Mets fall short after Rene, Grandy go deep

Published: 05/17/2017 @ 04:00 am

The D-backs used a four-run rally in the third inning and a sixth-inning homer from Yasmany Tomas to beat the Mets, 5-4, on Tuesday night and extend New York’s losing streak to six games. Zack Greinke (5-2) picked up the win, though he did not pitch as well as he has in recent starts as he gave up four runs... more

Mets can’t hold lead, fall to D-backs in extras

Published: 05/18/2017 @ 04:00 am

Chris Herrmann led off the 11th inning with a home run to left-center field off Rafael Montero as the D-backs walked off the Mets, 5-4, on Wednesday afternoon at Chase Field. It was the first walk-off homer of Herrmann’s career. Mets.com: Read More more

After trading stars, spunky Yanks rally past Mets 6-5 in 10

Published: 08/02/2016 @ 04:00 am

Starlin Castro hit a sacrifice fly in the 10th inning and the New York Yankees hardly resembled a team resigned to fading away after selling off their stars at the trade deadline, rallying past the Mets 6-5 on Monday night in their Subway Series opener… Read More at WHEC.com more

Yankees bats go quiet as Tanaka has dud against Mets

Published: 08/03/2016 @ 04:00 am

Young hitters are on their way, but for at least one more night, the Yankees struck to their same old lineup and got the same old results. The Mets’ starting pitcher scored more runs than they did. After a feel-good win last night, the Yankees got just five hits tonight and lost to the Mets 7-1 in this Citi Field... more

Montero struggles with command as Mets fall to Nationals

Published: 09/13/2016 @ 04:00 am

The New York Mets starting rotation remains fluid with 18 games remaining in the regular season. But it doesn’t appear as though Rafael Montero will be part of it moving forward. Read More more

Mets hoping Bruce can climb out of slump

Published: 09/16/2016 @ 04:00 am

For the Mets, the seminal moment of Wednesday’s 1-0 loss to the Nationals turned out to be the top of the first inning, after they loaded the bases with one out. Up strode Jay Bruce, the Mets’ splashy Trade Deadline acquisition, while a traveling pack of Mets fans chanted, “Bruce! There it is! Bruce! There it is!” Whatever good vibes... more

Homers help Mets top Twins, gain WC ground

Published: 09/17/2016 @ 04:00 am

The Mets returned to Citi Field for their final homestand on Friday in an enviable position. With a one-game cushion in the National League Wild Card race and the NL’s easiest schedule before them, they held control of their fate. The Mets’ only requirement was to win at least as many games as the next-best teams. Read More more

With sweep of Twins, Mets atop WC standings

Published: 09/19/2016 @ 04:00 am

With each passing day, the Mets’ flirtation with postseason baseball becomes increasingly serious. As the Giants and Cardinals slugged things out amongst themselves this weekend in San Francisco, the Mets quietly took care of their own business at home, capping a three-game sweep of the Twins on Sunday with a 3-2 victory. Read More more

Syndergaard, Mets pelted by plucky Braves

Published: 09/20/2016 @ 04:00 am

Atlanta knocked Noah Syndergaard out of Monday night’s series opener in the fourth inning, tagging him for five runs in a 7-3 win over the Mets. The loss put New York at risk of losing ground to the Giants and Cardinals, who entered Monday’s play within one and two games, respectively, of the Mets in the National League Wild Card... more

Mets make late push, but fall to Braves

Published: 09/21/2016 @ 04:00 am

The mark of good teams is often beating poor ones. Last year, the Mets fattened up on the Braves, Phillies, Reds, Rockies and others, all of whom finished with losing records. Their renaissance this year dovetailed with the softest portion of their schedule. But the Braves, a thorn in New York’s side for decades, are no longer playing along. In... more

After lost lead, walk-off dazzler denies Mets

Published: 09/22/2016 @ 04:00 am

Yoenis Cespedes nearly won Wednesday night’s game for the Mets on a walk-off, three-run homer in the ninth, but center fielder Ender Inciarte robbed him with a leaping catch at the wall. The resulting 4-3 win was the sixth in a row for the Braves at Citi Field and their fifth straight overall. Read More more

Matz’s shoulder sore, will not start Friday for the Mets

Published: 09/23/2016 @ 04:00 am

Mets pitcher Steven Matz, who is recovering from a left shoulder inpingement, will not start Friday as originally scheduled. General manager Sandy Alderson announced Thursday that Matz experienced shoulder soreness following Wednesday’s bullpen session at Citi Field. Read More more

Mets top Phils with rallies, hold top WC spot

Published: 09/24/2016 @ 04:00 am

Mets manager Terry Collins may grumble at the notion of baseball’s expanded rosters in September. But rules are rules, and Collins is doing his best to exploit them, hoping this everyone-plays brand of September baseball will help his club reach October. Read More more

Mets fall into Wild Card tie after loss to Phils

Published: 09/25/2016 @ 04:00 am

While Noah Syndergaard spent his Saturday recuperating from a case of strep throat, spot starter Sean Gilmartin allowed five runs to a Phillies club that has shown plenty of life this weekend as they held on for a 10-8 win over the Mets on Saturday at Citi Field. Read More more

Mets rout Phils, take NL Wild Card lead

Published: 09/26/2016 @ 04:00 am

Considering the jagged state of their starting rotation, the Mets were set up for trouble heading into a four-game series against the Phillies this weekend. It would not have taken much for their burgeoning playoff hopes to dim before their eyes. Read More more

On night to reflect, Mets out of sync

Published: 09/27/2016 @ 04:00 am

Jose Fernandez’s presence was everywhere on Monday night, and collectively, the Marlins fed off the energy. Dee Gordon set the tone with a tearful leadoff homer that tugged at the heartstrings of everyone at Marlins Park. Gordon had four hits and Justin Bour collected three, helping the Marlins break open a big lead and hold off the Mets, 7-3, on... more

Mets: Yo, Bruce homer to back Thor in WC hunt

Published: 09/28/2016 @ 04:00 am

It will take weeks, months, even years for the Marlins to recover from the death of Jose Fernandez. In some ways, they never will. But they at least attempted to restore a sense of normalcy on Tuesday night at Marlins Park, where the Mets scored a 12-1 victory in a game bursting with National League Wild Card implications. NY Mets:... more

Loney, Bruce homer as Mets stay atop WC

Published: 09/29/2016 @ 04:00 am

Days shy of October, Mets manager Terry Collins’ head is swimming with the possibilities of postseason play. There are tiebreakers to consider, play-in games and National League Wild Card scenarios running every which way. There are thoughts of pitchers on short and extra rest, tune-up starts and must-win games. There are planes, trains and buses, ready to whisk the Mets... more

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