Brandon Nimmo CF
Starling Marte RF
Francisco Lindor SS
Pete Alonso 1B
Daniel Vogelbach DH
Jeff McNeil 2B
Tyler Naquin LF
Luis Guillorme 3B
James McCann C
is really good, this is a tougher match up for Mets. He struck out 13 against the Phillies in 6+ in his last start. His fastball was hitting 100.
Yup, Strider's first and only start against this year, 4.2 IP, 1 ER, 8 Ks. 13.8 K/9 this year so far. He's an incredible talent. Really happy we have Jake up against him, even if it's unlikely he goes 7.
Let's just sweep the series. That's not being greedy, right?
I have to believe most of their takes are based on Chip Carey who is the WORST announcer in all of MLB - he calls the Braves WE and whenever another team does well says its luck or the Braves being unlucky. I have to suffer through that guy thanks to MLB blackout rules -
And that's just what this BB talks about - how the Mets are lucky- and to Z's point - it WAS fun
I have to believe most of their takes are based on Chip Carey who is the WORST announcer in all of MLB - he calls the Braves WE and whenever another team does well says its luck or the Braves being unlucky. I have to suffer through that guy thanks to MLB blackout rules -
And that's just what this BB talks about - how the Mets are lucky- and to Z's point - it WAS fun
A lot of announcers around the league are like this..
Gary/Keith/Ron are an exception to the rule.
Yes, they root for the Mets. But they are not "homers". They criticize the Mets when they should, and they applaud the opponent when credit is due.
Example from just last night: They did not like bringing Diaz out for 2 innings and they let it be known
ended up being a trash human (and I LOVE Keth Hernandez) but I didn't like the way he openly disliked Reyes (in part allowing his personal bad relationship bleed into his coverage), overall the Mets booth is incredible. Not a huge fan of the SNY in-studio talent, however.
After the updated Givens addition. Only the Braves have better. Link - ( New Window )
by that metric it’s almost entirely Diaz. They actually have Givens as 0 fwar so he doesn’t even factor in. The other 4 net positives they have are ottavino at .2 and lugo, may, joely at .1. So that metric is saying the Mets bp is better than the padres by joely.
If Diaz keeps pitching the way he is that’s the most important factor by a large margin - so the ranking isn’t wrong. It’s just a lot on 1 player and there’s no rule they couldn’t have added someone with more closing exp to take some of that load off.
In light of the relief situation here’s a timely article
Other than vets who get released this might be the most intriguing section. Anyone have a matt hall scouting report?
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4. Scour the Independent Leagues
Roll your eyes all you want, but the Atlantic League, Frontier League and American Association (among other indie circuits) are all teeming with former big leaguers. Need a speedy fourth outfielder who can provide some late-game defense and baserunning during September roster expansion? A platoon bat off the bench? An extra southpaw to stash in the bullpen? There will be experienced names to consider.
Matt Adams has 21 homers in 306 plate appearances with the Kansas City Monarchs. His teammate, former Tigers/Red Sox lefty Matt Hall, has a 1.24 ERA and 65 strikeouts in 51 innings. Fellow lefty Tyler Webb has had similar success with the Long Island Ducks.
Granted, teams aren’t likely to find a true impact player on the indie scene, but then again, people cracked jokes when the 2015 Red Sox signed then-35-year-old Ducks lefty Rich Hill. Seven years, 737 Major League innings and nearly $70MM later, Hill has the last laugh.
I have to believe most of their takes are based on Chip Carey who is the WORST announcer in all of MLB - he calls the Braves WE and whenever another team does well says its luck or the Braves being unlucky. I have to suffer through that guy thanks to MLB blackout rules
I feel your pain, a little, bc of the MLB blackout rules, I have to watch the Marlins broadcast whenever they play them. They're not terrible, they're actually pretty complimentary of the Mets this year, but I'd rather listen to Gary, Keith and Ron. Guess I'm glad I don't have to listen to Chip Carey.
Other than vets who get released this might be the most intriguing section. Anyone have a matt hall scouting report?
