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Max Scherzer Flattens Phillies Thursday
New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer delivered a strong showing on Thursday in a 4-2 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies. Scherzer went seven innings, allowing two runs (one earned) on five hits and a walk. He also added nine strikeouts to his line, and it could have been more considering he had 22 swinging strikes on 101 pitches. His fastball was working in this one, generating 15 swinging strikes and a 49% CSW on its own. Mad Max now has a 3.21 ERA, 1.09 WHIP, and 48:14 K:BB ratio in 47 IP. He has allowed less than two earned runs in six of his eight starts this season and appears on track to turn in another ace-level fantasy season.
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New York Mets Max ScherzerDrew Smith Records One-Out Save
New York Mets right-handed pitcher Drew Smith recorded his second save of the season in a 4-2 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday. The save was of the unconventional variety, as Brooks Raley recorded two outs in the ninth but allowed a baserunner, prompting the Mets to turn to the righty. Smith got Drew Ellis to fly out to earn the one-out save. Adam Ottavino and David Robertson were both presumably unavailable in this one given they worked the previous two days. Throw all of this together and it makes it pretty clear that this was a one-off for Smith, who is unlikely to see many save opportunities.
Jun 2 · Source via Closers New York Mets Drew SmithEdwin Díaz Targeting Late-Season Return
Mets closer Edwin Díaz has been on the injured list all season after undergoing knee surgery in March but is still hoping for a return later in the season. "If everything keeps going how it's going, we've got a chance to pitch," he tells Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. "The trainers and doctors will decide, but…
Jun 1 · MLB Trade Rumors Closers New York Mets Edwin Diaz David RobertsonEdwin Diaz Thinks He Can Return This Year
New York Mets closer Edwin Diaz (knee), who tore the patellar tendon in his right knee while celebrating a win for Team Puerto Rico in this year's World Baseball Classic on March 15, thinks he can return this season. "If everything keeps going how it's going, we've got a chance to pitch," Diaz said. "The trainers and doctors will decide, but I feel great. Let's see what's coming for us." General manager Billy Eppler initially said that Diaz would be around eight months, but occasionally athletes can return in six months. A six-month return would enable Diaz to rejoin the team in mid-September, which would leave him very little time to make any kind of fantasy impact in 2023. The 29-year-old remains a ways off from a potential return. For the foreseeable future, David Robertson and Adam Ottavino will continue to share save chances in Queens.
Jun 1 · Source via Closers New York Mets Edwin DiazKodai Senga Might Pitch On Sunday
The New York Mets are considering starting right-hander Kodai Senga on four days of rest this Sunday against the Toronto Blue Jays for the first time, according to manager Buck Showalter. Senga has only pitched on extra rest so far in his first season in the big leagues since coming over from Japan. The Mets plan to do some testing on Senga later this week to gauge the situation. The 30-year-old has gotten five days between all of his 10 starts so far in 2023, and he's contributed a 3.44 ERA (3.85 FIP), 1.34 WHIP, 31 walks and 70 K's in 55 innings pitched. Sunday's start would be at home, where the Japanese hurler has excelled to the tune of a 1.20 ERA in five starts. He's also coming off a phenomenal performance against the Phillies on Tuesday, when he threw seven shutout innings with nine punchouts.
Jun 1 · Source via New York Mets Kodai SengaFrancisco Alvarez Hitting In Nine-Hole
New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez is back in the starting lineup on Thursday against the Philadelphia Phillies and right-hander Taijuan Walker, and he is hitting ninth in the batting order. Alvarez got a day of rest on Wednesday after starting the previous six games. The 21-year-old catching prospect will return on Thursday in a matinee affair, but he'll have less DFS appeal at the bottom of the order. After a slow start at the plate, Alvarez has caught fire offensively, going 12-for-34 (.353) with two doubles, five home runs and 13 RBI in his last nine games. If he continues to swing the bat well, he should feature higher up in New York's batting order. Regardless, Alvarez is finally starting to show the offensive potential he promised one of the top catching prospects in baseball.
Jun 1 · Source via Prospects New York Mets Francisco AlvarezDavid Robertson Records 10th Save Of Season Wednesday
On Wednesday, New York Mets pitcher David Robertson took the mound and hurled a flawless ninth inning, preserving a two-run lead against the Phillies and earning his 10th save of the season. Robertson, in the frame, struck out Edmundo Sosa and Bryson Stott. Despite allowing three earned runs and eight hits in his last seven outings, Robertson's ERA stands at an outstanding 1.48, a testament to his overall effectiveness on the mound.
Jun 1 · Source via Closers New York Mets David RobertsonMets Acquire Tyler White From Twins
The acquired journeyman first baseman Tyler White from the Twins this week, per the team’s transaction log. He made his debut with the Mets’ Triple-A club in Syracuse today, going 0-for-4. A return wasn’t specified, though minor veteran swaps of this nature typically send cash back the other direction. White, 32, has spent parts of…
May 31 · MLB Trade Rumors New York Mets Minnesota Twins Tyler WhiteJose Quintana To Face Hitters Monday
New York Mets left-hander Jose Quintana (rib cage) is set to face live batters during a live batting practice session on Monday for the first time since having a bone-graft rib surgery in March. Quintana should embark on a minor-league rehab assignment shortly after. The 34-year-old Colombian southpaw has yet to pitch at all for the Mets in 2023, but he's nearing his return and should join their starting rotation in late June after signing a two-year, $26 million contract as a free agent over the winter. In 32 starts for the Pittsburgh Pirates and St. Louis Cardinals in 2022, Quintana turned back the clock with a career-best 2.93 combined ERA (2.99 FIP), 1.21 WHIP and 20.2% strikeout rate in 165 2/3 innings. Don't expect similar numbers when he returns this year, and his 7.4 K/9 in 2022 was his lowest since 2013.
May 31 · Source via New York Mets Jose QuintanaRonny Mauricio Extends On-Base Streak
New York Mets shortstop prospect Ronny Mauricio extended his on-base streak to 19 games with a single on Monday for the Syracuse Mets. The 22-year-old has been on a tear in May, slashing .362/.404/.543 with 16 extra-base hits. However, Mauricio only has one home run in May, but he is making a ton of contact and limiting the strikeouts, displaying an 11:6 K: BB ratio. The shortstop prospect has shifted to second base in Triple-A and has proven to be a capable defender at the position. Mauricio could slot in at second base while Jeff McNeil plays the outfield. Fantasy managers should stash Mauricio since his promotion could come any day now.
May 31 · Source via Prospects New York Mets Ronny MauricioDavid Robertson Notches Ninth Save Of Season Tuesday
New York Mets relief pitcher David Robertson picked up his ninth save of the season in Tuesday's 2-0 win over the Phillies. The veteran came in to pitch the top of the ninth up by two. He got the first out on a strikeout, allowed a single, and ended the game on a ground-ball double play. Robertson has seen the majority of save opportunities for the Mets this season and has converted all but one of them with a 1.54 ERA and 10.41 K/9 rate. Adam Ottavino has five saves of his own and carries fantasy value, but Robertson is the clear front-runner in the Mets' bullpen for fantasy managers at this time.
May 31 · Source via Closers New York Mets David RobertsonKodai Senga Allows One Hit, Fans Nine Tuesday
New York Mets starting pitcher Kodai Senga pitched an excellent game in Tuesday's 2-0 win over the Phillies. Senga pitched seven innings, allowing just one hit and no walks with nine strikeouts. The 30-year-old brought the best version of his game today and is now 5-3 with a 3.44 ERA, 11.45 K/9 rate, and 5.07 BB/9 rate. He remains a high-upside fantasy option when he isn't walking batters, but the high number of walks has led to some poor outings as well. He will look to keep things rolling in his next start against the Blue Jays.
