How struggling Mets’ Francisco Alvarez fared after two-game mini-break
Francisco Alvarez returned to the lineup on Tuesday after being rested for two straight games to overcome a slump that dates back to late June. Manager Carlos Mendoza is hoping the time off will be a “reset” for the 22-year-old, who hit 25 home runs last year but has been a dismal performer at the […]
Francisco Lindor approaching ‘greatest’ season by Mets position player
With the National League MVP debate still in its infancy, David Stearns doesn't think Francisco Lindor's season should simply be compared to Shohei Ohtani's. How about Lindor in 2024 vs. David Wright in 2007? Or Carlos Beltran in 2006? Or Bernard Gilkey in 1996? Or John Olerud in 1998? Stearns, in rooting for the star […]
Mets’ Francisco Lindor backs up ‘MVP’ chants in win over Red Sox
The Mets' MVP candidate did nothing to deter voters as the team returned to Queens to begin a crucial homestand. With the Citi Field crowd chanting “MVP” on Monday night, Francisco Lindor answered by reaching base three times, scoring on a Brandon Nimmo double in the third inning and then recording an RBI of his […]
Mets rookie Christian Scott leaves door open for return this year
Christian Scott is recovering from a right elbow UCL sprain that has sidelined him since July 21 and there is still a chance he could return to the Mets this season. Scott is throwing every pitch, but he's not at full strength yet. There's still no timetable for Scott's return, but the right-hander said before […]
Luis Severino’s gems leads Mets over Red Sox as NL wild-card race tightens
After declaring every remaining series this season to be a “must-win” series, Luis Severino pitched brilliantly again to lead the Mets to their fifth straight victory, 4-1, against the Red Sox at Citi Field. It was exactly what the Mets needed as they began a crucial six-game home series in which they are trying to […]
Injured Kodai Senga believes he’ll pitch for Mets again this season
With the Mets making a final push to qualify for the postseason, Kodai Senga said he still believes there's a chance he could return for the final week of the regular season. Senga, who has been sidelined since suffering a serious calf injury in his only start for the Mets this season on July 26, […]
Mets’ Luis Severino dialed into playoff mode for Red Sox start
CHICAGO — Luis Severino has plenty of experience, having played against Boston for many years amid the intense Yankees-Red Sox rivalry. In that respect, Monday's start at Citi Field will look a little different than other games, but the Mets right-hander knows there's little room for complacency as he treats each of his recent starts […]
Sean Manaea, Francisco Lindor lead Mets to sweep of White Sox
CHICAGO — It's been three uninspired days of matches, but there's still value in it. The Mets arrived on the South Side with no acceptable options other than to sweep this mess of a team called the White Sox, and they got the job done Sunday, but with few points in terms of style. Sean […]
Mets considered Luisangel Acuña for expanded roster
CHICAGO — Pablo Reyes' speed and versatility were two attractive traits for Mets executives as they considered adding to the roster in September. The team designated the veteran utility man for assignment Sunday from Triple-A Syracuse University with an eye on bolstering its bench. Reyes appeared in 21 games for the Red Sox this season […]
Mets’ Carlos Mendoza sticking with Francisco Alvarez
CHICAGO — Francisco Alvarez's offensive production has plummeted, but not enough to prompt manager Carlos Mendoza to consider reconfiguring the Mets' catching staff. “Alvarez is our player,” Mendoza said Saturday when asked about the possibility of Luis Torrens adding another spot in the lineup. “Luis has done a great job, but Alvarez is our player.” […]