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4. Scour the Independent Leagues
Roll your eyes all you want, but the Atlantic League, Frontier League and American Association (among other indie circuits) are all teeming with former big leaguers. Need a speedy fourth outfielder who can provide some late-game defense and baserunning during September roster expansion? A platoon bat off the bench? An extra southpaw to stash in the bullpen? There will be experienced names to consider.
Matt Adams has 21 homers in 306 plate appearances with the Kansas City Monarchs. His teammate, former Tigers/Red Sox lefty Matt Hall, has a 1.24 ERA and 65 strikeouts in 51 innings. Fellow lefty Tyler Webb has had similar success with the Long Island Ducks.
Granted, teams aren’t likely to find a true impact player on the indie scene, but then again, people cracked jokes when the 2015 Red Sox signed then-35-year-old Ducks lefty Rich Hill. Seven years, 737 Major League innings and nearly $70MM later, Hill has the last laugh.
How To Acquire Players After The Trade Deadline - ( New Window )
Hall used to be with Boston. He's a slop thrower. If that's changed I wouldn't know.
I have to believe most of their takes are based on Chip Carey who is the WORST announcer in all of MLB - he calls the Braves WE and whenever another team does well says its luck or the Braves being unlucky. I have to suffer through that guy thanks to MLB blackout rules
I feel your pain, a little, bc of the MLB blackout rules, I have to watch the Marlins broadcast whenever they play them. They're not terrible, they're actually pretty complimentary of the Mets this year, but I'd rather listen to Gary, Keith and Ron. Guess I'm glad I don't have to listen to Chip Carey.
Me too. I'm in FL also, and I have to listen/watch The Marlin's broadcast. I think they are terrible, especially compared to Gary, Keith and Ron, who I think are the best broadcasting team I've ever heard. I loved Vin Scully, and I liked Lindsay Nelson, Ralph Kiner and Bob Murphy, but I think Gary et al. are the best ever. Chip Caray is awful, in my opinion.
Or does Chip Cary call all the Braves by their first names during the broadcast. Atlanta blacks out MLB in South Carolina. He is the worst homer in all of sports.
Yup, Strider's first and only start against this year, 4.2 IP, 1 ER, 8 Ks. 13.8 K/9 this year so far. He's an incredible talent. Really happy we have Jake up against him, even if it's unlikely he goes 7.
Let's just sweep the series. That's not being greedy, right?
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Diaz is 28. You want me to sign him for life . He might live to 100 . This could be really expensive
This won't be easy. I'd sign up right now for taking 2/4 and leaving up 4.5 ahead.
Game today is pretty huge!
CRAZY stat is that the Braves have still not lost more than 2 games in a row this year.
They have lost their last 2, so Mets have a chance to make Braves last team in the Majors to lose 3 straight tonight.
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And that's just what this BB talks about - how the Mets are lucky- and to Z's point - it WAS fun
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go over to Battery Power. Link - ( New Window )
I have to believe most of their takes are based on Chip Carey who is the WORST announcer in all of MLB - he calls the Braves WE and whenever another team does well says its luck or the Braves being unlucky. I have to suffer through that guy thanks to MLB blackout rules -
And that's just what this BB talks about - how the Mets are lucky- and to Z's point - it WAS fun
A lot of announcers around the league are like this..
Gary/Keith/Ron are an exception to the rule.
Yes, they root for the Mets. But they are not "homers". They criticize the Mets when they should, and they applaud the opponent when credit is due.
Example from just last night: They did not like bringing Diaz out for 2 innings and they let it be known
by that metric it’s almost entirely Diaz. They actually have Givens as 0 fwar so he doesn’t even factor in. The other 4 net positives they have are ottavino at .2 and lugo, may, joely at .1. So that metric is saying the Mets bp is better than the padres by joely.
If Diaz keeps pitching the way he is that’s the most important factor by a large margin - so the ranking isn’t wrong. It’s just a lot on 1 player and there’s no rule they couldn’t have added someone with more closing exp to take some of that load off.
