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Forbes
27 minutes ago
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- Forbes
Worrisome Trends Continue For The Mets With A Familiar Sweep In Atlanta
ATLANTA, GA - JUNE 19: Atlanta Braves Mascot Blooper sits on the field with New York Mets first ... More baseman Pete Alonso #20 prior to the MLB game between the New York Mets and the Atlanta Braves on June 19, 2025 at TRUIST Park in Atlanta, GA. (Photo by Jeff Robinson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) Turns out we didn't have to worry at all about the Mets' DNA changing with the signing of Juan Soto. They're still New York's quirkier and more fun alternative to the ever-staid Yankees. Citi Field is still the Big Apple's more joyful baseball venue. And even with Soto, the Mets are still prone to traveling a rollercoaster of dizzying highs and lows — especially lows experienced in Atlanta. The Mets once again went all Barney knocking over the pancake syrup this week, when they were swept by the Braves in Atlanta for approximately the 700th time since the teams became division rivals in 1994. OK, fine, it's only 17 times. But that's a whole lot of sweeps, starting July 3-5, 1998 — fewer than two months into the Mike Piazza Era and more than three months before Soto was born — and going through last night, when Soto collected his 1,000th career hit in the Mets' 7-1 loss. The sweep by the Braves, coupled with the Phillies taking three of four from the Marlins, dropped the Mets into a tie for first with their brotherly love foes heading into this weekend's series in Philadelphia. The Mets led the Phillies by 5 1/2 games just eight days ago, which is a bends-inducing descent that might even make the 2007 Mets wince. 'It's definitely not ideal, I think we know that,' Clay Holmes said Thursday night. For the Mets, the concerns are more of the immediate variety than the historical kind. The Braves might use this sweep as a jumping off point to once again topple the Mets at the wire — they are the Braves, after all! But all Atlanta did this week was save its season. The Braves are 34-39, 10 games behind the Mets and Phillies, and closer to last place in the NL East (five games ahead of the Marlins) than to the last wild card spot (5 1/2 games back of the Padres). The Mets are in a much better short-term spot, but with no shortage of accompanying worries now that their foundational cracks are spreading at a worrisome pace. Since the last time the Mets won a game, they've placed two-fifths of their starting rotation on the injured list and lost reliever Max Kranick to an elbow injury. The initial replacements for Kodai Senga and Tylor Megill are Paul Blackburn, who has a 6.92 ERA in four games this season, and Blake Tidwell, who has a 4.58 ERA in seven games at Syracuse since losing his big league debut May 4. The next candidate to fill Megill's spot is likely Frankie Montas, who posted a 12.05 ERA during his rehab. Even by Mets standards, they from having too much pitching to wondering if Adam Wilk might be available for a spot start awfully fast. The remainder of the staff, outside of the still-ascending David Peterson and closer Edwin Diaz, is starting to show some wear and tear as well. Holmes, who exited with a 5-1 lead last Friday after five innings and 79 pitches in his first post-Coors Field start and six batters Thursday night, might be feeling the effects of reaching a career-high in innings before the first day of summer. Griffin Canning has a 6.75 ERA in his last five outings. The Mets still have the best ERA in the majors at 3.08, but their month-by-month ERAs are creeping up — from 2.64 in March and April to 3.15 in May and 3.76 so far in June. 'The starting pitching right now — they've been so good the whole year, pretty much carried us all the way to this point,' Carlos Mendoza said. 'You lose a couple guys that were consistently throwing the ball well and some of the other guys (have) a couple of bad outings — it happens, we're gong through a stretch right now.' The Mets have been particularly hot and cold on offense. With 29 homers in June — a month that began with nine wins in 11 games and sweeps of the Rockies and Nationals — the Mets are one round-tripper shy of matching their total for May. Yet they have scored five runs and been blanked twice in their last four games. The Mets are hitting .223 with runners on base, which would be the lowest such average in team history — even worse than the 1962 and 1963 teams, each of whom hit .226 in those situations. The Mets are also hitting .216 with runners in scoring position, which would be the lowest figure for the team since the strike-shortened 1981 season. The numbers get drastically worse upon subtracting the production of Pete Alonso, who is batting .319 with runners on and .338 with runners in scoring position. Without Alonso, the Mets' averages drop to .208 and .198, respectively. Good thing they finally re-signed him! To be fair to the Mets, extremes are built into the modern game. The Yankees were shut out in three straight games this week and scored seven runs in the seven games prior to Thursday's 7-3 win over the Angels. 'Really, all it takes is winning one game,' Brandon Nimmo said Thursday night. 'And the you win another one and it's a winning streak. It happens quickly.' But maybe not as quickly as the Mets would prefer. The only other opponent that's swept the Mets at home as many as 10 times since the 1994 realignment is…that's right, the Phillies, who send old friend Zack Wheeler to the mound tonight.
