinch-hitter David Freese. He was then taken out and then LHP Daniel Zamora gave up a three-run homer to 2B Enrique Hernandez. It only got worse for Zamora after he gave up a single to 1B Max Muncy and a double to 3B Justin Turner. He walked RF Cody Bellinger to load the bases and then allowed a sac fly to SS to Cory Seager. Zamora gave up another sac fly to CF Alex Verdugo and then got out of the inning. RHP Wilmer Font followed and threw a scoreless bottom of the seventh inning. RHP Drew Gagnon came in next in the bottom of the eighth and gave up singles to Verdugo and Bellinger and then an RBI single to Chris Taylor.

SS Amed Rosario lead off with a double and scored on an RBI single by 1B Pete Alonso. 3B Todd Frazier also singled later in the inning, but RF Michael Conforto was thrown out by Cody Bellinger. In the top of the third inning, LF J.D. Davis hit a two-run homer. In the top of the eighth inning, 2B Adeiny Hechavarria hit a two-run homer, and then the offense rallied to load the bases. 3B J.D. Davis flew out to Cody Bellinger, but Bellinger threw RF Carlos Gomez out at third base before the runner crossed home plate, so the run didn't count and that ended any chance of a comeback.

The Mets next game is tomorrow night at the Dodgers at 10:10 p.m

Game 53: Mets vs. Dodgers Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-Up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Amed Rosario-SS
2. J.D. Davis-LF
3. Michael Conforto-RF
4. Pete Alonso-1B
5. Todd Frazier-3B
6. Adeiny Hechavarria-SS
7. Juan Lagares-CF
8. Tomas Nido-C
9. Jacob deGrom-RHP

The pitching match-up is Jacob deGrom (3-5, 3.72 ERA) vs. LHP Clayton Kershaw (4-0, 3.33 ERA)

Mets vs. Tigers Game 52 Recap

RHP Zack Wheeler (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

The New York Mets defeated the Detriot Tigers 4-3 this afternoon to take two out of three games in the series and improved their record back to .500 at 26-26. RHP Zack Wheeler gave up a solo homer to 3B Nick Castellanos in the top of the first inning. Wheeler had a scoreless top of the second inning, but gave up a two-run single to Castellanos in the top of the third inning. He settled down after that and retired the next thirteenth batters. Wheeler pitched into the eighth inning for the first time this year and gave up a single to CF Jacoby Jones, but then struck out pinch hitter Miguel Cabrera. He walked CF Nick Goodrum and was then taken out. His final line was three runs on five hits with eight strikeouts and one walk in 7.1 innings. Wheeler picked up his fourth win and lowered his ERA to 4.63.  RHP Jeurys Familia came in next and had his best outing of the year striking out 3B Dawel Lugo and Castellanos to end the inning. Familia had a sharp sinker at 96 mph and looked like he did in 2015. RHP Edwin Diaz came on in the top of the ninth inning and gave up a leadoff walk and later a single to 1B Brandon Dixon. Diaz allowed Dixon to steal second base, but was able to close it out and picked up his 13th save out of 14 opportunities.

The offense was held scoreless until the bottom of the fourth inning after 1B Dominic Smith led off with a double and advanced to third on a single by catcher Wilson Ramos. 3B Todd Frazier pushed a bunt into right field against the shift which brought home Smith. LF Carlos Gomez struck out, by 2B Adeiny Hechavarria hit a three-run homer.  After that the bats went quiet and weren't able to score any more runs.

The Mets next game is tomorrow night in L.A. at the Dodgers at 8:10 p.m.

Game 52: Mets vs. Tigers Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-Up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Amed Rosario-SS
2. Dominic Smith-1B
3. Michael Conforto-RF
4. Wilson Ramos-C
5. Todd Frazier-3B
6. Carlos Gomez-RF
7. Adeiny Hechavarria-SS
8. Juan Lagares-CF
9. Zack Wheeler-RHP

The pitching match-up is Zack Wheeler (3-3, 4.74 ERA) vs. RHP Spencer Turnball (2-3, 2.68 ERA)

Mets vs. Tigers Game 51 Recap

Mets Catcher Wilson Ramos (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

The New York Mets beat the Detroit Tigers 5-4 this afternoon in 13 innings and improved their record to 25-26.  Catcher Wilson Ramos drove in the first run of the game with a solo homer in the bottom of the second. Ramos drove in his second run of the game with a RBI single in the bottom of the fourth inning. In the bottom of the sixth inning, SS Amed Rosario singled and Ramos capped off his hot day at the plate with a two-run homer and his third homer in the last two games. After that, the bats went quiet and wasted several opportunities until the bottom of 13th after catcher Tomas Nido who came into the game after a double-switch hit a walk-off homer.

LHP Jason Vargas made his first start after he returned from being on the disabled list for 20 days. Vargas gave up singles to SS Niko Goodrum and 3B Dawel Lugo and gave up a sac fly to 3B Nick Castellanos, but got 1B Miguel Cabrera to ground into a double play to end the inning.  He worked out four baserunners between the second and fourth innings and didn't allow any runs. His final line was one run on five hits with three strikeouts and three walks in five innings and lowered his ERA to 5.22. In his last five starts, Vargas has pitched better with a 2.74 ERA.  RHP Tyler Bashlor came in next and gave up a two-run homer to pinch-hitter Brandon Dixon. RHP Robert Gsellman followed and threw a scoreless top of the seventh inning and got the first two outs in the top of the eighth inning. RHP Edwin Diaz came on for the four out save, but he blew his first save of the year after he gave up a RBI single to CF Jacoby Jones. Diaz was able to settle down and keep the game tied. RHP Wilmer Font came in next and threw two scoreless innings in the top of the ninth and tenth. LHP Daniel Zamora threw a scoreless top of the eleventh inning. LHP Hector Santiago threw two scoreless innings in the top of the 12th and 13th innings and picked up his first win.

The Mets next game is tomorrow afternoon against the Tigers at 1:10 p.m.

Game 51: Mets vs. Tigers Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-Up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Amed Rosario-SS
2. J.D. Davis-LF
3. Pete Alonso-1B
4. Wilson Ramos-C
5. Carlos Gomez-CF
6. Todd Frazier-3B
7. Aaron Altheer-RF
8. Adeiny Hechavarria-2B
9. Jason Vargas-LHP

The pitching match-up is Jason Vargas (1-2, 5.92 ERA) vs. LHP Ryan Carpenter (0-2, 13.00 ERA)

Mets vs. Tigers Game 50 Recap

Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

The New York Mets lost to the Detroit Tigers 9-8 tonight and dropped their record to 24-26. RHP Noah Syndergarrd had a difficult outing allowing six runs on ten hits with nine strikeouts and one walk in 5.1 innings.  He was hurt by the long ball with two homers. It's been an inconsistent year for Syndergarrd after he started out well in four starts in May with a 2.40 ERA. He has to pitch better along with Jacob deGrom and Zack Wheeler in order for the team to become a contender. RHP Tyler Bashlor came in next and gave up game tying run on a sacrifice fly by LF Christin Stewart, but was able to limit the damage after that and lowered his ERA to 0.93. RHP Drew Gagnon has his worst outing the year in the top of the seventh after he walked 1B Miguel Cabrera, gave up a double to catcher John Hicks and a two-run double to CF JaCoby Jones and then a RBI single to pinch-hitter Brandon Dixon. RHP Jeurys Familia followed and threw a scoreless top of the eighth inning. LHP Hector Santiago threw a scoreless top of the ninth inning.