May 31 · Source via New York Mets Kodai SengaMets Designate Jimmy Yacabonis For Assignment
The Mets reinstated right-hander Jimmy Yacabonis from the injured list and designated him for assignment, per Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. Yacabonis, 31, was signed to a minor league deal in the offseason. He was selected to the club’s roster in the middle of April and made five appearances with an ERA of 9.00 before landing…
May 30 · MLB Trade Rumors New York Mets Jimmy YacabonisFrancisco Alvarez In The Two-Hole Tuesday
New York Mets catching prospect Francisco Alvarez is behind the plate and is hitting second on Tuesday against the division-rival Philadelphia Phillies and left-hander Ranger Suarez. Not only has Alvarez earned more playing time for the Mets of late, but he's also earned a spot high up in the batting order. After a slow start to the season, the 21-year-old Venezuelan backstop has hit .309 (21-for-68) with six doubles, seven home runs, 17 RBI and 11 runs scored in 21 games in the month of May to raise his season slash line to .269/.327/.558 with an .885 OPS. Even when Omar Narvaez (calf) returns from the injured list soon, Alvarez has earned the majority of starts behind the dish for the Mets.
May 30 · Source via Prospects New York Mets Francisco AlvarezJeff McNeil Back In Action Against Phillies
New York Mets second baseman Jeff McNeil (groin) has returned to the lineup on Tuesday. He is starting at the keystone and is hitting seventh in the batting order against Philadelphia Phillies left-hander Ranger Suarez. Mild groin tightness kept the 31-year-old veteran infielder out of Sunday's game against the Colorado Rockies, but after Monday's off day on Memorial Day, he'll return to action against the division rivals. In single-year formats, fantasy managers will want to get McNeil back into their starting lineups, even against a southpaw. In 68 plate appearances against lefties so far this year, McNeil is hitting a cool .291 (16-for-55), although he has no home runs against them and only two total on the year.
May 30 · Source via New York Mets Jeff McNeilPadres Claim Gary Sanchez Off Waivers From Mets
The Padres have acquired catcher Gary Sanchez, according to reporter Miriam Luz (Twitter link). Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune adds that Sanchez was picked up on a waiver claim, after the backstop was designated for assignment by the Mets last week. Today’s waiver claim continues a whirlwind of movement for Sanchez, who went…
May 29 · MLB Trade Rumors San Diego Padres New York Mets Gary SanchezGary Sanchez Claimed Off Waivers By Padres
The San Diego Padres have claimed veteran catcher Gary Sanchez off waivers from the New York Mets after he was designated for assignment last Thursday. The former Yankees backstop made just seven trips to the plate for the Mets, going 1-for-17 with an RBI in that time. It's been a rough stretch for a player who burst onto the scene with 20 home runs in just 53 games as a rookie in the 2016 season. Sanchez hit just .205 with 16 home runs and a .659 OPS with the Twins last season before struggling to find a home on the open market this winter. He was signed by the Giants but didn't appear in a big-league game before eventually landing with the Mets for three game appearances. He'll get an opportunity to contribute for a Padres team that ranks dead last with a .218 wOBA from their catchers this season.
May 29 · Source via New York Mets San Diego Padres Gary SanchezTommy Pham Comes Out Of Nowhere With Huge Effort
New York Mets outfielder/designated hitter Tommy Pham went 3-for-4 with four RBI, two stolen bases, and two runs scored on Sunday, but the team was outscored 11-10 against the Colorado Rockies. The 35-year-old didn't sign with the Mets until the late stages of the offseason and has underwhelmed overall. The three-hit attack raised his average to a still faint .225 with three homers, 14 RBI and five swipes over 89 at-bats this season. Pham may have helped DFS players take down a tournament on Sunday, but we wouldn't advocate adding the journeyman off fantasy waivers at this time despite the great performance. He's immersed in a part-time role with multiple New York batters.
May 28 · Source via New York Mets Tommy PhamJeff McNeil Not In The Lineup On Sunday Against Colorado
New York Mets second baseman Jeff McNeil (groin) is not in the starting lineup on Sunday against the Colorado Rockies. McNeil is dealing with some groin discomfort, according to Mets manager Buck Showalter so he's giving the 31-year-old the day off on Sunday. He will be available off the bench but the Mets are going to be cautious with him. It'll be Eduardo Escobar getting the start at the keystone on Sunday against Austin Gomber and the Rockies.
May 28 · Source via New York Mets Jeff McNeilJustin Verlander Aims To Build On Longest Start
New York Mets starting pitcher Justin Verlander toes the rubber on the road against the Colorado Rockies on Saturday, perhaps spelling fear into fantasy managers due to the ballpark factor. The 40-year-old has only two starts at Coors Field over his illustrious career, but he's dominated to the tune of a 1.20 ERA in 15 career innings including a complete game in 2011. It's the highly-decorated veteran's lowest ERA at any particular venue he's had multiple appearances at. Verlander, a set-and-forget fantasy play regardless of matchup, makes for an enticing DFS play for the late slate while some players are scared off by the hitter-friendly environment. The three-time Cy Young award winner fired eight strong innings for his second win of the campaign last Sunday against the Cleveland Guardians.
May 27 · Source via New York Mets Justin VerlanderDaniel Vogelbach Sitting On Saturday Amidst Tough Year
New York Mets designated hitter Daniel Vogelbach is not in the starting lineup on Saturday versus the Colorado Rockies. The left-handed batter takes a seat despite a matchup with right-hander Chase Anderson. Vogelbach, a platoon specialist, has provided the Mets with precious little this year, besides walks, as a supposed righty masher. He's slugging just .347 in 95 at-bats against righties this year. The 30-year-old also has zero RBI or extra-base hits over his last 13 games, going 5-for-35 with an unfathomable .143 SLG. Deep-league or NL-only fantasy managers hope Vogelbach's 52.1% hard-hit rate amounts to something soon, but the one-time All-Star is trending down. Rookie Mark Vientos is DHing and hitting eighth on Saturday.
May 27 · Source via New York Mets Daniel VogelbachMets Designate Gary Sánchez For Assignment
The Mets announced that they have reinstated catcher Tomás Nido from the injured list and designated fellow backstop Gary Sánchez for assignment in a corresponding move. Sánchez, 30, was selected to the Mets’ roster less than a week ago. He received seven plate appearances in three games, striking out in three of them and producing…
May 26 · MLB Trade Rumors New York Mets Tomas Nido Gary SanchezJeff McNeil Pokes Three Singles, Swipes Bag In Rout
New York Mets second baseman/outfielder Jeff McNeil went 3-for-4 with three runs scored and his third stolen base of the year as the team buried the Chicago Cubs 10-1 on Thursday. It was the 31-year-old's 16th multi-hit display of the season. McNeil has been hitting second or third quite frequently of late, but that premium lineup placement hasn't boosted his fantasy value. The reigning National League batting champion somehow owns a lower slugging percentage (.368) than on-base percentage (.370). McNeil is now hitting .291 with 22 runs scored, two homers and 16 RBI this year. The table-setting contact hitter remains purely a source of batting average and run scoring in fantasy.