Newsweek
9 hours ago
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- Newsweek
Free Agency Idea Sees Mets 4-Time All-Star Bolt for Red Sox
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. The Boston Red Sox reportedly saved over $250 million by trading Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants. They could be very active in free agency now that they have some financial flexibility. Boston's top priority will likely be to keep Alex Bregman in a Red Sox uniform. He was slashing .299/.385/.553 before his injury and is reportedly likely to opt out. However, even after paying Bregman, the Red Sox will have money to go after some big names in free agency. They have a need at first base, and FanSided's Drew Koch suggested they go after Pete Alonso. "Pete Alonso's two-year, $54 million deal with the New York Mets contains a player option for next season," wrote Koch. "Seeing as how Alonso is hitting .293/.390/.570 with a 174 OPS+ this season, he's bound to opt out of his current deal. Alonso bet on himself after receiving little interest on the open market this past winter and should be on the Red Sox's radar." MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - OCTOBER 03: Pete Alonso #20 of the New York Mets rounds the bases after hitting a home run in the ninth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers during Game Three of the Wild... MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - OCTOBER 03: Pete Alonso #20 of the New York Mets rounds the bases after hitting a home run in the ninth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers during Game Three of the Wild Card Series at American Family Field on October 03, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. MoreAlonso is having a phenomenal year at the plate, and like Bregman, will likely look for a better deal on the market. As much as the Mets would like to keep him around, they already showed they are unwilling to commit to him long-term, and their payroll is already high. However, the Red Sox can afford him thanks to Devers' contract being off their books. Since 2019, only Aaron Judge has hit more home runs than Alonso. He and Bregman manning the corners at Fenway Park next season could be a huge boost for the Red Sox. The Red Sox will also need to find some pitching before next season. However, they could use their surplus of outfielders to trade for some pitchers. More MLB: Poaching $80 Million Yankees Superstar Would Be Red Sox's Wildest Pivot Yet
Associated Press
14 hours ago
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- Associated Press
Mets look to stop 6-game slide, play the Phillies
New York Mets (45-30, first in the NL East) vs. Philadelphia Phillies (45-30, second in the NL East) Philadelphia; Friday, 7:15 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Mets: Blade Tidwell (0-0); Phillies: Zack Wheeler (7-2, 2.76 ERA, 0.89 WHIP, 110 strikeouts) BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Phillies -244, Mets +199; over/under is 8 1/2 runs BOTTOM LINE: The New York Mets are looking to end a six-game skid with a win over the Philadelphia Phillies. Philadelphia has a 45-30 record overall and a 24-13 record at home. Phillies hitters have a collective .331 on-base percentage, the third-best percentage in the majors. New York has a 45-30 record overall and an 18-20 record in road games. The Mets have hit 93 total home runs to rank fourth in the NL. The matchup Friday is the fourth meeting between these teams this season. TOP PERFORMERS: Trea Turner has 15 doubles, two triples, nine home runs and 34 RBIs while hitting .300 for the Phillies. Alec Bohm is 17 for 41 with two doubles and two home runs over the last 10 games. Pete Alonso leads the Mets with 40 extra base hits (22 doubles, a triple and 17 home runs). Brandon Nimmo is 12 for 41 with a double, three home runs and five RBIs over the past 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Phillies: 8-2, .295 batting average, 2.97 ERA, outscored opponents by 19 runs Mets: 4-6, .237 batting average, 4.64 ERA, outscored by 12 runs INJURIES: Phillies: Aaron Nola: 60-Day IL (ankle), Bryce Harper: 10-Day IL (wrist) Mets: Max Kranick: 15-Day IL (elbow), Tylor Megill: 15-Day IL (elbow), Brett Baty: day-to-day (groin), Kodai Senga: 15-Day IL (hamstring), Brooks Raley: 60-Day IL (elbow), Mark Vientos: 10-Day IL (hamstring), Jesse Winker: 10-Day IL (side), Danny Young: 60-Day IL (elbow), A.J. Minter: 60-Day IL (lat), Frankie Montas: 60-Day IL (lat), Sean Manaea: 60-Day IL (oblique), Jose Siri: 10-Day IL (shin), Nick Madrigal: 60-Day IL (shoulder), Drew Smith: 60-Day IL (elbow), Christian Scott: 60-Day IL (elbow) ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
Yahoo