The offense was held scoreless for the first two innings until SS Amed Rosario hit a solo homer in the bottom of the third inning. 1B Pete Alonso doubled in the bottom of the fourth inning and catcher Wilson Ramos hit an RBI single. RF Rajaj Davis singled later in the inning and 2B Adeiny Hechavarria hit a three-run homer. Alonso hit a solo homer his 17th in the bottom of the fifth inning. In the bottom of the sixth inning, pinch-hitter Aaron Altheer hit a solo homer in his first Met at-bat.  Catcher Wilson Ramos hit a solo homer in the bottom of the eighth inning.

The Mets next game is tomorrow afternoon against the Tigers at 4:10 p.m.

Mets Add Aaron Altheer to Roster

Mets Outfielder Aaron Altheer (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

The New York Mets announced today that they have added outfielder Aaron Altheer to active roster and optioned LHP Ryan O'Rourke to Triple-A Syracuse.The Mets claimed Altheer off waivers from the Giants on Thursday and designated Tim Peterson to make room for Altheer on the 40-man roster. Altheer has had a difficult year hitting 1-30 combined for the Phillies and Giants. The Giants claimed off him off waivers from Phillies. He hit 19 homers and 24 doubles for the Phillies in 2017. Altheer can play all three outfield positions and is out of options.

Game 50: Mets vs. Tigers Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-Up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Amed Rosario-SS
2. J.D. Davis-LF
3. Todd Frazier-3B
4. Pete Alonso-1B
5. Wilson Ramos-C
6. Carlos Gomez-CF
7. Raja Davis-RF
8. Adeiny Hechavarria-2B
9. Noah Syndergarrd-RHP

The pitching match-up is Noah Syndergarrd (3-4, 4.50 ERA) vs. LHP Greogory Soto (0-2, 10.80 ERA)

Mets vs. Nationals Game 49 Recap

Mets RF Carlos Gomez (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

 The New York Mets defeated the Washington Nationals 6-4 this afternoon to complete the four game sweep at Citi Field and improved their record to 24-25. It was the first time that the Mets have swept the Nationals/Expos at home since 1972. LHP Steven Matz worked around a lot of traffic in every inning and battled through it. He threw five scoreless innings, but ran trouble in the top of the sixth after LF Juan Soto doubled to lead off the inning. 2B Brian Dozer bunted Soto over to third base, but 2B Adieny Hecchavaria threw the ball away which allowed Soto to score. Matz was able to threw Dozier out at third and after allowing a single to RF Victor Robles struck out catcher Yan Gomes and RF Stephen Strasburg to end the inning. His final line was 6 innings, 10 hits, ER, 2 walks and 7 strikeouts. RHP Jeurys Familia came in next and threw a scoreless top of the seventh inning. RHP Robert Gsellman followed in the top of the eighth inning and started out well striking out 2B Howie Kendrick but then walked Soto and gave up a single to Robles and RBI double to Gomes. Gsellman then gave up a two-run single to pinch-hitter Garardo Parra. RHP Edwin Diaz closed it out with a 1-2-3 top of the ninth inning and a couple of strikeouts to pick up his 12th save.

The offense was shut down for the first four inning against Nationals starter RHP Stephen Strasburg, but broke through in the bottom of the fifth. RF Carlos Gomez singled and then stole second and advanced to third base on a throwing error by Gomes. Gomez scored on a sacrifice fly by CF Juan Lagares. In the bottom of the sixth inning, LF J.D. Davis singled and 3B Todd Frazier was hit by a pitch. Both advanced on a wild pitch and 1B Pete Alonso drove in Davis with a sacrifice fly. Catcher Wilson Ramos followed with a RBI single. In the bottom of the eighth inning, pinch-hitter Dom Smith singled to lead off the inning, but Frazier and Alonso struck out. Ramos walked and then Gomez came through with a three-run homer.

The Mets next game is tomorrow night at home against the Detroit Tigers at 7:10 p.m.

Game 49: Mets vs. Nationals Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-Up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Amed Rosario-SS
2. J.D. Davis-LF
3. Todd Frazier-3B
4. Pete Alonso-1B
5. Wilson Ramos-C
6. Carlos Gomez-RF
7. Adeiny Hechavarria-2B
8. Juan Lagares-CF
9. Steven Matz-LHP

The pitching match-up is Steven Matz (3-3, 3.96 ERA) vs. RHP Stephen Strasburg (4-3, 3.32 ERA)

Mets Place Jeff McNeil and Robinson Cano on IL

Mets infielder Jeff McNeil (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

The New York Mets announced today that 2B Robinson Cano and infielder Jeff McNeil have been placed on the 10-day injured list. Infielder Luis Guillorme and LHP Ryan O'Rourke have been recalled from Triple-A Syracuse to take Cano and McNeil's places on 25-man roster. Cano left Wednesday's game with a quad injury. He is hitting .241 with three homers in 45 games this year. McNeil has tightness in his hamstring. He has had an awesome year hitting .333. McNeil expects to off the IL when he's eligible and says the injury is minor. Guillorme hit .277 in Triple-A this year and a .377 OPS in 19 big league at-bats. O'Rourke made his debut earlier this year and had 1.1 scoreless innings and three walks. He has a 3.10 ERA in 20 games for Syracuse.

Mets vs. Nationals Game 48 Recap

Mets outfielder Raja Davis (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

The New York Mets defeated the Washington Nationals 6-1 tonight for their third consecutive win and improved their record to 23-25. The offense was shutdown by Nationals starter RHP Max Scherizer for the first seven innings, but finally broke through in the bottom of the eighth. 2B Adeiny Hechavarria doubled with one out, 3B Todd Frazier walked with two outs and RF Carlos Gomes was hit by a pitch to load the bases. CF Juan Lagares then stepped up to the plate and came through with a bases clearing double. Catcher Wilson Ramos followed with an intentional walk. 38 year old pinch hitter Raja Davis made his first appearance after joining the team today and made a huge first impression with a three-run homer to break the game open. Davis became the oldest and 11th player in Mets player to hit a homer in his first at-bat.

RHP Jacob deGrom gave up a solo homer to RF Adam Eaton two batters into the game in the top of the first inning. deGrom settled down after that early homer and one point retired 11 Nationals in a row before 1B Matt Adams singled in the top of the fifth. His final line was one run on two hits with eight strikeouts and three walks in six innings. He wound up with a no-decision. RHP Robert Gsellman came in next and threw a 1-2-3 top of the seventh inning. RHP Drew Gagnon followed with a 1-2-3 top of the eighth inning and picked up his third win. RHP Tyler Bashlor closed it out with a scoreless top of the ninth inning.

