The Mets earned their second win of the year when trailing after eight innings as they escaped Atlanta with a 7-6 victory on Monday and a series split. Juan Soto hit a three-run homer in the ninth, Devin Williams imploded in the ninth, and Luis Torrens’ double proved to be the difference in this one. That about sums up a second straight wild win in Atlanta
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One minor casualty of the team’s win was Luke Weaver’s scoreless streak, which came to an end at 25 1/3 innings after he allowed a run in the tenth inning.
The Mets acquired right-hander Matt Seelinger from the Tigers for cash considerations.
Chelsea Janes shared some intel on the team’s plans heading into the trade deadline.
Anthony DiComo explored how A.J. Ewing emerged from the wings to lead off in the major leagues.
DiComo also broke down the chances of some current Mets getting traded before the deadline.
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The Mets’ bullpen understands the awareness of the looming situation.
While wins are nice, boosting Freddy Peralta’s trade value is paramount, writes Laura Albanese.
Will Sammon summed up what he’s seeing (and hearing) about Peralta heading into the deadline.
The Mets, who are drafting late in the first round yet again, are planning to utilize a similar strategy that netted them Carson Benge and Mitch Voit, according to DiComo.
Around the National League East
In yet another example of “That’s Baseball, Suzyn”, the Royals, owners of one of the worst records in baseball, obliterated NL Cy Young hopeful Cristopher Sánchez and the Phillies 15-1. In an uncharacteristic outing for the lefty, he allowed a career high in runs (nine), hits (12), and home runs (three) over 3 2/3 innings.
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Zack Wheeler’s agent criticized the league for snubbing the right-hander for this year’s All-Star game.
Al Holland, who played in ten major league seasons, including an All-Star appearance with the Phillies in 1984, passed away at the age of 73.
Cade Cavalli of the Nationals had his suspension reduced from seven games to five gaves for his role in a benches-clearing incident last week.
The Nationals won a back-and-forth affair with the Astros by a 13-12 score.
Folowing his rough outing against the Mets, the Braves placed Martín Pérez on the 15-day IL with a left forearm contusion. The club also designated Carlos Carrasco for assignment and outrighted Ian Hamilton to Triple-A.
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Around Major League Baseball
The Dodgers retained the Number One spot in the latest MLB Power Rankings.
The MLB.com staff looked at how each team can upgrade at the trade deadline.
Here’s everything you need to know before Saturday’s MLB Draft.
Anthony Castrovince profiled Alain Gomez-Gudiño, the draft prospect who risked everything for a better life.
Johnny Flores Jr. analyzed the ten biggest All-Star snubs.
Eliezer Alfonzo made his debut for the Dodgers over the weekend with a heavy heart after learning that his sister Eliana, and stepmother, Patricia were both found dead following the aftermath of two earthquakes in Venezuela.
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Josh Jacobs identified three numbers that have defined JJ Wetherholt’s stellar first half.
Jordan Bastian wondered if the Cubs getting some injured players back will affect their trade deadline strategy.
Aiden Stepansky asked whether the Pirates can continue to strike gold early in the Draft, as they have in recent years.
Paul Skenes is preparing to face the Braves with his winless drought reaching historic territory.
Giancarlo Stanton is still not running since his latest injury setback, and his return for the Yankees remains up in the air.
Boston’s Roman Anthony is transferring his rehab to Florida and his scheduled to see a specialist for his finger as he focuses on his recovery.
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The Yankees topped the Rays 5-1. Cam Schlittler returned to form in the Bronx Bombers’ victory.
The Brewers put up a four-spot in the seventh to topple the Cardinals 4-3. The win helped Milwaukee reach an elusive franchise milestone, as they have now climbed to .500 as an NL club.
The Diamondbacks blanked the Padres 8-0.
The Giants beat up the Blue Jays 10-1.
The Dodgers outlasted the lowly Rockies 8-7 in 11 innings. Shohei Ohtani hit his 299th career homer in the win.
Yesterday at Amazin’ Avenue
Linus Lawrence provided a Monday Morning Stat Party.
This Date in Mets History
Shea Stadium hosted the All-Star game on this date in 1964.
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