May 26 · Source via New York Mets Jeff McNeilPete Alonso Swats 19th HR Of The Season
New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso went 2-for-2 with a home run, two RBI, two walks, and a stolen base in a resounding 10-1 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Thursday. The Mets pounded the Cubs in this one and Alonso stayed hot. He reached base in all four of his plate appearances and even swiped his first bag of the year. He also bopped his league-leading 19th home run of the season in the seventh inning off of Michael Rucker. Alonso has now homered six times in the last nine contests and has his season batting line up to .239/.341/.559 to go along with 19 home runs and 45 RBI across 188 at-bats.
May 26 · Source via New York Mets Pete AlonsoTomas Nido Reinstated From Injured List, Gary Sanchez DFA'd
The New York Mets reinstated catcher Tomas Nido (eye) from the 10-day injured list on Thursday and designated catcher Gary Sanchez for assignment in a corresponding move. Nido missed some time with vision issues, but apparently he's fixed them and is ready face big-league pitching again. Omar Narvaez (calf) is nearing a return from his injured-list stint as well, so for now, Nido will split playing time behind the plate in Queens with youngster Francisco Alvarez. The 29-year-old Nido offers very little fantasy-wise in the deepest of leagues with a .213 career average and only 13 home runs in seven big-league seasons. Sanchez is likely to join Triple-A Syracuse after going 1-for-6 with an RBI and three strikeouts in three games played for the Mets.
May 25 · Source via New York Mets Tomas Nido Gary SanchezBrandon Nimmo In Top 25 In NL In Runs Scored
New York Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo added three hits and a run scored to his season line Tuesday night against the Chicago Cubs. Nimmo has hit safely in five of his last six games and has scored a run in four of his last seven games. With a .295 average, four home runs, 27 runs scored, 19 RBI and three stolen bases entering play Thursday, Nimmo is living up to both the lofty contract the Mets gave him over the offseason and his preseason fantasy expectations. He looks like he'll continue to be a safe bet for balanced fantasy production for the rest of this season.
May 25 · Source via New York Mets Brandon NimmoOmar Narvaez To Begin His Rehab Assignment Thursday
New York Mets backstop Omar Narvaez (calf) is ready to start his rehab assignment and will join High-A Brooklyn on Thursday, according to MLB.com. The one-time All-Star has been out of action since April 5 after suffering a calf strain. Before the injury, Narvaez was hitting .286 with no home runs over just five games. The 31-year-old should return to the Mets in early June if all goes well. When he is back, expect him to take Gary Sanchez's spot on the roster and back up fellow catcher Francisco Alvarez. Without everyday playing time, Narvaev is irrelevant in just about every league.
May 25 · Source via New York Mets Omar NarvaezFrancisco Alvarez Doing The Catching Wednesday
New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez is starting behind the plate and is hitting ninth in the batting order on Wednesday against the Chicago Cubs and right-hander Marcus Stroman. Alvarez got off to a slow start this year, but he's showing signs of why he's one of the top catching prospects in all of baseball lately. The 21-year-old backstop is now hitting .238 (20-for-84) with four doubles, five home runs, 11 RBI and 10 runs scored in 28 total games. Alvarez has gone 13-for-48 (.271) with four doubles, four long balls and nine RBI in 16 games in May, and he may stick around in the big leagues once Tomas Nido and Omar Narvaez return from the injured list. If he sticks around with the Mets, Alvarez will likely be playing on a near-everyday basis.
May 24 · Source via Prospects New York Mets Francisco AlvarezTim Locastro To Undergo Thumb Surgery
Mets outfielder Tim Locastro will have surgery on the torn ulnar collateral ligament in his thumb, with manager Buck Showalter relaying the news to reporters, including Tim Healey of Newsday. Locastro, 30, joined the Mets on a minor league deal this winter and made the club’s Opening Day roster. He got into 11 games with…
May 23 · MLB Trade Rumors New York Mets Tim LocastroKodai Senga Pushed Back To Wednesday
New York Mets starting pitchers Tylor Megill and Kodai Senga will swap spots in the starting rotation this week, with Megill facing the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday and Senga being pushed back to Wednesday. The move prevents the Mets from having to use Senga on normal rest on Sunday on the road against the Colorado Rockies. He has gotten extra rest before every start this season in his first year in the big leagues. The 30-year-old Japanese hurler had a career-high 12 strikeouts in six innings against the Tampa Bay Rays his last time out, and he heads into his ninth start of 2023 with a 4-2 record, 3.77 ERA (4.35 FIP), 1.44 WHIP, 26 walks and 55 strikeouts in 43 innings pitched.
May 23 · Source via New York Mets Kodai SengaJustin Verlander Looks Fantastic On Sunday
New York Mets starting pitcher Justin Verlander made easy work of the Cleveland Guardians during Sunday's contest. The 40-year-old gave up a solo home run to Jose Ramirez in the first inning. After that, Verlander settled in and shut down the Guardians for the rest of the game. He went eight innings, three hits allowed, one earned run, and five strikeouts in the 2-1 victory. Verlander currently holds a 3.60 ERA, 0.92 WHIP and 20/5 K/BB ratio through four starts this season. His next start will be against the Rockies in Colorado on Sunday.
May 22 · Source via New York Mets Justin VerlanderBrooks Raley Picks Up First Save
New York Mets left-handed pitcher Brooks Raley tossed a clean inning to lock down his first save in a 2-1 win over the Cleveland Guardians in the second game of their Sunday back-to-backs. Interestingly, he also pitched in the first game and secured his 10th hold of the season. Adam Ottavino and David Robertson also both threw in game one, and also pitched Friday, which may have been the reason Raley was used in the second game over either of them. With his 3.52 ERA, 1.04 WHIP, and 10 holds, he is a useful option in saves plus holds leagues, as he appears to be one of Buck Showalter's go to options.
May 22 · Source via New York Mets Brooks RaleyNew York Mets Vs. Cleveland Guardians Postponed On Saturday
Saturday's game between the New York Mets and the Cleveland Guardians has been postponed due to inclement weather. There is a lot of rain in the forecast for the New York area on Saturday so the game has been postponed. The game will be made up as part of a doubleheader on Sunday. Max Scherzer and Tanner Bibee, Saturday's starters, will likely pitch in Game 1 on Sunday.
May 20 · Source via New York Mets Cleveland GuardiansInjury Notes: Quintana, Lugo, deGrom, Battenfield, Lee
The Mets have been without offseason pickup José Quintana all season thanks to a Spring Training rib issue that required surgery. The veteran southpaw got positive news this afternoon though. After receiving good results on a recent CT scan, Quintana told reporters he’s set to begin throwing off a mound for the first time since March (relayed…
May 20 · MLB Trade Rumors Cleveland Guardians New York Mets Texas Rangers San Diego Padres Peyton Battenfield Jacob deGrom Seth Lugo Jose QuintanaFrancisco Lindor Caps Off Thriller With Walk-Off Single
New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor went 3-for-6 with two runs scored and a game-winning single to sink the Cleveland Guardians 10-9 in a back-and-forth shootout on Friday. The 29-year-old delivered a memorable finish to his first game against the team that traded him in 2021. Lindor is yet to rediscover his Silver Slugger form with the Mets from his days with Cleveland, but he remains one of the most well-rounded fantasy shortstop options. The four-time All-Star is now slashing an improvable .235/.313/.419 with six homers, 32 RBI, and four stolen bases this year. Each of those hitting averages represent career lows, so expect Lindor's numbers to gradually rise as New York's offense continues to slug its way out of their recent funk.