Injury News
2B Robinson Cano left the game with quad tightness after pulling up on a grounder in the bottom of the third inning.

The Mets next game is tomorrow afternoon against the Nationals at 12:10 p.m.

Brandon Nimmo Placed on IL

Mets Outfielder Brandon Nimmo (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

The New York Mets announced today that outfielder Brandon Nimmo has been placed on the 10-day IL due to a stiff neck. RHP Paul Sewald has been DFA'd and outfielder Rajaj Davis has been called up from Triple-A  Syracuse as corresponding roster moves. Sewald had a 3.86 ERA in 7 innings this year. Davis has been with Syracuse since the beginning of the year and has been called up due to the injuries with Jeff McNeil, Michael Conforto and Nimmo. Davis hit .277 in Triple-A this year.

Game 48: Mets vs. Nationals Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-Up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Amed Rosario-SS
2. J.D. Davis-LF
3. Robinson Cano-2B
4. Pete Alonso-1B
5. Todd Frazier-3B
6. Carlos Gomez-RF
7. Juan Lagares-CF
8. Tomas Nido-C
9. Jacob deGrom-RHP

The pitching match-up is Jacob deGrom (3-5, 3.98 ERA) vs. RHP Max Scherzer (2-5, 3.72 ERA)

Mets vs. Nationals Game 47 Recap

RHP Zack Wheeler (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

The New York Mets beat the Washington Nationals 6-5 tonight for their second consecutive win and improved their record to 22-25. RHP Zack Wheeler had a scoreless top of the first inning, but gave up a solo homer to LF Juan Soto in the top of the second inning. Wheeler settled down after that into a nice groove and cruised through the first six innings at 99 pitches. He was given an opportunity to back out for the top of the seventh due to the shortened pen, and almost got out of the inning, but gave up a two-run homer to 2B Brian Dozier with two outs who was previously 0-37. His final line was thee runs on four hits with two walks and six strikeouts in seven innings. RHP Jeurys Familia came on in the top of the eighth inning and gave up an RBI double to SS Trea Turner and was taken out with one out in the inning. LHP Daniel Zamora appeared next and gave up an RBI double to RF Juan Soto. Zamora struck out 1B Gerardo Parra and then RHP Tyler Bashlor was called upon to finish out the inning. RHP Edwin Diaz had a quick top of the ninth inning with two strikeouts and picked up his first win of the season.

The offense was held scoreless for the first four innings, but broke through in the top of the fifth inning. Catcher Wilson Ramos walked and CF Juan Lagares was hit by a pitch. Wheeler had a poor sacrifice bunt and Ramos was thrown out at third base. LF Jeff McNeil drove in Lagares with an RBI single. In the bottom of the seventh, Ramos singled and Dom Smith walked as a pinch hitter. J.D. Davis also pinch-hit and delivered with a three-run homer. In the bottom of the eighth, first baseman Pete Alonso tied the game with a towering blast that just hooked inside the foul pole in left field. This was his 16th homer which breaks a team-record for most homers by a rookie before the All-Star break. In the bottom of the ninth, pinch hitter Adeiny Hechavarria and J.D. Davis walked. McNeil reached on a fielder's choice, but SS Amed Rosario hit a chopper to Nationals shortstop Trea Turner that he beat out for a walk-off win.

The Mets next game is tomorrow night against the Nationals at 7:10 p.m.

Game 47: Mets vs. Nationals Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-Up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Brandon Nimmo-CF
2. Jeff McNeil-LF
3. Robinson Cano-2B
4. Pete Alonso-1B
5. Todd Frazier-3B
6. Wilson Ramos-C
7. Amed Rosario-SS
8. Carlos Gomez-RF
9. Zack Wheeler-RHP

The pitching match-up is Zack Wheeler (3-3, 4.85 ERA) vs. RHP Erick Fedde (0-0, 3.38 ERA)

Mets vs. Nationals Game 46 Recap

Mets RF Carlos Gomez (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

The New York Mets defeated the Washington Nationals 5-3 tonight to snap their five game losing streak and improved their record to 21-25. The offense got on the board early in the bottom of the first inning after SS Amed Rosario hit a solo homer out of the second spot. Two batters later, 1B Pete Alonso also hit a solo homer for his 15th homer which a franchise rookie record for most homers by a rookie before the All-Star break. In the bottom of the third inning, Rosario lead off with a walk and then three batters later, catcher Wilson Ramos singled and then 3B Todd Frazier drove in Rosario with a RBI single. RF Carlos Gomez followed with an RBI double. In the bottom of the eighth, Gomez walked with one out and moved to second on a failed pick-up attempt by Nationals reliever RHP Joe Ross. 1B Dom Smith came up later in the inning against new reliever RHP Tony Sipp and drove in a much needed insurance run with an RBI single.

RHP Wilmer Font made his third start and had a difficult top of the first inning throwing 30 pitches. Font settled down after that with quick second and third innings and faced six batters. In the top of the fourth, he ran into trouble after he gave up a lead-off homer to 2B Anthony Rendon and after getting two outs, he walked 1B Gerardo Parra and RF Victor Robles. Font gave up an RBI single to catcher Yan Gomes and struck out Nationals starter LHP Patrick Corbin to end the inning and was then taken out. His final line was two runs on three hits with four strikeouts and three walks in four innings. RHP Drew Gagnon came in next and had another impressive performance with two scoreless innings in the top of the fifth and sixth innings. Gagnon picked up his second win. RHP Jeurys Familia followed with a scoreless top of the seventh inning. He stayed in for the top of the eighth and was taken out after giving up a one out double to Rendon. LHP Daniel Zamora came in and gave up an RBI single to LF Juan Soto. RHP Robert Gsellman had to come it and retired 2B Howie Kendrick and Parra to end the inning. RHP Edwin Diaz came on in the top of the ninth inning and had a difficult beginning and hit Robles and gave up a single to catcher Yan Gomes. Diaz settled down and got catcher Kurt Suzuki to fly out to LF Brandon Nimmo and SS Trea Turner to ground out to first.  He closed it out after RF Adam Eaton flew out to Nimmo and he picked up his 11th save.

The Mets next game is tomorrow night against the Nationals at 7:10 p.m.

Game 46: Mets vs. Nationals Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-Up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Jeff McNeil-2B
2. Amed Rosario-SS
3. J.D. Davis-LF
4. Pete Alonso-1B
5. Wilson Ramos-C
6. Todd Frazier-3B
7. Carlos Gomez-RF
8. Juan Lagares-CF
9. Wilmer Font-RHP

The pitching match-up is Wilmer Font (1-1, 7.08 ERA) vs. LHP Patrick Corbin (4-1, 2.91 ERA)

Seth Lugo Placed on 10-Day IL

RHP Seth Lugo (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

New York Mets RHP Seth Lugo has been placed on the 10-day IL with right shoulder tendinitis. Lugo has done well this year after a slow start with 13.1 scoreless innings and 16 strikeouts. Infielder Jed Lowrie has been placed on the 60-day injured list and LHP Hector Santiago has been called up from Triple-A Syracuse. Santiago is 3-1 with a 3.35 ERA in 8 appearances.

