Luis Torrens and the Mets’ batting deliver an impressive performance against the Phillies
Mets Lineup Showing Promise Things are looking somewhat promising for the Mets lately. Sure, there have been a few games over the past couple of weeks where the team’s performance felt a bit stagnant, leading to some frustration. However, the recent successes at the plate seem to be overshadowing those rough patches. On Monday night, […]
Luis Torrens’ recent mistake creates uncertainty for the Mets at catcher
The Mets were generally okay with sending Francisco Alvarez down to Triple-A Syracuse for a little reset. But during Saturday’s game, things went sideways when he managed to score after Lewis Torrens made a big mistake during a back-pick attempt, which contributed to the Mets’ 5-2 loss to the Reds at Citi Field. Torrens made […]
Luis Torrens’ approach to taking on the everyday catching position for the Mets
In Philadelphia, the Mets have decided on Francisco Alvarez as their regular catcher. The team feels the 23-year-old needs to refine his daily performance, particularly given that other top prospects haven’t quite lived up to expectations. Alongside Alvarez, they’ve also picked Louis Torrens. Interestingly, Torrens, who was previously regarded as one of the better backup […]
Foul ball to the groin makes Mets’ Luis Torrens consider changing his gear
Torrens Considering Gear Upgrade After Injury Luis Torrens is thinking about changing his protective gear after leaving Sunday’s game due to a foul tip to the groin. The Mets catcher had on a plastic cup, but after years of experiencing such impacts, he’s contemplating a more robust option. “I’m not sure if I need to […]
Mets’ Luis Torrens continues to shine as Francisco Alvarez nears return
Francisco Alvarez’s return to the Mets is nearing, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that his successor will be appointed frequently. According to coach Carlos Mendoza, Luis Torrence will thrive behind the plate and in the lineup, and will continue to be part of the mix, thrive behind the plate and in the lineup in Alvarez’s […]
Luis Torrens is up for his unexpected Mets challenge
Port St. Lucy – Lewis Torrens helped inject life into last year's Mets season, but now faces even greater responsibility with the team. It will become 28-year-old Torrence, a catcher who was extended to start the season as Francisco Alvarez was sidelined for 6-8 weeks after breaking Hamate's bone in his left hand last weekend. […]
Luis Torrens delivers latest all-around effort since joining Mets
The Mets have one of the best pitching staffs in the league, but the pitching isn’t coming from the pitchers. Enter Luis Torrens, a 28-year-old catcher with a powerful right arm. Even better, the Mets acquired him from the Yankees for cash only. “You can count on him to provide quality at-bats, but he also […]
Luis Torrens plays hero in Mets’ win over Pirates to snap skid
PITTSBURGH — Luis Torrens wouldn’t have been in the Mets’ starting lineup Saturday if Francisco Alvarez had been healthy, but the team’s starting catcher was still in pain. In a scary moment the night before, Alvarez was hit in the left elbow by a 99 mph fastball from Paul Skenes. Luis Torrens’ three-run double sealed […]
Unheralded Luis Torrens extends Mets tear with blast vs. Padres
The Mets’ lead, which at one point was up by six, was now down to just one. With the Padres trailing by four in the top of the eighth, tension began to build at Citi Field as Edwin Diaz warmed up in the bullpen. But after four pitches, he let out a sigh of relief. […]
Mets acquire catcher Luis Torrens from Yankees, DFA Omar Narvaez
The Mets and Yankees completed a rare citywide trade. The Mets acquired catcher Luis Torrens from the Yankees and designated veteran catcher Omar Narvaez for assignment. Joel Sherman of the Post confirmed. Torrens, 28, is batting .279 with five home runs and an .807 OPS for Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre this season. The Yankees traded catcher Luis […]