May 20 · Source via New York Mets Francisco LindorTim Locastro May Need Surgery
According to Mets skipper Buck Showalter, outfielder Tim Locastro (thumb) may need surgery. The 30-year-old hasn't done anything all season, going hitless in seven at-bats (11 games). Unfortunately, while working his way back from back spasms at Triple-A Syracuse, he suffered a UCL sprain in his right thumb and found his way to the 60-day injured list on Friday. That said, Locastro hasn't offered anything to fantasy managers in 2023, so the latest update on his health won't mean a thing.
May 19 · Source via New York Mets Tim LocastroStarling Marte To Play On Friday
New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte (hand) is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Cleveland Guardians. The 34-year-old missed Thursday's game after getting hit by a pitch in the hand on Wednesday. It doesn't appear that it was a serious issue as Marte is back in the lineup after a one-game absence. He'll cover right field and bat sixth versus righty Cal Quantrill on Friday. Fantasy managers should make sure to double check their lineups and get Marte back in there for this one.
May 19 · Source via New York Mets Starling MarteCarlos Carrasco Set To Return Friday
New York Mets starting pitcher Carlos Carrasco (elbow) is expected to come off the injured list and start Friday's game against Cal Quantrill and the Cleveland Guardians, according to MLB.com. The right-hander hasn't pitched in big league action since April 15 after experiencing right elbow inflammation. Over Carrasco's first three starts, his numbers weren't pretty, pitching to an 8.56 ERA, 1.61 WHIP, and 12.3% strikeout rate. However, given his track record, including a 3.97 ERA in 2022, fantasy managers can assume things will start to regress in the right direction. This doesn't change the rotation much, as there was already a spot open after the club demoted Joey Lucchesi and David Peterson.
May 19 · Source via New York Mets Carlos CarrascoOmar Narvaez Almost Ready For A Rehab Assignment
New York Mets catcher Omar Narvaez (calf) is nearing a rehab assignment, which should come late next week, according to MLB.com. The 31-year-old went on the injured list after suffering a calf strain on April 5. He isn't eligible to return until June 5, but that might not be out of reach as things are heading in the right direction. Narvaez was hitting .286 with one run and two RBI before the ailment, but he struggled mightily in 2022, slashing .206/.292/.305 with four homers across 84 games. The Mets recently recalled backstop Gary Sanchez, so fantasy managers can expect to see Francisco Alvarez and Sanchez sharing time behind the plate for now.
May 19 · Source via New York Mets Omar NarvaezMets To Select Gary Sanchez
The Mets are selecting the contract of veteran catcher Gary Sánchez, reports Andy Martino of SNY (Twitter link). He’s expected to be formally added to the roster before tomorrow’s game against the Guardians. The Mets will need to create a spot on the 40-man roster before the contest. Sánchez signed a minor league deal with the…
May 19 · MLB Trade Rumors New York Mets Gary SanchezDavid Robertson Secures Save No. 8
New York Mets reliever David Robertson allowed one hit while striking out one across a scoreless inning to earn the save during Thursday's 3-2 win over the Tampa Bay Rays. He entered the game in the ninth inning to protect a one-run lead. The 38-year-old needed 11 pitches to make quick work of the Rays to secure his eighth save of the season. Robertson is a perfect 8-for-8 in save opportunities with a 0.95 ERA, 0.95 WHIP, and a 25: 7 K: BB across 19 innings in 2023. Fantasy managers should continue to roll with Robertson while he's handling closing duties for the Mets.
May 18 · Source via New York Mets David RobertsonDennis Santana Accepts Outright Assignment With Mets
Mets right-hander Dennis Santana went unclaimed on waivers and has been assigned outright to Triple-A Syracuse, per the team’s transaction log at MLB.com. It’s the second time this season the Mets have outrighted Santana, which grants him the ability to reject the assignment in favor of free agency. I’m told that Santana has accepted the…
May 18 · MLB Trade Rumors New York Mets Dennis SantanaFrancisco Alvarez, Mark Vientos Resting Thursday
New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez and rookie third baseman Mark Vientos are both out of the starting lineup on Thursday against the Tampa Bay Rays. Alvarez is a bit dinged up and will receive a day off behind the plate after he hit a big three-run home run in Wednesday's 10-inning victory. The 21-year-old backstop has now played in 26 games in 2023 and is hitting .218 (17-for-78) with four doubles, four home runs and nine RBI. The 23-year-old Vientos went 1-for-4 with his first big-league home run in his MLB debut on Wednesday. Michael Perez is doing the catching for New York on Thursday and is in the nine-hole, while Brett Baty is at third base and is batting fifth against Rays right-handed rookie Taj Bradley.
May 18 · Source via Prospects New York Mets Mark VientosStarling Marte Out With Hand Injury
New York Mets manager Buck Showalter said that outfielder Starling Marte (hand) is out of Thursday's lineup against the Tampa Bay Rays after he was hit by a pitch in the hand on Wednesday. The Mets don't sound very concerned with Marte's injury, even though he was sent for X-rays. With Marte out Thursday, Jeff McNeill will handle right field and hit third in the lineup against Rays right-handed rookie Taj Bradley. The 34-year-old Marte has stolen 11 bases already this season in 39 games, but he's hitting a disappointing .238 (34-for-143) with four doubles, one home run, 10 RBI and 15 runs scored in 157 plate appearances. For now, fantasy managers should consider him day-to-day.
May 18 · Source via New York Mets Starling MarteMets Mulling Gary Sanchez Promotion
The Mets are already set to call up top infield prospect Mark Vientos prior to tonight’s game, and SNY’s Andy Martino further reports that the club is also “carefully weighing” a swap of current catcher Michael Perez for veteran Gary Sanchez, who’s with the Mets’ Triple-A affiliate after signing a minor league deal earlier this…
May 17 · MLB Trade Rumors New York Mets Gary SanchezMets To Option Luis Guillorme
The Mets are going to option infielder Luis Guillorme, per Andy Martino of SNY. Guillorme’s roster spot will go to infielder Mark Vientos, whose promotion was reported on earlier today. Guillorme, 28, debuted with the Mets in 2018. He served as a frequently-optioned depth piece in his first couple of seasons but has generally been…
May 17 · MLB Trade Rumors New York Mets Luis GuillormeMets Promote Mark Vientos
New York Mets corner infield prospect Mark Vientos has been recalled by team on Wednesday. Vientos, 23, has torn the cover off the ball for Triple-A Syracuse with a .333 batting average to go along with 13 homers and 37 RBI. It was only a matter of time before forcing his way onto the roster, but the struggling Mets have finally gave in. Vientos historically has struggled with swing and misses in his career, but has made a drastic improvement this season and improved his overall strikeout rate significantly. The right-handed power hitter got a cup of coffee with the Mets last season and hit .167 with one home run and three RBI over 36 at-bats. Pete Alonso has first base covered, but Vientos is a natural third baseman and could platoon with fellow rookie Brett Baty and also see time as a designated hitter or even in the outfield. The Mets didn't bring him up to ride the bench and he should see plenty of at-bats in his future. Due to his immense power, he is worthy of a speculative add in all formats.
May 17 · Source via Prospects New York Mets Mark VientosPete Alonso Hits 14th Homer Tuesday
New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Tuesday's 8-5 loss to the Rays. Alonso crushed a seventh-inning Yonny Chirinos offering just down the left-field line for his 14th long ball of the season. The 28-year-old has not hit for average but has hit for plenty of power, slashing .233/.333/.516 with 33 RBI. Fantasy managers have come to expect a better batting average from Alonso based on his performance in the last two seasons, but there is really not much they can complain about given his elite power.