Mets vs. Marlins Game 45 Recap

Marlins RHP Sandy Alcantara (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

The New York Mets lost to the Miami Marlins 3-0 today for their fifth consecutive loss to get swept in the three game series and dropped their record to 20-25. RHP Noah Syndergarrd dominated through the first five innings with five perfect innings, but ran into trouble in the bottom of the sixth after CF Rosell Herrera doubled to lead off the inning. Marlins starter RHP Sandy Alcantara moved Herrera to third base after a successful sacrifice bunt and LF Curtis Granderson grounded into a double play to bring in a run. In the bottom of the seventh, 1B Neil Walker doubled leading off the inning and advanced to third base on a ground-out. SS Miguel Rojas drove in Walker on a sacrifice fly. Syndergarrd was taken out after the inning. His final line was two runs on five hits with one walk and three strikeouts. RHP Seth Lugo came in next in the bottom of the eighth and gave up a solo homer to LF Curtis Granderson.

The offense was shutdown against Marlins starter RHP Sandy Alcantara who came into this game with a 5.11 ERA. Alcantara threw his first complete-game shutout. He was efficient due to him throwing only 89 pitches. He allowed two hits and one walk with eight strikeouts. 3B J.D. Davis had the only two hits. This is the first time since 1967 that the Mets were held to two hits or less in two consecutive games. The only other time this occurred was in 1965.

The Mets next game is tomorrow night back at home at Citi Field against the Washington Nationals at 7:10 p.m.

Game 45: Mets vs. Marlins Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-Up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Jeff McNeil-LF
2. J.D. Davis-3B
3. Robinson Cano-2B
4. Pete Alonso-1B
5. Brandon Nimmo-RF
6. Adeiny Hechavarria-SS
7. Juan Lagares-CF
8. Tomas Nido-C
9. Noah Syndergarrd-RHP

The pitching match-up is Noah Syndergarrd (3-3, 4.74 ERA) vs. RHP Sandy Alcantara (1-4, 5.11 ERA)

Mets vs. Marlins Game 44 Recap

LHP Steven Matz (Credits to Newsday.com)

The New York Mets lost to the Miami Marlins 2-0 this afternoon for their fourth consecutive loss and dropped their record to 20-24. LHP Steven Matz made his first start since May 9th after he spent 10 days on the disabled list due to forearm nerve irritation. Matz gave up a lead-off homer to centerfielder Jon Berdi in the bottom of the first inning, but settled down after that in the inning and threw a scoreless bottom of the second inning. He ran into more trouble in the bottom of the third after he walked Berdi with one out and later gave up an RBI single to 3B Brian Anderson. In the bottom of the fourth inning, Matz gave up another lead-off hit on a single to struck out 1B Martin Prado and LF Harold Ramirez, but walked catcher Jorge Alfaro and gave up a single to Marlins starting pitcher RHP Pablo Lopez to load the bases. He was taken out after that with 81 pitches due to a limited workload after coming off an injury. His final line was two runs on five hits with six strikeouts and two walks in 3.2 innings. RHP Tyler Bashlor came in and struck out Berdi with the based loaded and stayed in for the bottom of the fifth and threw a scoreless inning to bring his ERA down to 1.17 over 7.2 innings pitched. RHP Robert Gsellman came in next and threw two scoreless innings in the bottom of the sixth and seventh innings which lowered his ERA to 2.63. RHP Jeurys Familia had a scoreless bottom of the eighth inning.

LF Jeff McNeil jumped on the first pitch of the game with a double, but that was the only hit the offense was able to muster all day. 3B Todd Frazier and McNeil drew walks, but other than that, no other hitters reached base. This has been a recurring theme all year with the offense and it's frustrating to see fine pitching performances get wasted with nothing to show for it.

The Mets next game is tomorrow afternoon against the Marlins at 1:10 p.m.

Game 44: Mets vs. Marlins Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-Up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Jeff McNeil-LF
2. Amed Rosario-SS
3. Robinson Cano-2B
4. Pete Alonso-1B
5. Wilson Ramos-C
6. Brandon Nimmo-LF
7. Todd Frazier-3B
8. Juan Lagares-CF
9. Steven Matz-LHP

The pitching match-up is Steven Matz (3-2, 3.86 ERA) vs. RHP Pablo Lopez (2-5, 5.93 ERA)

Mets vs. Marlins Game 43 Recap

RHP Jacob deGrom (Credits to NorthJersey.com)

The New York Mets lost to the Miami Marlins 8-6 tonight and dropped their record to 20-23. RHP Jacob deGrom had a rough outing tonight due to lack of command with his secondary pitches. His final line was 7 runs (6 earned), and nine hits in five innings. deGrom's ERA went up to 3.98. RHP Paul Sewald came in next and gave up a run in two innings. RHP Jeurys Familia threw a scoreless bottom of the eighth inning.

1B Pete Alonso got the offense on the board early with a solo homer in the top of the first inning. After that the bats went quiet until the top of the seventh after pinch-hitter J.D. Davis hit a two-run homer. Alonso hit a solo homer leading off the top of the eighth for his second homer of the night and 14th on the year. Three batters later, CF Juan Lagares came up with the based loaded and hit an RBI single. LF Brandon Nimmo hit a sac fly later in the inning. In the top of the ninth, catcher Wilson Ramos doubled against Marlins closer Sergio Romo with two out, but pinch-hitter Adieny Hechavarria struck out to end the game.

The Mets next game is tomorrow afternoon at the Marlins at 4:10 p.m.

Mets Designate for Assignment Keon Broxton

Mets Outfielder Keon Broxton (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

The New York Mets announced today that they have designated outfielder Keon Broton for assignment. This move makes room for outfielder Carlos Gomez on the 40 man roster after they purchased his contract today from Triple-A Syracuse.  The Mets made other moves today after recalling reliever RHP Paul Sewald from Triple A and placed OF Michael Conforto on the 7-day concussion injured list. Broxton was acquired in the offseason in a trade with the Milwaukee Brewers for RHP Bobby Wahl, RHP Adam Hill and infielder Felix Valerio. He is out of options and can refuse a minor league assignment if he clears waivers. Broxton struggled at the plate hitting .143 in 34 games for the Mets this year.

