Hello Mets Medicine readers! Sorry about the lack of blogs of late, as our post game analyzer, Tom, is away on vacation and has limited access to the computer. I've also been busy as of late, so please bare with us as we continue to work out some kinks and try our best to bring you the best blogging we can!
-Mike Nolan
Saturday, August 22, 2009
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Game Recap: Braves 15 Mets 2
The Mets lost to the Braves 15-2.
The winning pitcher was Jair Jurrjens (10-8) and the losing pitcher was Bobby Parnell (3-5)
Noteworthy:
Bobby Parnell was terrible in his 3rd big league start allowing 9 runs in 3.0 innings.
The Braves scored 8 runs in the second inning just like the Mets did 2 nights ago. The inning was capped by a Brian McCann 3 run homerun.
My opinion:
This was just a sloppy game all around.
The defense was terrible as Anderson Hernandez made some throwing errors and Luis Castillo did not cover on a potential double play.
The pitching was also terrible not only Bobby Parnell but with the "all mighty" one of Omar Minaya's "genius signings" in the off season: Tim Redding.
And finally the offense was dormant once again.
[Sorry the recaps have been late or not at all as I was at the game on Tuesday an Wednesday and arrived home late]
The winning pitcher was Jair Jurrjens (10-8) and the losing pitcher was Bobby Parnell (3-5)
Noteworthy:
Bobby Parnell was terrible in his 3rd big league start allowing 9 runs in 3.0 innings.
The Braves scored 8 runs in the second inning just like the Mets did 2 nights ago. The inning was capped by a Brian McCann 3 run homerun.
My opinion:
This was just a sloppy game all around.
The defense was terrible as Anderson Hernandez made some throwing errors and Luis Castillo did not cover on a potential double play.
The pitching was also terrible not only Bobby Parnell but with the "all mighty" one of Omar Minaya's "genius signings" in the off season: Tim Redding.
And finally the offense was dormant once again.
[Sorry the recaps have been late or not at all as I was at the game on Tuesday an Wednesday and arrived home late]
Monday, August 17, 2009
Game Recap: Giants 10 Mets 1
The Mets got pounded by the Giants 10-1 Monday Night at Citi Field.
The winning pitcher was Joe Martinez (3-1) and the losing pitcher was Livan Hernandez (7-8)
Noteworthy:
Livan Hernandez struggled once again giving up 6 runs in 5.1 innings raising his ERA from 5.28 to 5.47. Not many highlights on the part of the Mets as the only run came in the 3rd inning off a Gary Sheffield RBI single.
My opinion:
Livan Hernandez has been terrible in his last 3 starts giving up 18 runs and 26 hits. I think this was the final straw for Livan who was the Mets most reliable starter in the early going but has just been awful of late. We will have to wait and see if Jerry decides to take Livan out of the rotation but has these possibilities in the bullpen: Tim Redding,Nelson Figueroa and Elmer Dessens. Or who knows, maybe the Mets will go to the Minors and pull up a starter such as Lance Broadway who was acquired in the Ramon Castro trade. Finally, Alex Cora will have surgery on both of this injured thumbs and miss the rest of the season
-Tom Wichern
[Tomorrows game recap will be a little late as I am going to the game and will be home later]
The winning pitcher was Joe Martinez (3-1) and the losing pitcher was Livan Hernandez (7-8)
Noteworthy:
Livan Hernandez struggled once again giving up 6 runs in 5.1 innings raising his ERA from 5.28 to 5.47. Not many highlights on the part of the Mets as the only run came in the 3rd inning off a Gary Sheffield RBI single.
My opinion:
Livan Hernandez has been terrible in his last 3 starts giving up 18 runs and 26 hits. I think this was the final straw for Livan who was the Mets most reliable starter in the early going but has just been awful of late. We will have to wait and see if Jerry decides to take Livan out of the rotation but has these possibilities in the bullpen: Tim Redding,Nelson Figueroa and Elmer Dessens. Or who knows, maybe the Mets will go to the Minors and pull up a starter such as Lance Broadway who was acquired in the Ramon Castro trade. Finally, Alex Cora will have surgery on both of this injured thumbs and miss the rest of the season
-Tom Wichern
[Tomorrows game recap will be a little late as I am going to the game and will be home later]
Minor Report: September Call Ups?
The Mets 2009 season hasn't had many bright spots. As September approaches, who are we going to see make it to the majors? Here are some of my picks (in no specific order):
1. Jesus Feliciano:
-Jesus is batting .305 with 1 HR, 39 RBI's and 12 SB's. He's 30 years old, but he seems like he could make a decent outfielder.
2. Eddie Kunz:
- The 23 year old Kunz has struggled this year, posting a 5.19 ERA. Hopefully he can find his way in the majors because he was once (and still is) regarded as one of the Mets best prospects.
3.Argenis Reyes:
- He already spent some time in the majors this year and he's batting .288 with 3 HRs and 24 RBI's in the minors
4. Lance Broadway:
- Lance came over in the trade with the White Sox for Ramon Castro. He has posted a 6.56 ERA and has gone 4-6.