May 17 · Source via New York Mets Pete AlonsoJustin Verlander Turns In Another Dud Tuesday
New York Mets starting pitcher Justin Verlander had a poor home season debut in Tuesday's 8-5 loss to the Mets. Verlander pitched five innings, allowing six runs on eight hits (including two home runs) and two walks with just three strikeouts. The 40-year-old has now made three starts since returning from the injured list with a low-grade teres major strain in his throwing shoulder. He is 1-2 with a 4.76 ERA and 7.94 K/9 rate. Despite his age and injury history, fantasy managers still likely had confidence in him being one of fantasy's top starters. This has obviously not been the case, though it has been a small sample size. Verlander will look to turn things around in a favorable upcoming matchup against the Guardians.
May 17 · Source via New York Mets Justin VerlanderMets To Select Josh Walker
The Mets have optioned left-hander David Peterson, per Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. His active roster spot will go to fellow lefty Josh Walker, who was not previously on the 40-man roster, though the club already had a vacancy in that regard and won’t need to make a corresponding move. This is the first time that…
May 16 · MLB Trade Rumors New York Mets Josh WalkerTigers Claim Seth Elledge From Mets
The Tigers announced that they have claimed right-hander Seth Elledge off waivers from the Mets and optioned him to Triple-A Toledo. The Mets had designated him for assignment on the weekend. In order to open a spot for Elledge on their 40-man roster, the Tigers transferred right-hander Beau Brieske to the 60-day injured list. Elledge,…
May 16 · MLB Trade Rumors Detroit Tigers New York Mets Seth ElledgeMax Scherzer Looks Good In His Return Sunday
New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer (neck) had a successful return on Sunday against his old team, the Washington Nationals. After being scratched from his scheduled start earlier in the week due to neck spasms, Scherzer allowed only one run on two hits while walking two and striking out six in five innings on Sunday to pick up his third win of the year. The 38-year-old three-time Cy Young winner had a rough outing his last time out, so it was nice to see him look more like his usual dominant self in a great matchup against the Nats. Health could continue to be an issue for the aging superstar hurler, but for now he looks back on track. He should line up next for a more challenging start against the Cleveland Guardians.
May 15 · Source via New York Mets Max ScherzerBrett Baty Sitting Against Lefty Monday
New York Mets third baseman Brett Baty is not in the lineup on Monday against left-hander Patrick Corbin and the Washington Nationals. It's the third time in the last four games that Baty has started on the bench for the Mets against a southpaw. The 23-year-old is hitting better against lefties, though, than against righties so far in 2023. In 19 plate appearances against southpaws, he's gone 5-for-18 (.278) with a double and a solo home run while striking out only twice. Baty has struggled so far in May, going 8-for-45 (.178) with two doubles, a homer and four RBI in 13 games played. Eduardo Escobar will take his spot at the hot corner on Monday and will hit eight in the batting order against Corbin.
May 15 · Source via Prospects New York Mets Brett BatyMets Activate Brooks Raley, Designate Dennis Santana For Assignment
The Mets have announced that they’d designated right-hander Dennis Santana for assignment and activated lefty reliever Brooks Raley from the 15-day injured list. Santana, 27, had been added to the Mets’ roster earlier today for the first game of the day. The right-hander, who sported a career 5.22 ERA and 4.25 FIP coming into today’s…
May 14 · MLB Trade Rumors Closers New York Mets Brooks Raley Dennis SantanaMets Designate Seth Elledge For Assignment, Select Dennis Santana
According to Tim Britton of The Athletic, the Mets have designated right-hander Seth Elledge for assignment. That clears a spot on the 40-man roster for Dennis Santana, who Tim Healey of Newsday notes has been selected to the 40-man roster and recalled from Triple-A Syracuse. Healey goes on to note that left-hander Joey Lucchesi has…
May 14 · MLB Trade Rumors New York Mets Seth Elledge Dennis SantanaMark Vientos Hits Home Run No. 12
New York Mets third base prospect Mark Vientos hit his 12th home run of the 2023 Triple-A season in a game for Triple-A Syracuse. The 23-year-old is having a fantastic season, slashing .333/.420/.667 with 24 runs, 33 RBI, and a 12.1% walk rate in 36 games. The Florida native debuted at the major-league level last season, slashing .167/.268/.278 with a home run, three RBI, and three runs. Vientos should get the call-up soon to add some offensive firepower to a struggling Mets lineup that is 18th in OPS and 23rd in SLG. His poor defense limits the right-handed hitter to a platoon role with leftie DH Daniel Vogelbach, but he's still worth stashing in deeper leagues for his elite power.
May 14 · Source via New York Mets Mark VientosRonny Mauricio Hits Seventh Home Run
New York Mets shortstop prospect Ronny Mauricio hit his seventh home run of the 2023 Triple-A season in a game for Triple-A Syracuse. He was 3-for-5 with three runs, a double, a home run, and an RBI in a 7-8 loss for Syracuse. The Dominican Republic native is off to a great start, slashing .349/.387/.612 with seven home runs, 38 runs, 24 RBI, and eight stolen bases through 38 games. With his recent move to second base, Mauricio will see an easier path to the Mets' major-league squad. He is getting closer to a major-league debut so the time to stash is now.
May 13 · Source via New York Mets Ronny MauricioFrancisco Alvarez Absent From The Lineup On Saturday
New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez is absent from the lineup on Saturday against the Washington Nationals. The 21-year-old backstop will take a seat against Nats starter Trevor Williams while Michael Perez will take over behind the dish. Alvarez is slashing .231/.275/.415 with three home runs and six RBI over his first 65 at-bats on the year. He should return to the starting lineup for Sunday's series finale.
May 13 · Source via Prospects New York Mets Francisco AlvarezDrew Smith Records His First Save Friday
New York Mets reliever Drew Smith completed his first save of the season Friday, closing out the 3-2 victory over the Washington Nationals. The right-hander came into the game with two outs in the ninth and struck out the only batter he faced. Smith now owns a 1.88 ERA and 1.05 WHIP with 20 strikeouts across 14.1 innings. Adam Ottavino pitched the seventh, while David Robertson got the eighth and started the ninth but couldn't finish the game after walking a pair of batters. The 29-year-old Smith has some work to do to be a key member of the Mets closer committee, and he'll likely only be relevant in hold leagues this season, considering he has seven already.
May 13 · Source via Closers New York Mets Drew SmithMax Scherzer Throws Bullpen, Likely To Start Sunday
New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer (neck) threw around 35 pitches in his first bullpen session on Friday since being scratched from his start on Tuesday due to neck spasms. Scherzer finished his bullpen with one of his usual fist pumps, so it appears to have gone well and he'll likely take the mound to start on Sunday against his former team, the Washington Nationals. The 38-year-old right-hander said earlier in the week that he was hoping to start this weekend, so his neck issues don't appear to be very serious. The matchup against the Nats is a good one, but Scherzer will be more risky than normal coming off the injury. The three-time Cy Young winner also hasn't pitched very well in 2023 in his five starts, posting a 5.56 ERA, 1.41 WHIP and 20 K's in 22 2/3 frames.
