NY Mets --- July 2023

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Pete Alonso Breaking Out of Slump - Metsmerized Online

It wasn’t too long ago that things were looking pretty bleak for Pete Alonso. The New York Mets first baseman had struggled mightily since his return to the lineup, one which was supposed to sideline him much longer than anticipated. Alonso had one of the worst stretches of his professional...

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Morning Briefing: Álvarez X-Ray Negative After Subway Series Exit - Metsmerized Online

Good morning, Mets fans! Francisco Álvarez left the Mets win over the New York Yankees late in the ninth inning after taking a pitch to the hand from reliever Albert Abreu. Álvarez would be replaced with Omar Narváez behind the plate as the Mets closed out the victory. An update from the Mets...

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Mets Minors Recap: Nick Morabito Hits Home Run in Huge Game - Metsmerized Online

TRIPLE-A Syracuse Mets (40-55) 10, Lehigh Valley IronPigs (49-45) 3 BOX SCORE F/6 Innings LF Ronny Mauricio 1-for-4, R, .852 OPS 1B Luke Voit 1-for-2, 2 R, HR (11), 3 RBI (35), 2 BB, .957 OPS 2B Luke Ritter 3-for-3, R, 2B, 2 RBI (19), BB, .719 OPS DH Carlos Cortes 1-for-3, R, HR (7),

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Baseball America Names Ronny Mauricio Mets’ Top Prospect - Metsmerized Online

Baseball America has released their updated midseason 2023 top 30 prospects for each Major League team. With Francisco Álvarez, Brett Baty, and Kodai Senga having graduated from prospect status, the New York Mets top 30 looks almost radically different from the pre-season. In their re-evaluation...

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Justin Verlander Returning to Form, Wants to Stay With Mets - Metsmerized Online

For the second time as a Met, Justin Verlander was on the mound against a team he has faced many-a-time in, the New York Yankees. Prior to being signed as a Met, Verlander had faced the Yankees 23 times. He was a combined 8-7 against his former AL-East opponents as a Tiger and Astro. With

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Rob Manfred Will Be MLB Commissioner Through 2029 - Metsmerized Online

On Wednesday, Major League Baseball put out a news release announcing that the Major League Clubs have extended commissioner Rob Manfred's contract for a third term. The extension will continue Manfred's tenure through July 29, 2029, which would make it 15 years on the job. John Stanton, who is...

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Mets Wednesday Lineup @ Yankees

 

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Mets drop the finale 3-1.
Fundamentals are still an issue....
Season subway series ends in a 2-2 draw.
1-1 in Queens...and 1-1 in the Bronx.

Poor Defense Dooms Quintana, Mets In 3-1 Loss - Metsmerized Online

The Mets and Yankees wrapped up the 2023 Subway Series on Wednesday in a matchup between two southpaws at Yankee Stadium. José Quintana and Carlos Rodón, who both signed in New York this winter coming off strong 2022 seasons, started their seasons injured. Quintana made just his second start for...

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Mets fall to Yankees in final Subway Series game of the year

It was a rather boring loss for the Mets, as their offense was unable to make this game very interesting at all.

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Mets looking like Deadline sellers after latest loss

NEW YORK -- Could things have worked out any other way? Could the Mets have given any clearer indication of how the next week might unfold for them? For a team that has spent all season taking one step forward, one-and-a-half steps back, their 3-1 loss to the Yankees on

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MLB Gameday: Mets 1, Yankees 3 Final Score (07/26/2023)

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Yankees 3-1 Mets (Jul 26, 2023) Game Recap - ESPN

Expert recap and game analysis of the New York Yankees vs. New York Mets MLB game from July 26, 2023 on ESPN.

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On Deck...

The Mets return home to begin a four-game series with the Washington Nationals on Thursday at 7:10 p.m. ET at Citi Field.
Two RHP's and 1st-time All-Stars will match up as Kodai Senga (7-5, 3.27 ERA) will start for the Mets against Josiah Gray (7-8 3.45 ERA) for the Nationals.

 

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Hahahaha.....

The Yamamoto bidding is set to intensify. When will he make his decision?

We're keeping track of all the latest free agent and trade rumors.

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Report: Angels Not Trading Shohei Ohtani - Metsmerized Online

Updated Post – July 26, 21:10 Tom Verducci of Sports Illustrated reports that the Angels have decided not to trade superstar Shohei Ohtani before he hits free agency. The Angels are currently four games out of the second Wild Card after going 7-3 in their last 10 games. Original Post – July 14...

