The New York Mets just have the Phillies’ number at Citi Field this year. Winning in extra innings on Tuesday gave the team the series and a chance for a sweep Wednesday. Additionally, this wouldn’t just be a series sweep, but a super-sweep of sorts. This evening marks Philadelphia’s last chance to win at Citi Field this year, and they’ve already seen their lead in the NL … [Read more...] about New York Mets vs Philadelphia Phillies: Mets seek the sweep
NY Mets vs Philadelphia Phillies: Battle for NL East continues
The New York Mets put the Philadelphia Phillies on notice with a 13-3 drubbing on Monday night. Philly’s pitching melted down, New York’s bats stood up, and the Mets now trail the Phillies by a mere five games in the division race. And on Tuesday, the Phillies seek to even the score in a lefty-on-lefty matchup. Monday’s loss put the Mets up 5-2 in the season series, with six … [Read more...] about NY Mets vs Philadelphia Phillies: Battle for NL East continues
NY Mets at Atlanta Braves: Nolan McLean’s next test
New York Mets pitching prospect Nolan McLean didn’t have a perfect MLB debut last weekend, but still held his own over the Mariners on August 16. In 5.1 innings, the 24-year-old held Seattle scoreless on two hits, walking four and striking out eight. And on Friday night, McLean gets another big test as his Mets struggle to hold the last spot in the NL Wild Card race. New … [Read more...] about NY Mets at Atlanta Braves: Nolan McLean’s next test
NY Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox: A series for the season
Two months ago, the Yankees were swept by the Red Sox at Fenway Park. Cue a downward spiral that only really ended last week, and saw the Bronx Bombers sink to third place at their worst. Two months later, Boston visits the Bronx for four important games. Manager Alex Cora always rallies his men to play a bit harder against the Yankees as it is, and now the playoff race is … [Read more...] about NY Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox: A series for the season
NY Yankees at Tampa Bay Rays: Bombers seek tight two-game sweep
The Yankees needed to take at least one of two games from the Tampa Bay Rays this week, and can now go for the sweep on Wednesday. Tuesday saw the Bronx Bombers live up to their name and slug nine home runs in a 13-3 romp. Team captain and reigning MVP Aaron Judge kicked it off with a solo home run in the first inning, his 40th of the season. Cody Bellinger and Giancarlo … [Read more...] about NY Yankees at Tampa Bay Rays: Bombers seek tight two-game sweep