5. Nick Evans
- Nick spent some time in the majors this year. In AAA he is only batting .198 with 9 HR's and 25 RBI's. His OBP is .266.
My Opinion:
As you can see, the September call ups aren't exactly "exciting" but maybe they will show that they have some potential to make the big league team next season.
- Mike Nolan
1. Jesus Feliciano:
-Jesus is batting .305 with 1 HR, 39 RBI's and 12 SB's. He's 30 years old, but he seems like he could make a decent outfielder.
2. Eddie Kunz:
- The 23 year old Kunz has struggled this year, posting a 5.19 ERA. Hopefully he can find his way in the majors because he was once (and still is) regarded as one of the Mets best prospects.
3.Argenis Reyes:
- He already spent some time in the majors this year and he's batting .288 with 3 HRs and 24 RBI's in the minors
4. Lance Broadway:
- Lance came over in the trade with the White Sox for Ramon Castro. He has posted a 6.56 ERA and has gone 4-6.
5. Nick Evans
- Nick spent some time in the majors this year. In AAA he is only batting .198 with 9 HR's and 25 RBI's. His OBP is .266.
My Opinion:
As you can see, the September call ups aren't exactly "exciting" but maybe they will show that they have some potential to make the big league team next season.
- Mike Nolan
Offseason: What happens to Jose?
Jose Reyes has been on the disabled list since May 26th. Since then, there have been numerous setbacks and problems with Reye's rehab. There is still no estimated time frame when Jose will be back.
Opinion:
Hope for Jose's return this season seems to have diminished to only a slight possibility. That being said, what should the Mets do with Jose this offseason? Let’s look at a possibility:
The Mets trade Jose.
Why I like this scenario: Jose is still coveted as one of the best shortstops in the MLB. He is also one of the fastest players and he has a little pop. His defense is OK, not spectacular but not terrible. The Mets could probably get a solid package for him (Jacoby Ellsbury and Clay Buchholz perhaps, as was talked about at one time)
Why I don’t like this scenario: As I said, Jose is an All Star shortstop and he still has a great load of potential. Also, Jose is probably one of the best examples of players made for Citi Field (guys with a pretty high batting average and the ability to steal bases) so why trade him away? Lastly, the Mets will most likely not get the most they can for him because he will still be recovering from his injury in the offseason.
So in the end, I think the Mets should keep Jose. His type of talent is hard to find and I still think he will become an outstanding player or at least a good one. What do you guys think? Feel free to leave a comment!
-Mike Nolan
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Game Recap: Mets 3 Giants 2
The Mets defeated the Giants today 3-2 on Daniel Murphy's bottom of the ninth walk off single.
The winning pitcher was Francisco Rodriguez (3-4) and the losing pitcher was Sergio Romo (3-2)
Noteworthy:
Mike Pelfrey looked sharp in this start going 7.1 innings, striking out 5, and only allowing 2 runs lowering his ERA from 4.88 to 4.75.
The Mets were down 1 nothing in the top of the fifth until Luis Castillo (yes, Luis castillo) blasted a 2 run home run into the second deck in the bottom of the fifth.
Jeff Francoeur scored the winning run in the bottom of the ninth off a Daniel Murphy RBI single after the Giants rallied to tie in the top of the eighth.
My opinion:
I felt it was a good win for the Mets after an ugly loss yesterday. Sitting in section 124, I didn't think Castillo's home run was going to leave the yard, knowing his lack of power and dimensions of Citi Field but congrats to Lui on his 420 ft homer, his first of the year.
In other news:
David Wright was placed on the 15-day DL with a concussion and will be out indefinitely. This could be the last we've seen from Wright this season.
My opinion:
I feel the Mets should shut Wright down for the rest of the season as they are going no where and I don't want them to handle this like they did with ex-Met, Ryan Church.
The series concludes tomorrow with Joe Martinez (2-1) going up against Livan Hernandez (7-7)
7:10 at Citi Field.
-Tom Wichern
The winning pitcher was Francisco Rodriguez (3-4) and the losing pitcher was Sergio Romo (3-2)
Noteworthy:
Mike Pelfrey looked sharp in this start going 7.1 innings, striking out 5, and only allowing 2 runs lowering his ERA from 4.88 to 4.75.
The Mets were down 1 nothing in the top of the fifth until Luis Castillo (yes, Luis castillo) blasted a 2 run home run into the second deck in the bottom of the fifth.
Jeff Francoeur scored the winning run in the bottom of the ninth off a Daniel Murphy RBI single after the Giants rallied to tie in the top of the eighth.
My opinion:
I felt it was a good win for the Mets after an ugly loss yesterday. Sitting in section 124, I didn't think Castillo's home run was going to leave the yard, knowing his lack of power and dimensions of Citi Field but congrats to Lui on his 420 ft homer, his first of the year.
In other news:
David Wright was placed on the 15-day DL with a concussion and will be out indefinitely. This could be the last we've seen from Wright this season.