Game 43: Mets vs. Marlins Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-Up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Brandon Nimmo-LF
2. Amed Rosario-SS
3. Robinson Cano-2B
4. Pete Alonso-1B
5. Wilson Ramos-C
6. Carlos Gomez-RF
7. Todd Frazier-3B
8. Juan Lagares-CF
9. Jacob deGrom-RHP

The pitching match-up is Jacob deGrom (3-4, 3.26 ERA) vs. RHP Trevor Richards (0-5, 4.46 ERA)

Mets vs. Nationals Game 42 Recap

New York Mets second baseman Robinson Cano and right fielder Michael Conforto (Credits to NyDailyNews.com)

The New York Mets lost to the Washington Nationals 7-6 this afternoon to lose two out of three gams in the series and dropped their record to 20-22. RHP Zack Wheeler had a difficult beginning allowing four runs in the bottom of the first due to three singles in a row to star the game and back-to-back RBI doubles. Wheeler settled down after that scoreless innings in the bottom of the second, third and fourth, but ran into trouble again in the bottom of the fifth after he gave up a pop-fly double to 2B Howie Kendrick which caused 2B Robinson Cano and RF Michael Conforto to have a collision. Conforto left the game with a concussion. RF Geraldo Parra followed with a two-run homer.  Wheeler had a scoreless bottom of the sixth inning and taken out after the inning. His final line was 6 innings, 11 hits, 6 earned runs, 2 walks and 6 strikeouts with one home run allowed. LHP Daniel Zamora came in next in the bottom of the seventh and gave up a run. RHP Robert Gsellman had to come in to finish the bottom of the seventh.  LHP Daniel Zamora threw a scoreless bottom of the eighth inning.

The offense was held scoreless by Nats starter Annibal Sanchez for the first two innings, but woke up in the top of the third inning after RHP Zack Wheeler and LF Jeff McNeil singled. McNeil later left the game with abdominal tightness. Two batters later, 2B Robinson Cano hit an RBI ground-rule double. RF Michael Conforto followed with a three-run homer to tie the game. The bats went quiet until the top of the ninth against Nationals closer Sean Doolittle. LF Brandon Nimmo walked, 3B Todd Frazier hit a pinch-hit double, catcher Wilson Ramos hit a pinch-hit single and CF Juan Lagares hit an RBI single. 1B Dom Smith struck out, but Cano singled to load the bases for CF Keon Broxton. Broxton's struggles continued after he stuck out to end the game.

The Mets next game is tomorrow night at the Miami Marlins at 7:05 p.m.

Game 42: Mets vs. Nationals Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-Up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Jeff McNeil-LF
2. Dominic Smith-1B
3. Robinson Cano-2B
4. Michael Conforto-RF
5. J.D. Davis-3B
6. Brandon Nimmo-CF
7. Amed Rosario-SS
8. Tomas Nido-C
9. Zack Wheeler-RHP

The pitching match-up is Zack Wheeler (3-2, 4.35 ERA) vs. RHP Annibal Sanchez (0-6, 5.27 ERA)

Mets vs. Nationals Game 41 Recap

RHP Wilmer Font (Credits to NorthJersey.com)

The New York Mets lost to the Washington Nationals 5-1 tonight and dropped their record to 20-21. RHP Wilmer Font made his second start in a Met uniform and had a difficult outing allowing five runs on six hits with two walks and one home run in 2 1/3 innings. RHP Drew Gagnon came in next to replace Font and did a fine job throwing 2 2/3 shutout innings with three hits and one walk and one strikeout. RHP Tyler Bashlor followed in the bottom of the sixth inning and threw two scoreless innings in the sixth and seventh. RHP Jeurys Familia threw a scoreless bottom of the eighth inning.

The bats were shutout by Nationals LHP Patrick Corbin and had their best scoring opportunity in the top of the third inning after CF Juan Lagares singled and LF Jeff McNeil walked. 3B J.D. Davis drove in Lagares with an RBI double and 2B Robinson Cano grounded out to end the inning. The only other hits were a single by reliever RHP Drew Gagnon and a single by McNeil in the top of the eighth.

The Mets next game is tomorrow afternoon at the Nationals at 1:05 p.m in the final game of the series.

Game 41: Mets vs. Nationals Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-Up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Jeff McNeil-LF
2. J.D. Davis-3B
3. Robinson Cano-2B
4. Pete Alonso-1B
5. Michael Conforto-RF
6. Amed Rosario-SS
7. Wilson Ramos-C
8. Juan Lagares-CF
9. Wilmer Font-RHP

The pitching match-up is Wilmer Font (1-0, 5.50 ERA) vs. LHP Patrick Corbin (3-1, 3.20 ERA)

Mets vs. Nationals Game 40 Recap

RHP Noah Syndergarrd (Credits to NorthJersey.com)

The New York Mets defeated the Washington Nationals 6-2 tonight for their third consecutive win and improved their record to 20-20. RHP Noah Syndergarrd was terrific allowing two runs on four hits with one walk and six strikeouts in eight innings. He picked up his third win. Syndegarrd was in command all night at one point retiring 12 hitters in a row. He had good life on his fastball as well as a sharp curveball and mixed in a change-up as well and was able to avoid using his slider. He was able to get quick outs, which  kept his pitch count down. His only mistake was a two-run homer to CF Victor Robles in the bottom of the sixth. He has pitched well in two out of his last three starts. If Syndegarrd can become consistent, it makes the rotation even stronger with him and Jacob deGrom at the top of the rotation. RHP Seth Lugo closed it out with a scoreless bottom of the ninth inning with a couple of strikeouts.

The offense got on the board early in the top of the first after SS Amed Rosario and 1B Pete Alonso singled and RF Michael Conforto walked. Catcher Wilson Ramos came to the plate with the based loaded and broke out of his slump with a grand slam. After that the bats went quiet until the top of the sixth after Conforto singled and Ramos walked. CF Brandon Nimmo drove in Conforto with a RBI single. In the top of the ninth inning, Dom Smith pinch-hit for Noah Syndergarrd and hit a solo homer for his first homer of the season.

The Mets next game is tomorrow night at the Nationals at 7:05 p.m.

Game 40: Mets vs.Nationals Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-Up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Jeff McNeil-LF
2. Amed Rosario-SS
3. Robinson Cano-2B
4. Pete Alonso-1B
5. Michael Conforto-RF
6. Wilson Ramos-C
7. Brandon Nimmo-CF
8. Todd Frazier-3B
9. Noah Syndergarrd-RHP

The pitching match-up is Noah Syndergarrd (2-3, 5.14 ERA) vs. RHP Jeremy Hellickson (2-1, 5.52 ERA)

Mets Compete Trade with Rays for Pitcher Wilmer Font

RHP Wilmer Font (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

The New York Mets announced today that they have completed their trade with the Tampa Bays Rays.The Mets acquired RHP Wilmer Font on May 6th and it was revealed today that the Rays acquired right-handed pitching prospect Neraldo Catalina from the Mets minor league system. Calatlina hasn't pitched in a professional game for the Mets. He was signed on July 2, 2018 out of the Dominican Republic for a $150,000 bonus. Catalina is 6-6 with a hard slider and a fastball that tops out at 95 mph.

Mets-Marlins Game Postponed

Today's Mets-Marlins game has been postponed. The game will be made up as a single-admissions doubleheader on Monday, August 5th when the Marlins return to NY. The Mets are off tomorrow and return to action on Tuesday at the Washington Nationals at 7:05 p.m.