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Amed Rosario Traded for Noah Syndergaard - Metsmerized Online

Jeff Passan of ESPN reports that Amed Rosario has been traded from the Cleveland Guardians to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Pat Ragazzo of Sports Illustrated reports that the Dodgers are sending fellow former Met Noah Syndergaard to the Guardians. Rosario, 27, is hitting .265/.306/.365 with 19...

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7/27-30
Wash. Nationals @ N.Y. Mets
Four game set at Citi to end the month.

Battle of the NL Least begins as fourth-place Mets begin four-game series with last-place Nationals

The Nationals are bad, but they’ve been playing well, and they look to continue their hot stretch.

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Pregame analysis and predictions of the New York Mets vs. Washington Nationals MLB game to be played on July 27, 2023 on ESPN.

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Mets 2-1 Nationals (Jul 27, 2023) Final Score - ESPN

Game summary of the New York Mets vs. Washington Nationals MLB game, final score 2-1, from July 27, 2023 on ESPN.

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Mets Thursday Lineup vs Washington

 

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Weird game...but they pulled it out.



And then....an even weirder thing occurred.
Eppler stepped in it again. He probably could've got a much better return for D.R. had he waited a few more days FFS.
He's been one of the top relievers in MLB this season...and that's all we got back??
Wow....just wow.

Marlins acquire veteran closer Robertson from Mets

MIAMI -- The Marlins added another high-leverage option to their bullpen by acquiring Mets closer David Robertson for prospects Marco Vargas and Ronald Hernández late Thursday night. Miami will pick up the remaining $3.5 million still owed to Robertson this season. Robertson is 14-for-17 in save...

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Report: Mets Trade David Robertson to Marlins - Metsmerized Online

The New York Mets have traded David Robertson to the Miami Marlins, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reported just minutes after the Mets' 2-1 win over the Washington Nationals Thursday night. The Mets will receive prospects Marco Vargas and Ronald Hernandez in return, Jon Heyman of the New York...

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PIITB.

The Wrap & Recap...

Mets Squeeze Out 2-1 Victory Behind Eight-Inning Comeback - Metsmerized Online

The New York Mets came back in dramatic fashion against the elements and the Washington Nationals on Thursday night, scraping two runs together late after sitting idle for an hour and 37 minutes due to rain. The offense came to life in the eighth inning after they were held scoreless by Josiah...

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Mets top Nationals with a late inning rally

It may have taken extra time due to a rain delay, but the Mets found some late inning magic to beat the Nationals.

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MLB Gameday: Nationals 1, Mets 2 Final Score (07/27/2023)

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Nationals 1-2 Mets (Jul 27, 2023) Game Recap - ESPN

Expert recap and game analysis of the Washington Nationals vs. New York Mets MLB game from July 27, 2023 on ESPN.

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The Box...

Nationals 1-2 Mets (Jul 27, 2023) Box Score - ESPN

Box score for the Washington Nationals vs. New York Mets MLB game from July 27, 2023 on ESPN. Includes all pitching and batting stats.

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The Vids...

Nationals @ Mets

Nationals @ Mets Jul. 27, 2023

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Trainer's Room...

RF Starling Marte (migraines)
Expected return: August
When Marte was placed on the injured list on July 20 due to migraines so severe that they caused him to vomit, the move was considered mostly precautionary. But Marte still wasn't close to a return when he reached eligibility on July 27, according to manager Buck Showalter. That's partially because he continues to experience lesser migraines and partially because his partner is due to give birth, which has delayed Marte's trip to receive a second opinion. At this point, it appears likely that the outfielder's absence will extend into August. (Last updated: July 27)

Ouch!...

Three Mets batters were hit by pitches, increasing their league-leading total to 72.
New York set a major league record by being hit by 112 pitches last season.



Up Next...

Mets starter RHP Max Scherzer (8-4, 4.20 ERA) will be on the mound for the 2nd game of the four-game set on Friday night.
LHP MacKenzie Gore (6-7, 4.38 ERA) will start for the Nationals.

 

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Robertson deal starts Mets' sell-off amid 'disappointing' season

NEW YORK -- The most expensive Major League Baseball team ever assembled is disassembling. The 2023 Mets, who ran their payroll to around $375 million but spent much of the season below .500, are breaking up the band. Late Thursday night, the club traded closer David Robertson to the Marlins

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What’s Next for the Mets After the David Robertson Trade? - Metsmerized Online

In the middle of a rain delay, as the Mets were working on a comeback versus the Washington Nationals, the team traded David Robertson—their best reliever—to the Miami Marlins. In return, they got infielder Marco Vargas and catcher Ronald Hernandez, both of who will end up as top 15 prospects in...