May 12 · Source via New York Mets Max ScherzerMax Scherzer To Continue Being Monitored
New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer (neck) won't take the mound for Friday's game against the Washington Nationals. The veteran starter is dealing with a neck issue, but it's not believed to be serious. However, the Mets are concerned about Scherzer's shoulder issue. It is being reported that this scapula issue will need to be monitored and possibly managed throughout the season. Scherzer has already said he'd rather pitch at less than 100 percent rather than being placed on the injured list. However, the Mets might not have a choice if Scherzer continues to struggle on the mound. He holds a 5.56 ERA and 20/10 K/BB ratio in 22 2/3 innings this season. Fantasy managers will have to check back for more information throughout the week.
May 12 · Source via New York Mets Max ScherzerTylor Megill To Start On Friday
New York Mets starting pitcher Tylor Megill will be tasked with taking the mound against the Washington Nationals on Friday. The Mets had each starter listed as TBA coming into this series. That makes sense considering the uncertainty over Max Scherzer's availability right now. Megill has been disappointing through seven starts this season. He gave up three runs over 4 2/3 innings versus the Colorado Rockies in his last start. The Mets aren't getting much from Megill right now, so he's a fairly risky streaming option for Friday's slate.
May 12 · Source via New York Mets Tylor MegillKodai Senga Can't Shake Road Woes In Cincinnati
New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga lasted five innings and struck out seven batters in Thursday's defeat to the Cincinnati Reds, and he got knocked around for season highs in both hits (eight) and runs (five) allowed. He was saddled with his second loss of the year and watched his road ERA rise to 6.30 over four starts away from home. The 30-year-old Japanese import began his major-league career encouragingly with consecutive one-run efforts against the Miami Marlins, but Senga has been a mostly damaging fantasy play away from Citi Field. Fantasy managers might want to keep Senga on the bench for his next scheduled start on Tuesday against the world-beating Rays as he continues to get acclimated to MLB opposition.
May 12 · Source via New York Mets Kodai SengaCarlos Carrasco Scheduled To Make Rehab Start Sunday
New York Mets starting pitcher Carlos Carrasco (elbow) is tentatively scheduled to make his next minor-league rehab start on Sunday, May 14, before rejoining the Mets' starting rotation. He allowed a run over three innings for Double-A Binghamton on Tuesday. Between the start and a 46-pitch bullpen session, coaches were "very upbeat" about how he felt and pitched. Carrasco's bone spur in his right elbow could eventually require surgery, but in the short term he received a cortisone injection and restarted a throwing program the week of April 24. Barring a setback over the weekend, the 36-year-old veteran right-hander should be back in New York's rotation next week. He's sporting an 8.56 ERA and 1.61 WHIP with eight strikeouts in 13 2/3 innings over his first three starts, and Carrasco will be a very risky fantasy play in his first start back.
May 11 · Source via New York Mets Carlos CarrascoBrooks Raley On Track To Return Saturday
New York Mets left-hander Brooks Raley (elbow) threw an "impressive" simulated game last Wednesday at Citi Field and struck out three in one inning in a minor-league rehab appearance for Double-A Binghamton on Wednesday. Manager Buck Showalter said Raley is on track to return when he's eligible to come off the injured list on Saturday, May 13. Raley's placement on the 15-day injured list on April 29 was more of a maintenance issue than an actual injury, which is why the team never sent their only southpaw for an MRI exam. The 34-year-old has a 4.76 ERA over 11 1/3 innings this year, but he also has eight holds in 14 appearances out of the bullpen for the Mets. Raley is definitely useful in leagues that count holds.
May 11 · Source via Closers New York Mets Brooks RaleyMax Scherzer Won't Start Friday
New York Mets manager Buck Showalter said that starting pitcher Max Scherzer (neck) threw on flat ground on Thursday, but he won't be ready to start on Friday against the Washington Nationals. Instead, either Joey Lucchesi or Tylor Megill will get the nod. "Max threw out to 90 feet today," Showalter said, "He's improving each day, so it's a matter of 'when.' Want to get him up on the mound and make sure that's OK." Neck spasms scratched Scherzer from his previously scheduled start on Tuesday. There's still a chance the three-time Cy Young winner will be able to pitch in the series against Washington, and it looks like he'll be able to avoid a stint on the injured list. Hopefully for his fantasy managers, the 38-year-old isn't starting to break down.
May 11 · Source via New York Mets Max ScherzerFrancisco Alvarez Behind The Dish Thursday
New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez is doing the catching and is hitting ninth in the batting order on Thursday against the Cincinnati Reds and right-hander Derek Law. It's the fifth start in a row for the young catcher, and he's also starting in a day game after a night game. The 21-year-old has started to pick it up of late with his bat and is now hitting .228 (13-for-57) with two doubles, three home runs and six RBI in 20 games played. Since the calendar flipped to May, Alvarez has gone 6-for-21 (.286) with two doubles, two home runs and four RBI in eight games. He doesn't have a ton of DFS appeal in the nine-hole on Thursday, but it's a good matchup and he's been swinging the bat much better.
May 11 · Source via Prospects New York Mets Francisco AlvarezTomas Nido Placed On The Injured List Wednesday
The New York Mets placed catcher Tomas Nido (eyes) on the 10-day injured list with a vision issue, according to MLB.com. The 29-year-old was in the middle of a horrible start to the season offensively, slashing .118/.148/.118 in a backup role. In a corresponding move, the club recalled Michael Perez from Triple-A. The former fifth-rounder has played parts of five seasons at the big league level but hasn't hit much, batting .174 with a .545 OPS in his career. Perez will backup Francisco Alvarez, who was already the starting catcher in New York, so this news doesn't change much for any fantasy manager.
May 11 · Source via New York Mets Tomas NidoDavid Robertson Picks Up Seventh Save
New York Mets right-hander David Robertson picked up his seventh save of the season after tossing a scoreless ninth to close out the Reds 2-1 on Wednesday. Robertson has inarguably been the most effective Mets' reliever after signing a one-year $10 million deal over the offseason. He owns a 0.59 ERA, 0.85 WHIP, with 20 strikeouts and five walks across 15 1/3 innings. He also displays a 32.7% strikeout rate, a 9.1% walk rate, and a .163 opponent average. With star closer Edwin Diaz expected to miss the season, Robertson was next in line to fill in as the closer. After a month of play, it's fair to say that the 38-year-old has done a solid job of replacing Diaz, and has been one of the most dominant relievers in the game.
May 10 · Source via Closers New York Mets David RobertsonMets Select Michael Pérez
The Mets announced that they have selected the contract of catcher Michael Pérez. He will take the roster spot of fellow backstop Tomás Nido who has been placed on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to May 7, due to dry eye syndrome. Right-hander Elieser Hernández was transferred to the 60-day injured list to open a…
May 10 · MLB Trade Rumors New York Mets Michael PerezMark Canha On The Bench Wednesday Versus Reds
New York Mets outfielder Mark Canha is not in Wednesday's starting lineup against the Cincinnati Reds and right-hander Hunter Greene. The veteran is getting regular time off amid a slow start to the season. Canha hasn't enjoyed a multi-hit effort since back on April 22 while he has just two hits in his last four games spanning 15 trips to the plate. For the season, the left fielder is hitting just .216 with three homers, two stolen bases, and a .657 OPS across 128 trips to the plate. His 86 wRC+ represents a figure 14% below the league average while he sits in the 18th percentile in hard-hit rate and 20th in average exit velocity. Jeff McNeil will slide into left field in Canha's stead Wednesday night.
