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Mets win 6-5 after another bullpen disaster

I’m really, really glad that I watched the Olympic closing ceremonies last night. Even though they weren’t live and even though NBC made a bunch of cuts without telling me, it still meant that I didn’t have to suffer through … Continue reading

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Harvey no match for Maholm, Mets lose to Braves 4-0

Paul freaking Maholm. This is the man who is going to lead the Atlanta Braves into the playoffs. Seriously, look at the pitchers on their disabled list. Brandon Beachy, Tommy Hanson and Jair Jurrjens are all out of commission, and … Continue reading

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Mets bats blow up again, complete sweep of Rays

It was great that the Mets were able to score 11 runs in a series opening win against the Rays on Monday, and Tuesday night’s nine runs that backed R.A. Dickey’s gem were more than enough. Yet, the Mets spoiled … Continue reading

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This time starter blows lead, Mets lose to Pirates 5-4

After getting out of Toronto with just one win in three games versus the Blue Jays, the Mets return to National League play this week, starting with three games against the Pirates. Last night’s series opener got off to a … Continue reading

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Reds slam bullpen, defeat Mets 6-3

Ouch. This 6-3 Mets loss to Cincinnati hurt more than usual because it involved Terry Collins making a pretty dumb decision that immediately resulted in the Mets blowing a lead. In the bottom of the sixth, New York finally put … Continue reading

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Mets can’t hang onto lead, lose to D-backs 5-4

It was tough sledding for the Mets once again last night, as they lost their fourth straight game and fell to 13-13 on the season. I guess it’s nice to get to .500 by losing four straight instead of winning … Continue reading

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Dickey and Wright star in Mets 5-1 win over Miami

For the second straight night, the Marlins took a 1-0 lead over the Mets in a pitching duel and for the second straight night the Mets stormed back. R.A. Dickey was pitching splendidly for the Mets when Omar Infante tried … Continue reading

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