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Mets 101 Game Preview: New York Mets at Atlanta Braves
June 17th, 2013 at 6:16 PM
Looking to hold down his spot in the rotation in the wake of the arrival of prospect Zach Wheeler tomorrow to the majors, Mets' starter Dillon Gee takes the mound tonight.  His opponents will be the NL East Division leaders Atlanta Braves.  Gee's other opponents are within his own team,...

Mets 101 All-Star Memories: Jon Matlack (1974-76)
June 16th, 2013 at 10:35 PM
A key figure in the 1973 "Miracle Mets" season, starting pitcher Jon Matlack represented New York and the National League in three consecutive All-Star games from 1974 to 1976. The southpaw formed an impressive trio with Jerry Koosman (two All-Star games) and Tom Seaver (twelve All-Star games) for the Mets...

Mets 101 Game Preview: Chicago Cubs at New York Mets
June 15th, 2013 at 1:17 PM
Looking to bounce back from an embarrassing 6-3 loss to the Chicago Cubs, the Mets have lefty Jonathan Niese on the mound.  Here is today's line up for the game: 2B Jordany Valdespin 1B Daniel Murphy 3B David Wright RF Marlon Byrd LF Lucas Duda SS Justin Turner C   Anthony Recker CF Juan Lagares P   Jonathan Niese Jonathon Niese (3-5, 4.24...

Rafael Montero Promoted to Triple-A Las Vegas
June 14th, 2013 at 6:10 PM
With Zack Wheeler's impending promotion to the big leagues, the Las Vegas 51's will have an opening in their starting rotation. That opening will be filled by another top young prospect. Rafael Montero, who is considered the next in line among the team's top young pitching prospects, has been promoted...

Pre-Injury Ruben Tejada: What’s Wrong with Him?
June 11th, 2013 at 12:20 AM
Coming into this season, the New York Mets were expecting Ruben Tejada to be a pivotal bat in their line up.  Injuries and disappointing play have left the third year pro in a terrible slump this season.   ***PHOTO1*** To start the year so far, Tejada is hitting for a .209 AVG,...

Lucas Duda the Next in Line for a Trip to Las Vegas?
June 10th, 2013 at 11:54 PM
A day after the Mets demoted Ike Davis, a key member of the ballclub's future, to AAA Las Vegas to find his game, one has to wonder who the next domino to fall will be as the Amazins continue to plummet in the standings. With another embarrassing sweep at the...

Minor League Mondays: Zack Wheeler Update
June 10th, 2013 at 11:35 AM
***PHOTO1*** One of our first topics for Minor League Mondays in 2013 was starting pitcher Zack Wheeler. Wheeler, the organization's prized pitching prospect acquired in the Carlos Beltran trade, has been a symbol of hope in an otherwise lost season for the New York Mets and their fans. With the Mets...

New York Mets Calling up Josh Satin, Collin Cowgill, and Josh Edgin to Fill Roster After Mass Demotion
June 9th, 2013 at 8:32 PM
After today's abysmal loss that sealed a second consecutive sweep to the lowly Miami Marlins, the clock struck midnight for several under performing Mets. Chief among them was first baseman Ike Davis. Davis, relief pitcher Robert Carson, and outfielder Mike Baxter were all demoted to Triple-A Las Vegas as part...

Miami Marlins at New York Mets Game Preview
June 8th, 2013 at 1:04 PM
***PHOTO1*** Following two consecutive rain-outs, the New York Mets (23-33) return to action at Citi Field Saturday afternoon to begin a shortened two game series with the NL East rival Miami Marlins (16-44). First pitch is scheduled for 1:10 PM. It will be the second time in a week that the...

New York Mets Pitcher Bobby Parnell Puts It All Together in 2013
June 8th, 2013 at 10:51 AM
When Bobby Parnell made it to the majors, it was clear what the New York Mets had on their hands: a power-pitching reliever who threw the ball in excess of 99 MPH.   His control and secondary pitches were behind in his development, but when you have a guy that throws...