Mets vs. Marlins Game 39 Recap

Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

The New York Mets defeated the Miami Marlins 4-1 tonight for their second consecutive win and improved their record to 19-20. RHP Jacob deGrom had his third straight excellent start allowing one run on three hits with eight strikeouts and one walk in seven innings. deGrom's only run came in the top of the third inning after Marlins starter Sandy Alcantara hit an RBI double. He lowered his ERA to 3.26. deGrom had a lot of life on his fastball and mixed in his slider and curveball well. He picked up his third win. RHP Seth Lugo followed with a scoreless top of the ninth inning. RHP Edwin Diaz closed it out with a scoreless top of the ninth inning and picked up his tenth save.

The offense was held scoreless for the first three innings until 2B Robinson Cano led off with a single and two batters later RF Michael Conforto drove him in with an RBI single. In the bottom of the sixh inning, 1B Pete Alonso broke the tie with a solo homer and Conforto followed with a homer. In the bottom of the sixth, CF Brandon Nimmo walked, catcher Tomas Nido singled and Jacob deGrom helped out his own cause with an RBI single.

The Mets next game is tomorrow afternoon against the Marlins at 1:10 p.m,

Game 39: Mets vs. Marlins Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-Up

Mets Starting Linuep
1. Jeff McNeil-LF
2. J.D. Davis-3B
3. Robinson Cano-2B
4. Pete Alonso-1B
5. Michael Conforto-RF
6. Amed Rosario-SS
7. Brandon Nimmo-CF
8. Tomas Nido-C
9. Jacob deGrom-RHP

The pitching match-up is Jacob deGrom (2-4, 3.60 ERA) vs. RHP Sandy Alcantara (1-3, 4.93 ERA)

Mets vs. Marlins Game 38 Recap

RHP Zack Wheeler (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

The New York Mets defeated the Miami Marlins 11-2 tonight to improve their record to 18-20 after losing five out of six games in their previous roadtrip against the Milwaukee Brewers and San Diego Padres. The offense got on the board quickly after they scored eight runs in the bottom of the first inning for the first time in 40 years and had a season high 15 hits. LF Jeff McNeil led off with a bunt single and 3B J.D. Davis followed with a single. Davis later scored the first run of the game on a wild pitch. Catcher Wilson Ramos drove in a run with an infield hit with the based loaded and CF Brandon Nimmo walked with the based loaded to bring him the third run. SS Amed Rosario broke the game open with a grand slam to dead center field and make it 7-0. 2B Robinson Cano drove in McNeil with an RBI double later in the inning to make it 8-0.  RF Michael Conforto hit a solo homer in the bottom of the second. McNeil hit a solo homer in the bottom of the third. Nimmo hit an RBI single in the bottom of the fourth.

RHP Zack Wheeler had a strong outing with two runs on nine hits in seven innings. Wheeler had 11 strikeouts and one walk. It was his second consecutive start with double digit strikeouts the first time he's done it in his career and third overall this year. He picked up his third win. RHP Tyler Bashlor followed with a scoreless top of the eighth inning. LHP Daniel Zamora closed it out with a scoreless top of the ninth inning.

The Mets next game is tomorrow night against the Marlins at 7:10 p.m.

Game 38: Mets vs. Marlins Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-Up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Jeff McNeil-LF
2. J.D. Davis-3B
3. Robinson Cano-2B
4. Pete Alonso-1B
5. Michael Conforto-RF
6. Wilson Ramos-C
7. Brandon Nimmo-CF
8. Amed Rosario-SS
9. Zack Wheeler-RHP

The pitching match-up is Zack Wheeler (2-2, 4.64 ERA) vs. RHP Pablo Lopez (2-4, 4.03 ERA)

Steven Matz Goes on 10-Day IL

LHP Steven Matz (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

The New York Mets announced today that LHP Steven Matz has been placed on the 10-day IL (Injured List) due to left forearm nerve irritation. Matz has a 3.86 ERA, 32 strikeouts, nine walks in in seven starts this year (35 innings pitched). He is eligible to return off the IL on Wednesday and will likely make his next start on Thursday in Washington D.C. against the Nationals. First baseman Dominic Smith was recalled as corresponding roster move. Smith has .hit 333 with two doubles and four RBI's in 37 at-bats this year.

Mets vs. Padres Game 37 Recap

RHP Wilmer Font (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

The New York Mets lost to the San Diego Padres 3-2 this afternoon to lose two out of three games in the series and dropped their record to 17-20. RHP Wilmer Font made his first start with the Mets and the sixth start of his career after he was aquired from the Tampa Bays Rays on Tuesday. Font started out well with a scoreless bottom of the first inning, but gave up a solo homer to 1B Eric Hosmer in the bottom of the second. He gave up another run in the bottom of the third inning after Padres starter Matt Schram hit a double and then gave up a pop single to RF Franmil Reyes that fell in between three defenders which scored Schram. Font settled down after that with a scoreless bottom of the fourth and was taken out after the inning with 60 pitches. His final line was: two runs, three hits, no walks and one strikeout. He showed a plus fastball topping out at 94-95 mph and also showed a sharp curveball. It was a fine showing for Font in his debut and hopefully he will more opportunities after this and be allowed to go deeper into games. RHP Robert Gsellman came in next and threw two scoreless innings in the bottom of the fifth and sixth innings. RHP Tyler Bashlor gave up a solo homer to RF Hunter Renfroe in the bottom of the seventh. RHP Drew Gagnon had 1-2-3 bottom of the eighth inning.

The offense got off to a quick start in the top of the first inning after LF Jeff McNeil lead off with a double and SS Amed Rosario drove him in with an RBI single. Catcher Tomas Nido hit a solo homer in the top of the second. After that the bats were shut down and weren't able to capitalize on scoring opportunities in the top of the seventh and ninth inning.  McNeil and Nido were the only players in the starting lineup to have two hits.

The Mets are off tomorrow and return home Friday night against the Miami Marlins at 7:10 p.m.

Game 37: Mets vs. Padres Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Jeff McNeil-LF
2. Amed Rosario-SS
3. Robinson Cano-2B
4. Pete Alonso-1B
5. Michael Conforto-RF
6. J.D. Davis-3B
7. Brandon Nimmo-CF
8. Tomas Nido-C
9. Wilmer Font-RHP

The pitching match-up is Wilmer Font (1-0, 5.79 ERA) vs. LHP Matt Strahm (1-2, 3.03 ERA)

Mets vs. Padres Game 36 Recap

Mets RHP Noah Syndergarrd (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

The New York Mets defeated the San Diego Padres 7-6 tonight to snap their four-game losing streak and improved their record to 17-19. The offense got on the board quickly in the top of the first inning after LF Jeff McNeil doubled to lead off the game and then SS Amed Rosario singled. 2B Robinson Cano drove in McNeil with an RBI ground-out double for his career 2,500 hit and 1B Pete Alonso followed with an RBI single. After that the bats went quickly until the top of the seventh after McNeil led off the inning with a walk and Rosario drove him in with an RBI double. Cano struck out, but Alonso drove in Rosario with an RBI single. RF Michael Conforto followed with a sacrifice fly. Two batters latter, RF Brandon Nimmo hit a RBI double to tie the game.  In the top of the ninth inning, Cano hit an infield single and Alonso hit a two-run homer. This was a huge hit for Alonso since he has been slumping and he said this was a must win game.