My opinion:
I feel the Mets should shut Wright down for the rest of the season as they are going no where and I don't want them to handle this like they did with ex-Met, Ryan Church.
The series concludes tomorrow with Joe Martinez (2-1) going up against Livan Hernandez (7-7)
7:10 at Citi Field.
-Tom Wichern
Saturday, August 15, 2009
The Big Picture: Mike Pelfrey's Season
Overview:
Mike Pelfrey will take the mound for the Mets today against Jonathan Sanchez and the Giants.
So far this season, Pelfrey is 8-8 with a 4.88 ERA.
My Opinion:
So far, Pelfrey has yet to live up to what everyone was hoping and expecting of him. Last year was considered his breakout season, when he went 13-11 with a 3.72 ERA. The problem with Mike seems to be his inconsistency. He often cruises through the first few innings, but has one inning where he gets beaten up on (remind you of anyone else in the starting rotation?). He also seems to get easily frustrated with balls and strikes, which leads to him walking guys or giving up hits.
If Pelfrey can find his consistency, he could a very good number 2 in a starting rotation. He has the stuff to do it, it's just of matter of him executing well. Maybe the number of innings he threw last year (200.2 IP) has affected his arm. Let’s just hope this is one of those rough seasons guys have and that he starts to turn it around today.
-Mike Nolan
Mike Pelfrey will take the mound for the Mets today against Jonathan Sanchez and the Giants.
So far this season, Pelfrey is 8-8 with a 4.88 ERA.
My Opinion:
So far, Pelfrey has yet to live up to what everyone was hoping and expecting of him. Last year was considered his breakout season, when he went 13-11 with a 3.72 ERA. The problem with Mike seems to be his inconsistency. He often cruises through the first few innings, but has one inning where he gets beaten up on (remind you of anyone else in the starting rotation?). He also seems to get easily frustrated with balls and strikes, which leads to him walking guys or giving up hits.
If Pelfrey can find his consistency, he could a very good number 2 in a starting rotation. He has the stuff to do it, it's just of matter of him executing well. Maybe the number of innings he threw last year (200.2 IP) has affected his arm. Let’s just hope this is one of those rough seasons guys have and that he starts to turn it around today.
-Mike Nolan
Game Recap: Giants 5 Mets 4
The Mets lost to the Giants today 5-4 in 10 innings.
The winning pitcher was Giants closer, Brian Wilson (5-5) and the losing pitcher was Francisco Rodriguez (2-4)
Noteworthy:
The big news of the day was David Wright getting drilled in the head by Matt Cains 94 mph fastball in the bottom of the fourth. Wright laid face-down in the dirt for a while until he was able to walk off the field himself and head into the clubhouse. Wright was taken by ambulance to the hospital where there is still no word on how serious his injury is or for how much time he will miss.
Johan Santana did not have his best stuff today going 6.2 innings and striking out 6 while giving up 4 runs raising his ERA from 3.00 to 3.10.
The Mets rallied to tie the game with 3 runs in the bottom of the 8th before Francisco Rodriguez gave up a game winning home run to Bengie Molina in the top of the 10th.
My opinion:
Frankly, I am not too shaken at today's loss. The biggest concern I have right now as a fan and a person is that of David Wrights health. I liked that the Mets showed some heart by rallying to tie but what is going on with K-Rod of late? Finally, one thing I did not like and found unprofessional was Matt Cains tipping of his cap after leaving the game while being showered in boo's. The series between the Mets and Giants will continue tomorrow at Citi Field with Mike Pelfrey (8-8) taking on Jonathan Sanchez (5-10) at 1:10.
-Tom Wichern
[Tomorrows game recap will be a little late as I am going to the game and will be getting home later]
The winning pitcher was Giants closer, Brian Wilson (5-5) and the losing pitcher was Francisco Rodriguez (2-4)
Noteworthy:
The big news of the day was David Wright getting drilled in the head by Matt Cains 94 mph fastball in the bottom of the fourth. Wright laid face-down in the dirt for a while until he was able to walk off the field himself and head into the clubhouse. Wright was taken by ambulance to the hospital where there is still no word on how serious his injury is or for how much time he will miss.
Johan Santana did not have his best stuff today going 6.2 innings and striking out 6 while giving up 4 runs raising his ERA from 3.00 to 3.10.
The Mets rallied to tie the game with 3 runs in the bottom of the 8th before Francisco Rodriguez gave up a game winning home run to Bengie Molina in the top of the 10th.
My opinion:
Frankly, I am not too shaken at today's loss. The biggest concern I have right now as a fan and a person is that of David Wrights health. I liked that the Mets showed some heart by rallying to tie but what is going on with K-Rod of late? Finally, one thing I did not like and found unprofessional was Matt Cains tipping of his cap after leaving the game while being showered in boo's. The series between the Mets and Giants will continue tomorrow at Citi Field with Mike Pelfrey (8-8) taking on Jonathan Sanchez (5-10) at 1:10.
-Tom Wichern
[Tomorrows game recap will be a little late as I am going to the game and will be getting home later]
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