The New York Times – Sports:
Kodai Senga will bring his “ghost fork” pitch and his championship pedigree to the Mets in a deal that will push the team’s 2023 spending past $400 million.
Category: Showalter, Buck
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Buck Showalter and Terry Francona Are M.L.B.’s Top Managers
The New York Times – Sports:
Showalter led the Mets to the second most wins in franchise history, while Francona won a division title in Cleveland despite having the league’s youngest roster.
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How Will the Mets Adjust After A Disappointing Season End Against Padres?
The New York Times – Sports:
Their season ended in a crushing loss, and roster turnover could wildly remake the team, but Francisco Lindor and others see the seeds of future success.
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Terrance Gore Stays Ready as the Mets’ Designated Runner
The New York Times – Sports:
Terrance Gore doesn’t play very often, but if the Mets need a run late in a postseason game, expect to see him pinch-run. He’ll be ready.
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Buck Showalter’s Formative Days with the 1985 Oneonta Yankees
The New York Times – Sports:
A reporter went to upstate New York in 1985 to learn about the minor leagues. He found a young manager whose work habits would become a thing of legend.
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Mets Set Record for Most Hit by Pitches
The New York Times – Sports:
Mets batters have been hit 106 times with 11 games still to play: “It’s like a broken record at this point.”
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Mets Control Their Destiny in Division Race With Braves
The New York Times – Sports:
Looking postseason-ready in a sweep of the Pirates, the Mets have thus far stayed ahead of Atlanta in the N.L. East.
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Brandon Nimmo’s Catch Helps Mets Beat Dodgers
The New York Times – Sports:
Jacob deGrom dominated, Brandon Nimmo made a catch to remember and Timmy Trumpet played a live version of Edwin Díaz’s entrance song during a thrilling win.
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Daniel Vogelbach Gives the Mets Big Hits and Big Laughs
The New York Times – Sports:
Vogelbach, a left-handed power hitter, has bounced around, but he has loved his stint in Queens — even when his manager gets him warmed up but leaves him on the bench.