The Mets, with a 9-5 victory over the Nationals, extended their NL East lead on the Braves to 3 ½ games. The Mets, who won five of six games on the road trip, have picked up a game on the Braves since the finale of their series in Atlanta. The Mets’ lead over the Braves … Continue reading NY Mets Daniel Vogelbach Hits Grand Slam →

The day started with standouts from the past gathered in Monument Park, but as usual, the real star on Saturday afternoon was Aaron Judge, who powered the Yankees to their third straight win over the horrid Royals, 8-2, in The Bronx. It was just another day for the slugger, who continued his record-setting pace with … Continue reading Yankees Top Royals 8-2, Aaron Judge Hits 42nd Homer →

Carlos Carrasco isn’t going to win any contests blowing away hitters, but the right-hander’s offspeed pitches and command — and most importantly, his health — have converged this season to give the Mets an invaluable rotation piece. On Saturday he gave his team 7 shutout innings in a 4-0 victory over the Marlins. Carrasco extended … Continue reading Pitcher Carlos Carrasco Leads Mets Over Marlins 4-0 →

The New York Mets bats awoke in an 8-5 victory over the Padres. The bonus for Buck Showalter’s crew was a Braves loss earlier in the day, allowing the Mets to extend their NL East lead to 1 ½ games.  Alonso blasted a three-run homer as part of a sixth inning in which the Mets … Continue reading Pete Alonso Homers, Mets Top Padres 8-5 →