Mets’ Jose Quintana looks to position himself for potential playoff start
If the Mets play in October, Jose Quintana wants to be available to start games in October. There are several obstacles, but the biggest are the Braves, Diamondbacks and Padres, who are competing with the Mets for the three National League wild-card spots. Internally, the competition is stiff with Sean Manaea, Luis Severino and David […]
Mets’ Jose Quintana struggles through rare rough outing
ANAHEIM, Calif. — It was an afternoon of too much “trying” and not enough pitching control for Jose Quintana. The left-hander has been the team’s best starter since mid-June, but he put runners on base early in Sunday’s game against the Angels and stretched his pitch count. The best thing that can be said about […]
Jose Quintana twirls another gem as Mets outlast Nationals
Jose Quintana was a weak link a month ago, but has since developed into the Mets’ most effective starting pitcher. If the change continues, it could boost the team’s playoff hopes or allow the Mets to receive something in return for the veteran left-hander at the trade deadline if they fall out of wild-card contention. […]