May 10 · Source via New York Mets Mark CanhaFrancisco Alvarez Goes Deep Twice In Loss
New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez went 2-for-4 with two solo home runs in the team's defeat to the Reds on Tuesday. The 21-year-old raised his batting average to .241 with the performance. The round trippers provide a glimmer of hope to fantasy managers in redraft leagues who flocked to waiver wires to add him last month, only to witness an extended nondescript start to Alvarez's professional career. He has been hitting better of late, though, going 8-for-23 since April 27. Alvarez is not yet living up to the hype that's made him baseball's top prospect the past two years, but the hard-hitting backstop should be glued atop fantasy watch lists for his mouthwatering potential.
May 10 · Source via Prospects New York Mets Francisco AlvarezCarlos Carrasco Goes Three Innings In Rehab Start
New York Mets starting pitcher Carlos Carrasco (elbow, illness) made his first minor-league rehab start for Double-A Binghamton on Tuesday and allowed a run on three hits while walking one and striking out one in three innings of work. Carrasco only threw 33 pitches in the outing, so it's more than likely that he'll need at least one more rehab start before the Mets feeling comfortable returning him to their starting rotation. The 36-year-old right-hander has been on the injured list since the middle of April due to right-elbow inflammation, and he was sporting an ugly 8.56 ERA, 1.61 WHIP and only eight strikeouts in 13 2/3 innings in his three starts for the team before his injury. Carrasco's first rehab start was pushed back to Tuesday due to an illness.
May 9 · Source via New York Mets Carlos CarrascoMax Scherzer Expects To Miss A Couple Days
New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer (neck, shoulder) said he expects to miss a couple of days and pitch against the Washington Nationals in the next series this weekend. Scherzer's neck discomfort set in on Sunday and was much worse Monday morning, leading to him being scratched from his scheduled start on Tuesday against the Cincinnati Reds. "I wish I could pitch, but when this locks up, you can't do a thing until it subsides," Scherzer said. The 38-year-old right-hander is hoping to avoid the injured list, but fantasy managers can't rule out the possibility of it going that way if Scherzer isn't ready to face his old team by the weekend. The three-time Cy Young winner hasn't been at his best so far in 2023, and injuries haven't helped.
May 9 · Source via New York Mets Max ScherzerStarling Marte Hitting Sixth On Tuesday
New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte is starting in right field and is hitting sixth in the lineup against the Cincinnati Reds and right-hander Luke Weaver on Tuesday. Because he's slumping, Marte will be bumped down to sixth on Tuesday. The 34-year-old veteran Dominican will take a hit in DFS with the move, but fantasy managers should probably be avoiding him anywhere because of his cold spell at the plate. In 30 games (121 plate appearances) so far this year, Marte is hitting just .213 (23-for-108) with four doubles, one home run, eight RBI, nine stolen bases and 11 runs scored. In six games to start the month of May, Marte has gone 4-for-23 (.174) with an RBI, walk and six strikeouts. His only home run came on April 7.
May 9 · Source via New York Mets Starling MarteMax Scherzer Up In The Air For Tuesday's Start
New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer (shoulder) is uncertain to make his scheduled start on Tuesday against the Cincinnati Reds, and the team has called up left-hander David Peterson to be on standby as a potential replacement. Scherzer isn't quite 100 percent healthy and is still dealing with discomfort underneath his right scapular, so the 38-year-old veteran right-hander is a candidate to go on the injured list if he can't recover quickly enough. He said he's "trying like hell not to join the injured list." Father Time may finally be catching up with the three-time Cy Young winner, as he's currently sporting a 5.56 ERA (6.35 FIP), 1.41 WHIP, 10 walks and 20 strikeouts in 22 2/3 innings over his five starts in his second year with the Mets.
May 9 · Source via New York Mets Max ScherzerMets Sign Gary Sanchez To Minor League Deal
Gary Sanchez is returning to New York, as the veteran catcher is signing a minor league contract with the Mets, according to Joel Sherman of the New York Post. Sanchez, 30, was unable to find a big league opportunity this past winter despite being the starting catcher for the Twins last season, and for the…
May 9 · MLB Trade Rumors Prospects New York Mets Francisco Alvarez Omar Narvaez Tomas Nido Gary SanchezDavid Peterson Could Make Spot Start Tuesday
New York Mets left-hander David Peterson was supposed to start on Tuesday for Triple-A Syracuse, but that's no longer the case. He is traveling to Cincinnati in case the Mets need an emergency spot starter. Max Scherzer (shoulder) is currently listed as Tuesday's starter against the Reds, but he's still not 100 percent healthy. The 27-year-old Peterson hasn't fared well in his six starts for the Mets in 2023, but he could be a sneaky streaming play in deeper leagues if he gets the start for Scherzer on Tuesday. In 30 2/3 innings at the big-league level so far this year, Peterson has a 7.34 ERA (5.37 FIP), 1.56 WHIP, 10 walks and 36 strikeouts.
May 9 · Source via New York Mets David PetersonMax Scherzer Still Dealing With Injury
New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer (shoulder) recently mentioned that he's still dealing with a lingering shoulder issue. The right-hander recently returned from his 10-game suspension last week, allowing six runs in 3 1/3 innings. Scherzer is showing a dip in velocity and that could be due to his injury. The veteran pitcher acknowledged he's dealing with discomfort in his right scapula around his shoulder blade. He said it's about managing his condition, so it doesn't sound like something that will sideline him. However, the Mets might decide to place Scherzer on the injured list, assuming he continues to struggle on the mound. Scherzer said himself, it's better for him to pitch at less than 100 percent rather than take time off.
May 8 · Source via New York Mets Max ScherzerCarlos Carrasco To Make Rehab Start Tuesday
New York Mets starting pitcher Carlos Carrasco (elbow, illness) will make a minor-league rehab start for Double-A Binghamton on Tuesday. Carrasco's first rehab game was scratched over the weekend after he came down with an illness, but he's feeling better now and will pitch on Tuesday. The 36-year-old right-hander is expected to need just one rehab appearance before the Mets activate him from the injured list, so he should be back with the big-league team later this week, barring a setback on Tuesday. Carrasco hasn't pitched since April 15 due to a bone chip in his right elbow, so fantasy managers looking to stream him should be extremely careful whenever he makes his next start for the Mets.
May 8 · Source via New York Mets Carlos CarrascoStarling Marte Gets Day Off Amidst Cold Spell
New York Mets right fielder Starling Marte is out of Sunday's lineup for the team's series finale against the Rockies. The 34-year-old could use the breather, and perhaps even a demotion from the lineup's two-hole for a bit. The two-time all-star hasn't registered a hit this series (0-for-7), compounding on a trying 7-for-41 stretch over the last two weeks of action. The speedy Marte isn't totally hurting fantasy rosters by collecting nine stolen bases this year, though, and managers hope the rest day can help get him back on track for an upcoming series at the hitter-friendly Great American Ball Park.
May 7 · Source via New York Mets Starling MarteNL Notes: Mays, Harris, Azocar, Carrasco, Syndergaard
Happy birthday to the legendary Willie Mays, who turns 92 years old today. All 22 seasons and 2992 games of Mays’ MLB career was spent in the National League, mostly with the New York/San Francisco Giants and then parts of his two last seasons back in the Big Apple with the Mets. Among players who…
May 7 · MLB Trade Rumors New York Mets Los Angeles Dodgers Atlanta Braves Carlos Carrasco Michael Harris Noah SyndergaardPete Alonso Knocks In A Run In Defeat
New York Mets first baseman/designated hitter Pete Alonso went 1-for-3 with an RBI and a walk in Saturday's 5-2 loss to the Colorado Rockies. Alonso drove in one of the Mets' two runs in the bottom of the first with an RBI groundout. New York didn't have much of an answer for Austin Gomber, as shocking as that sounds. Through his first 129 at-bats of the year, Alonso is slashing .240/.315/.519 to go along with 11 long balls and 29 RBI. While the batting average (career .260) and OBP ( career .347) are below what we've come to expect from the 28-year-old, the power has been there through the first month or so of the season.