Mets 101 All-Star Memories – Bud Harrelson (1970-71)
June 7th, 2013 at 8:53 PM
A member of the ballclub's 1969 World Series squad, Derrel "Bud" Harrelson was a steady fixture in the New York Mets infield for thirteen seasons from 1965 to 1978. Bud Harrelson was a light hitter but possessed a slick glove and made a name for himself based on his fielding...

New York Mets Select High School First Baseman Dominic Smith with First Round Pick
June 6th, 2013 at 9:22 PM
The 11th pick in the 2013 MLB Draft belonged to the New York Mets, and it was surrounded with a little extra intrigue this year. This pick was the center of a compensation dispute between the Mets and Major League Baseball when the team was trying to mount a pursuit...

Mets 101 Met of the Month: Daniel Murphy
June 4th, 2013 at 8:44 PM
For the New York Mets, May was certainly a rollercoaster ride, with the Amazins ultimately finishing at 12-15 for the month, leaving them in fourth place in the NL East. After winning four of their first six games in May, the ballclub endured a six-game losing streak, matching their own...

New York Mets at Washington Nationals Game Preview
June 4th, 2013 at 7:16 PM
After a brutal sweep at the hands of the lowly Miami Marlins, the Mets are looking to bounce back against the struggling Washington Nationals.  Here's the line up for the game: SS Omar Quintanilla 2B Daniel Murphy 3B David Wright LF Lucas Duda C  John Buck 1B Ike Davis RF Jordany Valdespin CF Rick Ankiel P   Jeremy Hefner Jeremy Hefner...

Minor League Mondays: Pitching Prospect Luis Mateo
June 3rd, 2013 at 5:21 PM
Welcome to another edition of the Minor League Monday, as we take a look at New York Mets' prospect Luis Mateo. At 6'3" and 185 lbs. Mateo carries a lean body.  Along with his light figure he also brings along a fast ball which averages between 91-93 mph and tops out...

An Early Preview of Potential 2013 New York Mets All Stars
June 3rd, 2013 at 11:10 AM
As the calendar hits June, excitement continues to build for the 2013 All Star Game at Citi Field. While a lot of exciting events and famous participants have been announced, very little attention has been paid to the players who will play in the main event. While there should be...

Mets 101 News and Notes: Ike Davis and Ruben Tejada Both in Jeopardy of Minor League Stint
May 29th, 2013 at 4:19 PM
With the Subway Series in full swing, the city is full of baseball fever. The New York Mets have made their fans happy over the last two nights, completing two comeback victories over the New York Yankees. While there is a good vibe surrounding the club right now, trouble may...

Great Game; Amazing Finish! the New York Mets Beat the New York Yankees
May 29th, 2013 at 12:28 AM
New York- In a night that began in tribute to the undisputed greatest closer of all time, the game and it's finish was one that couldn't be scripted.  The Mets take the win and the series tonight 2-1.  ***PHOTO1*** It was a game of beginnings and endings.  Yankees great and future hall...

Mets 101 Game Preview: New York Yankees at New York Mets
May 28th, 2013 at 6:33 PM
Looking to capitalize on their win yesterday and with their phenom on the mound today, the Mets take on the Yankees in part two of 2013's first Subway Series meeting.  Here is today's line up: SS Ruben Tejada 2B Daniel Murphy 3B David Wright LF Lucas Duda RF Marlon Byrd CF Rick Ankiel C  John Buck 1B Ike Davis P  ...

New York Mets Take Game 1 of Subway Series Against New York Yankees
May 28th, 2013 at 12:03 AM
[caption id="attachment_28248" align="alignnone" width="300" caption="The New York Mets Have Managed To Take Game One Of the 2013 Subway Series"][/caption] New York- It comes down to clutch performances by vital players in critical moments, to win games.  For the Mets to edge past the Yankees for a score of 2-1 to take...