RHP Noah Syndergarrd had a difficult outing after a dominant performance with 6 innings, 9 hits, 5 runs (4 earned), BB and 5 K's. He was hurt by some poor defense and a couple of homers, but got through six. RHP Seth Lugo came in next and threw a scoreless bottom of the seventh inning and also threw a scoreless bottom of the eighth with a couple of strikeouts. He picked up his second win. RHP Edwin Diaz had a shaky bottom of the ninth inning after he loaded the bases, but struck out LF Hunter Renfroe for the last out and picked up his ninth save.

The Mets next game is tomorrow afternoon against the Padres at 3:40 p.m.

Game 36: Mets vs. Padres Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-Up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Jeff McNeil-LF
2. Amed Rosario-SS
3. Robinson Cano-2B
4. Pete Alonso-1B
5. Michael Conforto-RF
6. Wilson Ramos-C
7. Brandon Nimmo-CF
8. Todd Frazier-3B
9. Noah Syndergarrd-RHP

The pitching match-up is Noah Syndergarrd (2-3, 5.02 ERA) vs. RHP Cal Quantrall (0-1, 3.18 ERA)

Mets vs. Padres Game 35 Recap

RHP Jacob deGrom (Credits to MetsMerziedOnline.com)

The New York Mets lost to the San Diego Padres 4-0 tonight for their fourth consecutive loss and dropped their record to 16-19. RHP Jacob deGrom started out well with three hitless innings until the bottom of the fourth after he gave up a solo homer to LF Hunter Renfroe. He settled down after that until the bottom of the seventh after 1B Eric Hosmer singled and Renfroe doubled. 3B Ty France hit a sacrifice fly, but deGrom didn't gave any more runs after that and was taken out after the inning. His final line was 7 innings, 2 earned runs, 4 hits, 1 walk, and 7 strikeouts. LHP Justin Wilsom came in next after returning from the injured list and retired two hitters quickly, but then gave up an infield hit to CF Manuel Margot and a base hit to SS Manny Machado. Wilson then gave up a two-run double to 1B Eric Hosmer to make it 4-0 and broke the game open.

The offense couldn't do anything against Padres rookie stater sensation RHP Chris Paddack. Paddack showed why he is one of the best pitchers in the game with his upper 90s fastball, nasty change-up and developing slider. He struck out eight hitters in four innings. Paddack lasted in the top of eighth and was taken out after LF Jeff McNeil singled. His final line was 7 2/3 scoreless innings with four hits and one walk with 11 strikeouts. RHP Craig Stammen followed and struck out 1B Pete Alonso with two men on to end the inning. Stammen stayed in for the top of the ninth inning and threw a 1-2-3 inning. They have now scored seven runs in their last six games.

The Mets next game is tonight at the Padres at 10:10 p.m.

Jason Vargas Placed on IL

Mets LHP Jason Vargas (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

The New York Mets announced today that LHP Jason Vargas is heading to the injured list (IL) after he had hamstring tightness in his start against the Brewers on Sunday. Vargas has a 5.92 ERA this year and a 3.00 ERA in his last four outings.  LHP Justin Wilson was activated off the IL as corresponding roster move.

In other roster moves, RHP Corey Oswalt was recalled from Triple-A Syracuse and RHP Tim Peterson was optioned to Syracuse.

Game 35: Mets vs. Padres Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-Up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Jeff McNeil-LF
2. Pete Alonso-1B
3. Robinson Cano-2B
4. Michael Conforto-RF
5. Wilson Ramos-C
6. Todd Frazier-3B
7. Adeiny Hechavarria-SS
8. Juan Lagares-CF
9. Jacob deGrom-RHP

The pitching match-up is Jacob deGrom (2-3, 3.82 ERA) vs. RHP Chris Paddock (2-1, 1.91 ERA)

Mets vs. Brewers Game 34 Recap

Mets LHP Jason Vargas (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

The New York Mets lost to the Milwaukee Brewers 3-2 this afternoon for a three-game sweep and dropped their record to 16-18. LHP Jason Vargas started out well with two scoreless innings, but ran into trouble in the bottom of the third inning giving up a lead-off double to catcher Manny Pina and then gave a line drive double to SS Orlando Arcia that right fielder Keon Broxton should have caught. Vargas struck out Brewers starter RHP Zach Davies and then gave up a sacrifice fly to CF Lorenzo Cain and a two-run homer to RF Christian Yelich. He threw a scoreless bottom of the fourth inning and was then taken out after the inning with 50 pitches due to hamstring tightness. His final line was 4 innings, 3 ER, 3 hits, 0 walks and 5 strikeouts. RHP Tim Peterson came in next and threw scoreless innings in the bottom of the fifth and sixth innings. Peterson stayed in for the bottom of the seventh and gave up a double to 1B Jesus Aguilar and struck out 2B Hernan Perez and was then taken out. LHP Daniel Zamora appeared to next to face lefty 3B Travis Shaw and retired him on a fly out and was pulled for RHP Tyler Bashlor. Bashlor got Manny Pina on a long fly out to end the inning and stayed for the bottom of the eighth and threw a scoreless inning.

The offense was held scoreless until the top of the fourth after RF Keon Broxton hit a ground-rule double with one out and catcher Tomas Nido drove him with an RBI double. CF Juan Lagares drove in the other run with a solo homer in the top of the seventh.

The Mets next game is tomorrow night at the San Diego Padres at 10:10 p.m.

Game 34: Mets vs. Brewers Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-Up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Adeiny Hechavarria-2B
2. Amed Rosario-SS
3. Brandon Nimmo-OF
4. Pete Alonso-1B
5. Todd Frazier-3B
6. Keon Broxton-OF
7. Juan Lagares-OF
8. Tomas Nido-C
9. Jason Vargas-LHP

The pitching match-up is Jason Vargas (1-1, 5.75 ERA) vs. RHP Zach Davies (3-0, 1.38 ERA)

Mets vs. Brewers Game 33 Recap

RHP Zack Wheeler (Credits to NorthJersey.com)

The New York Mets lost to the Milwauke Brewers 4-3 tonight in 18 innings and dropped their record to under .500 at 16-17. RHP Zack Wheeler bounced back after his last outing with a strong performance allowing two runs on six hits with one walk and ten strikeouts. It was the second time this year Wheeler has had double-digit strikeouts. LHP Daniel Zamora came in next and threw a scoreless bottom of the eighth inning. RHP Seth Lugo followed with three scoreless innings in the bottom of the ninth, tenth, and eleventh innings. RHP Edwin Diaz threw a scoreless bottom of the 12th inning. RHP Drew Gagnon started in the bottom of the thirteenth and was taken out with two outs. LHP Ryan O'Rourke had to come in and got catcher Yasmani Grandal to fly out to end the inning. RHP Robert Gsellman followed with three scoreless innings in the bottom of the fourteenth, fifteenth, and sixteenth innings. RHP Chris Flexen followed with a scoreless bottom of the seventeenth inning, but ran into trouble in the bottom of  eighteenth after walking 1B Eric Thames and Grandal and 3B Travis Shaw to load the bases. He gave up a two-run walk-off single to LF Ryan Braun for his sixth hit of the game.