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Billy Eppler’s Analysis Of Marco Vargas, Ronald Hernandez - Metsmerized Online

The New York Mets unofficially announced they have begun selling at the trade deadline by trading closer David Robertson to the Miami Marlins for prospects INF Marco Vargas and C Ronald Hernandez. Both of the prospects acquired are teenagers playing rookie ball this season. Obtaining prospects...

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History of Billy Eppler’s Trades as Mets GM - Metsmerized Online

The New York Mets will face an uncomfortable reality over the coming days as they enter this season's trade deadline as sellers despite coming into the year with World Series aspirations. That process has already commenced with the trade of David Robertson to the division rival Miami Marlins and...

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Tommy Pham, Mark Canha Garnering Trade Interest - Metsmerized Online

Both New York Mets outfielders Tommy Pham and Mark Canha are garnering trade interest with the deadline only a few days away. Sources say that the Toronto Blue Jays are one team looking to upgrade their outfield depth and could be a fit for either of them. Andy Martino of SNY notes that both are

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Mets Friday Lineup vs Nationals

(the 3 baby mets batting 7th, 8th & 9th)

 

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D.R. was a good Met...and will be missed.




Meanwhile...

 

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Scherzer to 'talk to the brass' about Mets' Deadline plans

NEW YORK -- Late Thursday night, with a trade of David Robertson to the Marlins, the Mets announced to the baseball world that they intended to sell prior to Tuesday’s 6 p.m. ET Trade Deadline. A night later, ace Max Scherzer expressed disappointment at that course of action, saying he

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PIITB.
Polar Bear attack with 2 dingers, and all 5 ribeyes.
Max went 7 strong innings.


The Wrap & Recap...

Alonso's Power Surge Continues in Mets' 5-1 Win over Nationals - Metsmerized Online

For the second consecutive night, the New York Mets and the Washington Nationals struggled to produce with runners in scoring position. Neither offense was able to execute against Max Scherzer or MacKenzie Gore, that was until the Mets got a few big swings from their best power bat. Both...

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MLB Gameday: Nationals 1, Mets 5 Final Score (07/28/2023)

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Pair of Pete bombs lead Mets over Nationals

Alnoso blasts back Scherzer’s strong start as Mets win first game after starting potential selloff.

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Mets 5-1 Nationals (Jul 28, 2023) Game Recap - ESPN

Expert recap and game analysis of the New York Mets vs. Washington Nationals MLB game from July 28, 2023 on ESPN.

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The Box...

Mets 5-1 Nationals (Jul 28, 2023) Box Score - ESPN

Box score for the New York Mets vs. Washington Nationals MLB game from July 28, 2023 on ESPN. Includes all pitching and batting stats.

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The Vids...

Nationals @ Mets

Nationals @ Mets Jul. 28, 2023

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Up Next...

Mets RHP Carlos Carrasco (3-4, 5.82 ERA) will start the 3rd game of the 4-game series Saturday night.
LHP Patrick Corbin (6-11, 5.01 ERA) will go for the Nationals.

 

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Sounds like he wants to stay.....but who knows.
He has some leverage.....and Eppler should listen to w/e he has to say.

That said...I'm disappointed in the underwhelming return we got back for Robertson.
Our GM has to do better.

 

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Next couple of days will be interesting....

Scherzer Wants To Discuss Future With Mets Brass - Metsmerized Online

Max Scherzer expressed his disappointment with the Mets’ season and his future with the club after Friday’s 5-1 win over the Nationals. With the Mets 6.5 games behind the third wild card and 49-54 as of July 29, Billy Eppler and the front office traded David Robertson to the Marlins for two...

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Mayer: Mets Getting "Strong Interest" For Verlander - Metsmerized Online

Updated Post, 7/29/23 MMO’s Mike Mayer reports that Justin Verlander is garnering “strong interest” from multiple teams, including the Dodgers, Rangers, and Astros. He said the Mets could get an offer they couldn’t refuse for the 40-year-old righty, indicating the Mets would deal him if they’re...

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SNY‘s Andy Martino reports Tommy Pham and Mark Canha are “generating trade interest and are likely to be traded.” He also said Omar Narváez is “very available,” but his contract with a player option for 2024 could be tough to move.

Sports Illustrated’s Pat Raggazao reported that the Los Angeles Dodgers and Minnesota Twins have checked in on Mets’ outfielders Tommy Pham and Mark Canha.

 

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Mets Morning News for July 29, 2023

Your Saturday morning dose of New York Mets and MLB news, notes, and links.

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