15 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Mets look to stop 6-game slide, play the Phillies
New York Mets (45-30, first in the NL East) vs. Philadelphia Phillies (45-30, second in the NL East) Philadelphia; Friday, 7:15 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Mets: Blade Tidwell (0-0); Phillies: Zack Wheeler (7-2, 2.76 ERA, 0.89 WHIP, 110 strikeouts) Advertisement BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Phillies -244, Mets +199; over/under is 8 1/2 runs BOTTOM LINE: The New York Mets are looking to end a six-game skid with a win over the Philadelphia Phillies. Philadelphia has a 45-30 record overall and a 24-13 record at home. Phillies hitters have a collective .331 on-base percentage, the third-best percentage in the majors. New York has a 45-30 record overall and an 18-20 record in road games. The Mets have hit 93 total home runs to rank fourth in the NL. The matchup Friday is the fourth meeting between these teams this season. TOP PERFORMERS: Trea Turner has 15 doubles, two triples, nine home runs and 34 RBIs while hitting .300 for the Phillies. Alec Bohm is 17 for 41 with two doubles and two home runs over the last 10 games. Advertisement Pete Alonso leads the Mets with 40 extra base hits (22 doubles, a triple and 17 home runs). Brandon Nimmo is 12 for 41 with a double, three home runs and five RBIs over the past 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Phillies: 8-2, .295 batting average, 2.97 ERA, outscored opponents by 19 runs Mets: 4-6, .237 batting average, 4.64 ERA, outscored by 12 runs INJURIES: Phillies: Aaron Nola: 60-Day IL (ankle), Bryce Harper: 10-Day IL (wrist) Mets: Max Kranick: 15-Day IL (elbow), Tylor Megill: 15-Day IL (elbow), Brett Baty: day-to-day (groin), Kodai Senga: 15-Day IL (hamstring), Brooks Raley: 60-Day IL (elbow), Mark Vientos: 10-Day IL (hamstring), Jesse Winker: 10-Day IL (side), Danny Young: 60-Day IL (elbow), A.J. Minter: 60-Day IL (lat), Frankie Montas: 60-Day IL (lat), Sean Manaea: 60-Day IL (oblique), Jose Siri: 10-Day IL (shin), Nick Madrigal: 60-Day IL (shoulder), Drew Smith: 60-Day IL (elbow), Christian Scott: 60-Day IL (elbow) ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
Yahoo
15 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Mets Make Move After Sixth Straight Loss
Mets Make Move After Sixth Straight Loss originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Currently reeling from a six-game losing streak, the New York Mets are also dealing with the absence ace starting pitcher Kodai Senga who suffered a right hamstring strain during a June 11 win against the Washington Nationals. The injury occurred while Senga was covering first base in the sixth inning and reached for a high throw from Pete Alonso. Advertisement He exited after 5.2 dominant innings, having allowed just one hit and striking out five. With a league-best 1.47 ERA, Senga has been the anchor of a rotation now in flux. His absence leaves the team without its most dependable arm at a time when bullpen usage is already stretched thin. New York Mets starting pitcher Kodai Senga (34) and first baseman Pete Alonso (20)© Brad Penner-Imagn Images Manager Carlos Mendoza and pitching coach Jeremy Hefner are left scrambling to find answers ahead of a pivotal series against the Philadelphia Phillies. The bullpen has been heavily taxed during this skid, and options are limited. The Mets' need for innings, stability, and upside has made their latest move all the more urgent. Enter Blade Tidwell. Advertisement Tidwell, the organization's top pitching prospect, has been recalled for a second stint in the majors (via Anthony DiComo of His debut last month against the St. Louis Cardinals was a mixed bag—3.2 innings, three walks, and an inflated 14.73 ERA—but also offered a glimpse of his potential. His fastball touched 96 mph, and his slider showed promise, though command issues derailed what began as a confident start. This second opportunity comes with real stakes. The Mets don't just need an arm—they need production. Tidwell now finds himself thrown into the fire, tasked with stabilizing a spiraling rotation and proving he's more than a prospect. His ability to adjust, execute in high-leverage situations, and limit base traffic will determine both his future role and the club's immediate fortunes. Advertisement With Senga's timeline unclear, the Mets must rely on internal reinforcements. That means young pitchers like Tidwell must mature quickly, because every game now holds postseason implications. Related: Mets Facing Clay Holmes Decision After Sixth Straight Loss Related: Mets Send Message to Juan Soto After Major News on Thursday This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 20, 2025, where it first appeared.