May 6 · Source via New York Mets Pete AlonsoJeff McNeil Taking A Seat On Saturday
New York Mets infielder Jeff McNeil is getting the day off on Saturday against the Colorado Rockies. McNeil is just getting a maintenance day but should be available as a pinch hitter if needed. He's slashing a solid .278/.390/.400 with two home runs, 10 RBI, and a couple of stolen bases over 115 at-bats so far this season. Eduardo Escobar is starting at second base and batting eighth against Austin Gomber and the Rockies.
May 6 · Source via New York Mets Jeff McNeilJoey Lucchesi Expected To Start On Sunday
New York Mets starting pitcher Joey Lucchesi is expected to start on Sunday against the Colorado Rockies. Mets manager Buck Showalter told reporters that Lucchesi is tentatively scheduled to start after starting Wednesday's game against the Tigers. He'll be pitching on short rest but he only threw 46 pitches in his previous appearance. The lanky left-hander has a 3.86 ERA, 1.10 WHIP, and 13 punchouts over his first three starts (16 1/3 innings) this year.
May 6 · Source via New York Mets Joey LucchesiCarlos Carrasco Will Miss Scheduled Rehab Start
New York Mets starting pitcher Carlos Carrasco (elbow/illness) will not make his scheduled minor league rehab start this weekend, per manager Buck Showalter. Showalter told reporters that Carrasco isn't feeling well while dealing with a virus so his scheduled rehab start will need to be pushed back. The veteran hurler has been out since mid-April with a bone spur in his right elbow. He struggled with an 8.56 ERA and 1.61 WHIP over his first three starts so fantasy managers should be cautious with him whenever he makes it back to the Mets.
May 6 · Source via New York Mets Carlos CarrascoAdam Ottavino Converts His Fourth Save Friday
New York Mets reliever Adam Ottavino picked up his fourth save of the season on Friday when he closed out the 1-0 victory over the Colorado Rockies. He struck out one and surrendered one hit in an inning of work. Ottavino now owns a 3.75 ERA with 14 strikeouts and four walks over 12 innings and has added two holds to his ledger. David Robertson still leads the Mets in the save department, earning six of his own, but he pitched the eighth inning against the top of the lineup Friday. It's safe to say this is a closer by committee, and Ottavino will continue grabbing save opportunities depending on the situation. The 37-year-old is a solid fantasy option, especially in save and hold leagues, as he's one of the more trusted arms in the Mets bullpen.
May 6 · Source via Closers New York Mets Adam OttavinoBrandon Nimmo Cranks A Home Run In Mets Win
In the New York Mets' win over the Rockies on Friday, Brandon Nimmo played a crucial role, going 2-for-3 with a walk, double, home run, RBI, and run scored. His home run was the lone score in the game. Nimmo was on a brief dry spell before the contest, with just four hits and zero walks in his last 25 at-bats. Despite this, he has a season batting average of .311 with three home runs, 18 runs, 14 RBIs, and three stolen bases.
May 6 · Source via New York Mets Brandon NimmoKodai Senga Hurls Six Excellent Innings Versus Colorado
Friday, New York Mets starting pitcher Kodai Senga pitched for six innings and managed to keep the Rockies from scoring, earning his fourth win of the season. Senga only allowed two hits and struck out four batters, but he also walked four and threw only 53 of his 101 pitches for strikes. Despite his inconsistent accuracy, Senga has maintained a respectable ERA of 3.38 and has posted four wins, making him a valuable fantasy pitcher. However, his WHIP of 1.47 is relatively poor, which may be a concern.
May 6 · Source via New York Mets Kodai SengaBrett Baty Hitting Sixth Against Rockies
New York Mets third baseman Brett Baty is back in the starting lineup on Friday and is starting at third base and batting sixth against Colorado Rockies right-hander Antonio Senzatela (knee), who is making his 2023 debut. Baty is slowly rising up the Mets batting order as he continues to hit well in just 14 games in his second big-league season with the team. He has gone 14-for-45 (.311) with two doubles, two home runs, four RBI and five runs scored in 49 plate appearances. The 23-year-old sat out against a left-handed pitcher on Thursday, but he's been seeing more playing time against southpaws lately as well. Baty has lots of fantasy upside and has a very appealing matchup in his return to the lineup Friday.
May 5 · Source via Prospects New York Mets Brett BatyMets Sign Dominic Leone, Activate Justin Verlander
11:29am: Leone’s deal with the Mets carries a $1.5MM base salary, tweets DiComo. Once prorated for the remaining number of days on the calendar, that comes out to about $1.22MM. The Mets are paying a 90% luxury tax on any payroll additions at this point. Between that prorated base and heavy tax, the signing of Leone…
May 4 · MLB Trade Rumors New York Mets Dominic Leone Justin VerlanderBrett Baty Out Of Lineup Against Lefty
New York Mets third baseman Brett Baty is not in Thursday's starting lineup against the Detroit Tigers and left-hander Eduardo Rodriguez. Baty has performed nicely in his first 14 games with the Mets so far in 2023, hitting .311 (14-for-45) with two doubles, two home runs, four RBI and five runs scored, but he'll take a seat in this one for a day of rest against a southpaw. Fantasy managers need to put him on their benches. With Baty out, Eduardo Escobar will draw the start at the hot corner and hit eighth against Rodriguez. Escobar is hitting just .172 (10-for-58) in the early going with two doubles, a triple, three home runs and nine RBI in 18 games played, and he won't have much DFS appeal in the eight-hole.
May 4 · Source via Prospects New York Mets Brett BatyJustin Verlander Activated And Making Season Debut Thursday
The New York Mets activated starting pitcher Justin Verlander (shoulder) from the injured list on Thursday, and he will be making his 2023 debut against his old team, the Detroit Tigers. In corresponding moves, the Mets signed right-hander Dominic Leone and activated him, optioned right-hander John Curtiss and left-hander Zach Muckenhirn to the minors, returned pitching prospect Jose Butto to the minors and moved catcher Omar Narvaez (calf) to the 60-day injured list. Verlander is just now making his Mets debut after missing five weeks due to a low-grade teres major strain in his throwing shoulder. When healthy, Verlander hasn't showed many signs of slowing down, but he could be on a bit of a leash on Thursday in his first start in 2023.
May 4 · Source via New York Mets Justin VerlanderJose Butto Called Up For Wednesday's Doubleheader
The New York Mets called up pitching prospect Jose Butto from Triple-A Syracuse on Wednesday to serve as the 27th man for their doubleheader against the Detroit Tigers. Butto also served as the 27th man for Monday's doubleheader against the division-rival Atlanta Braves, but he wasn't used at all in relief. The 25-year-old right-hander will be sent back to the farm following Wednesday's doubleheader. Butto, the club's No. 15 prospect per MLB Pipeline, has fared well in his two spot starts in 2023, allowing three runs on nine hits (one homer surrendered), although he has 10 walks opposed to three strikeouts in 9 2/3 frames. He'll continue to develop in the minors until the Mets need rotation help again this year.
May 3 · Source via New York Mets Jose Butto