Morning Briefing: Mets Look to Get Back to .500
Good morning, Mets fans!
Today, New York will look to get back to .500, as well as go for the sweep against the Miami Marlins. Noah Syndergaard gets the ball for the Mets and will be opposed by Caleb Smith.
On Saturday, Mets’ ace Jacob deGrom twirled seven strong innings on the hill and also drove in a run at the dish. Pete Alonso and Michael Conforto also hit back-to-back jacks as the Amazin’s toppled the Marlins 4-1.
Latest Mets News
Left-handed reliever Justin Wilson landed on the 10-day IL with a reoccurring elbow injury. The Mets recalled right-hander Eric Hanhold to take his spot in the bullpen.
Right-handed setup man Jeurys Familia is slated to be activated prior to Sunday afternoon’s finale with the Miami Marlins. The longtime Met was in the team clubhouse prior to Saturday’s game and reportedly feels good.
Rehabbing infielder Jed Lowrie went 0-for-4 Saturday for Triple-A Syracuse. However, he appears to be closing in on a return to the big league squad, perhaps in time for New York’s series with the Washington Nationals on Tuesday.
Latest MLB News
The Houston Astros are sending second baseman Jose Altuve to the injured list with a left hamstring strain, according to manager A.J. Hinch. Altuve, 29, has struggled thus far in 2019, hitting just .243/.329/.472, but has nine homer and 21 RBI.
The San Diego Padres have made an IL move of their own, placing young catcher Francisco Mejia on the shelf with a left knee sprain. Mejia, 23, has yet to get it going so far this season, but is one of the more highly touted young backstops in the game.
The Toronto Blue Jays have acquired journeyman Edwin Jackson from the Oakland Athletics in exchange for cash considerations, according to a team release. Jackson, 35, will join his 14th MLB squad in his 16-year MLB career.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have acquired right-handed pitcher Chris Stratton from the Los Angeles Angels for cash considerations, according to a team release. Stratton, 28, was originally acquired by the Angels earlier this season from the San Francisco Giants. The former first rounder will now look to stick with the Bucs while bringing his impressive spin rate to the table.
The Texas Rangers have signed right-hander Josh Fields to a minor league deal according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today. Fields, 33, will receive $850,000 with $200,000 of incentives if he cracks the MLB team. Additionally, he has a July 15 opt-out date in his contract.
Latest NL East News
The Philadelphia Phillies lost outfielder Aaron Altherr on waivers to the San Francisco Giants, according to Jon Heyman of MLB Network. The 28-year-old was DFA’d by Philadelphia last Saturday.
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Rich Coutinho conducted an exclusive interview with Mets’ outfielder Michael Conforto after Friday night’s win.
On This Date in Mets History
1968: In a 4-3 loss to the Cubs at Wrigley Field, Bronx native Ed Kranepool collects his 1,000th major league hit.
1990: Frank Viola gets his seventh consecutive win from the start of the season. The Mets’ southpaw sets a franchise record of nine straight victories, dating back to his past two decisions from the previous season. Info courtesy of NationalPastime.com.
Let’s go Mets!