The offense didn't much all night and had ten hits. In the top of the second inning, catcher Wilson Ramos singled and SS Amed Rosario drove him in with an RBI triple. After that the bats went quiet  until the top of the ninth inning when 1B Pete Alonso led off with a game-tying solo homer. It was Alonso's first homer this month after hitting nine in April. It was also his eighth homer in the seventh inning or later, leading the Majors. After Alonso's homer, the bats were shut down again until the top of the eighteenth after SS Adeinhy Hechavarria singled and stole second and LF Jeff McNeil drove him in with an RBI single for his third consecutive hit.

The Mets next game is tomorrow afternoon at 2:10 p.m. against the Brewers.

Game 33: Mets vs. Brewers Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Jeff McNeil-LF
2. Pete Alonso-1B
3. Robinson Cano-2B
4. J.D. Davis-3B
5. Michael Conforto-RF
6. Wilson Ramos-C
7. Amed Rosario-SS
8. Juan Lagares-CF
9. Zack Wheeler-RHP

The pitching match-up is Zack Wheeler (2-2, 5.05 ERA) vs. LHP Gio Gonzalez (0-0, 3.60 ERA)

Mets vs. Brewers Game 32 Recap

Mets LHP Steven Matz (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

The New York Mets lost to the Milwaukee Brewers 3-1 tonight and dropped their record to 16-16. LHP Steven Matz had a decent outing allowing three runs on nine hits with one walk and two strikeouts in 5.2 innings. RHP Robert Gsellman came in next with two outs in the bottom of the sixth inning and retired CF Lorenzo Cain to end the inning. Gsellman stayed in for the bottom of the seventh and threw a scoreless innings. LHP Luis Avilan followed in the bottom of the eighth inning and faced three batters due to an injury and was taken out and responsible for the runner on third base. RHP Drew Gagnon had to come in to get the last out in the bottom of the eighth inning.

The offense struggled against Brewers starter RHP Brandon Woodruff. Catcher Wilson Ramos drove in a run in the top of the first inning on an RBI single, but other than that the bats were silent. They had seven hits for the whole game and were 1-7 with runners in scoring position.

The Mets next game is tomorrow night against the Brewers at 7:05 p.m.

Game 32: Mets vs. Brewers Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-Up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Jeff McNeil-LF
2. Pete Alonso-1B
3. Robinson Cano-2B
4. Michael Conforto-RF
5. Wilson Ramos-C
6. Brandon Nimmo-CF
7. Todd Frazier-3B
8. Amed Rosario-SS
9. Steven Matz-LHP

The pitching match-up is Steven Matz (3-1, 3.68 ERA) vs. RHP Brandon Woodruff (3-1, 5.17 ERA)

Mets vs. Reds Game 31 Recap

Mets RHP Noah Syndergarrd (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

The New York Mets defeated the Cincinnati Reds 1-0 this afternoon to split their four game series and improved their record to 16-15. RHP Noah Syndergarrd had a dominating performance with a complete-game shutout (9 IP), 4 hits, 0 runs, 1 BB, and 10 strikeouts. In addition to his success on the mound, he drove in the only run of the game with a solo homer in the bottom of the third inning. He became the eighth pitcher since 1908 to pitch a shutout and hit a homer for the only run of the game. He is the first pitcher to do it since Bob Welch in 1983. 

Syndegarrd needed to deliver a performance like this since the bulllpen has been shaky lately and needed a rest. He showed today why he is one of the best pitchers in baseball. With Jacob deGrom throwing seven scoreless innings yesterday, it appears that deGrom and Syndergarrd are back on track and pitched like top of the rotation aces. Now hopefully Syndergarrd can build off this outing in his next start.

The Mets next game is tomorrow night at the Milwaukee Brewers at 8:10 p.m.

Game 31: Mets vs Reds Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-Up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Jeff McNeil-LF
2. Dominic Smith-1B
3. Robinson Cano-2B
4. Michael Conforto-RF
5. Todd Frazier-3B
6. Brandon Nimmo-CF
7. Wilson Ramos-C
8. Amed Rosario-SS
9. Noah Syndegarrd-RHP

The pitching match-up is Noah Syndergarrd (1-3, 6.45 ERA) vs. RHP Tyler Mahle (0-3, 4.50 ERA)

Mets vs. Reds Game 30 Recap

Mets closer Edwin Diaz (Credits to MetsMerizedOnline.com)

The New York Mets lost to the Cincinnati Reds 1-0 tonight and fell to 15-15 on the season. RHP Jacob deGrom rebounded after three rough outings where he had a 9.69 ERA with seven scoreless innings. deGrom allowed three hits with two walks and six strikeouts, but had a no-decision. LHP Ryan O'Rourke made his season debut in the top of the eighth after being recalled from Triple-A Syracuse and retired the first two batters he faced before walking LF Jesse Winker and was then taken out. RHP Seth Lugo had to come in and retired RF Yasiel Puig on a hard liner to LF Jeff McNeil to end the inning. RHP Edwin Diaz's struggles from Monday continued in the top of the ninth inning after he gave up a solo homer to SS Jose Inglesias.

The offense was quiet all night and had three hits against Reds starter Anthony DeScalfini on a single by 1B Pete Alonso in the bottom of the first inning, McNeil doubled in the bottom of the third and 2B Robinson Cano doubled in the the bottom of the sixth. After DeScalfini was taken out in the sixth, they had two singles against the Reds bullpen.

The Mets next game is tomorrow afternoon against the Reds at 12:10 p.m. in the last game of the series.

Mets Reliever RHP Jeurys Familia To Go on 10-Day Injuried List

New York Mets RHP Jeurys Familia

The New York Mets announced today that reliever RHP Jeurys Familia will be placed on the 10-day injured list with shoulder soreness. Reliever LHP Ryan O'Rourke will be called up from Triple-A Syracuse to replace Familia in the pen. O'Rourke has a 4.61 ERA with 9.22 strikeouts and 3.95 walks in 14.1 innings in Triple-A. Familia has had a difficult start to the season with 6.28 ERA in 14 appearances. Now that Familia is out, the Mets might be looking to sign reliever RHP Craig Kimbrel.

Game 30: Mets vs. Reds Starting Lineup and Pitching Match-Up

Mets Starting Lineup
1. Jeff McNeil-LF
2. Pete Alonso-1B
3. Robinson Cano-2B
4. Michael Conforto-RF
5. J.D. Davis-3B
6. Brandon Nimmo-CF
7. Amed Rosario-SS
8. Tomas Nido-C
9. Jacob deGrom-RHP

The pitching match-up is Jacob deGrom (2-3, 4.85 ERA) vs. RHP Anthony DeSclafini (1-1, 4.26 ERA)