Roll your eyes all you want, but the Atlantic League, Frontier League and American Association (among other indie circuits) are all teeming with former big leaguers. Need a speedy fourth outfielder who can provide some late-game defense and baserunning during September roster expansion? A platoon bat off the bench? An extra southpaw to stash in the bullpen? There will be experienced names to consider.
Matt Adams has 21 homers in 306 plate appearances with the Kansas City Monarchs. His teammate, former Tigers/Red Sox lefty Matt Hall, has a 1.24 ERA and 65 strikeouts in 51 innings. Fellow lefty Tyler Webb has had similar success with the Long Island Ducks.
Granted, teams aren’t likely to find a true impact player on the indie scene, but then again, people cracked jokes when the 2015 Red Sox signed then-35-year-old Ducks lefty Rich Hill. Seven years, 737 Major League innings and nearly $70MM later, Hill has the last laugh.
How To Acquire Players After The Trade Deadline - ( New Window )
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go over to Battery Power. Link - ( New Window )
I have to believe most of their takes are based on Chip Carey who is the WORST announcer in all of MLB - he calls the Braves WE and whenever another team does well says its luck or the Braves being unlucky. I have to suffer through that guy thanks to MLB blackout rules
I feel your pain, a little, bc of the MLB blackout rules, I have to watch the Marlins broadcast whenever they play them. They're not terrible, they're actually pretty complimentary of the Mets this year, but I'd rather listen to Gary, Keith and Ron. Guess I'm glad I don't have to listen to Chip Carey.
I couldn't imagine sitting through a Braves broadcast. Yuck.
I couldn't imagine sitting through a Braves broadcast. Yuck.
can you recommend a good VPN PP? I have been through 3 so far and they are trash.
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4. Scour the Independent Leagues
Roll your eyes all you want, but the Atlantic League, Frontier League and American Association (among other indie circuits) are all teeming with former big leaguers. Need a speedy fourth outfielder who can provide some late-game defense and baserunning during September roster expansion? A platoon bat off the bench? An extra southpaw to stash in the bullpen? There will be experienced names to consider.
Matt Adams has 21 homers in 306 plate appearances with the Kansas City Monarchs. His teammate, former Tigers/Red Sox lefty Matt Hall, has a 1.24 ERA and 65 strikeouts in 51 innings. Fellow lefty Tyler Webb has had similar success with the Long Island Ducks.
Granted, teams aren’t likely to find a true impact player on the indie scene, but then again, people cracked jokes when the 2015 Red Sox signed then-35-year-old Ducks lefty Rich Hill. Seven years, 737 Major League innings and nearly $70MM later, Hill has the last laugh.
How To Acquire Players After The Trade Deadline - ( New Window )
Hall used to be with Boston. He's a slop thrower. If that's changed I wouldn't know.
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go over to Battery Power. Link - ( New Window )
I have to believe most of their takes are based on Chip Carey who is the WORST announcer in all of MLB - he calls the Braves WE and whenever another team does well says its luck or the Braves being unlucky. I have to suffer through that guy thanks to MLB blackout rules
I feel your pain, a little, bc of the MLB blackout rules, I have to watch the Marlins broadcast whenever they play them. They're not terrible, they're actually pretty complimentary of the Mets this year, but I'd rather listen to Gary, Keith and Ron. Guess I'm glad I don't have to listen to Chip Carey.
Me too. I'm in FL also, and I have to listen/watch The Marlin's broadcast. I think they are terrible, especially compared to Gary, Keith and Ron, who I think are the best broadcasting team I've ever heard. I loved Vin Scully, and I liked Lindsay Nelson, Ralph Kiner and Bob Murphy, but I think Gary et al. are the best ever. Chip Caray is awful, in my opinion.
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should definitely get a VPN.
I couldn't imagine sitting through a Braves broadcast. Yuck.
can you recommend a good VPN PP? I have been through 3 so far and they are trash.
Tried SurfShark? That's what I'm using presently.