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79-73, 3rd in NL East
Alonso hits 49th HR, helps Mets rally in 9th to beat Rockies
Pete Alonso hit his major league-leading 49th homer to tie the record for most by a rookie, then drew a bases-loaded walk during a four-run rally in the ninth inning that sent the New York Mets over the Colorado Rockies 7-4 Wednesday.
Stroman's strong outing keys Mets' 6-1 win over Rockies
Marcus Stroman pitched seven shutout innings, Amed Rosario, Brandon Nimmo and Pete Alonso all homered in the sixth to break open a scoreless game and the New York Mets beat the Colorado Rockies 6-1 Tuesday night to boost their flickering playoff hopes.
Senzaltela, Story lead Rockies over Mets 9-4
Pitcher Antonio Senzatela hit a tying, two-run single that ended a year-long 0-for-44 slide at the plate, Trevor Story followed three pitches later with a three-run homer of Steven Matz to cap a six-run fourth inning and the Colorado Rockies beat the...
Power Rankings: Who will win final battles for NL wild cards?
The Cubs, Brewers and Mets are all making a push to snag postseason spots in the Senior Circuit.
Gyorko, Dodgers damage Mets' chances with 3-2 comeback win
Jedd Gyorko came off the bench late and played a big role in rallying the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 3-2 victory that damaged the New York Mets' dwindling wild-card chances Sunday night.
Olney: Facing questions about his glove, Mets' Alonso 'made himself a first baseman'
Challenged to improve his defense or become a DH sooner rather than later, the Mets rookie put in the work to become an asset on the field.
Davis' 3-run double lifts Mets over Dodgers 3-0
Rajai Davis hit a three-run double off Julio Urias with two outs in the eighth inning following a brilliant pitchers' duel between the Mets' Jacob deGrom and Hyun-Jin Ryu, and New York beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-0 Saturday night to maintain its...
Mets JD Davis on being called the Sun Bear
Mets JD Davis talks to Jon Sciambi about the Mets season and why Pete Alonso calls him the Sun Bear
As wild-card race heats up, you gotta believe ... in Pete Alonso
The first-year slugger is closing in on the rookie record for home runs as he tries to keep the Mets' postseason hopes alive.
Kershaw, Dodgers catch Syndergaard on bad day, beat Mets 9-2
Noah Syndergaard again wobbled with Wilson Ramos as his catcher while Clayton Kershaw was right in the pocket, sending the Los Angeles Dodgers over the New York Mets 9-2 Friday night.
Ramos catches Syndergaard despite concerns
Mets pitcher Noah Syndergaard will pitch to Wilson Ramos tonight despite a New York Post report on Monday that he and his agents lobbied for him to pitch to New York's other catchers.
BBTN: Injuries, NYM/LAD, Playoff Push
Buster speaks with Karl Ravech about the rash of injuries facing the Yankees and what it means for the return of Giancarlo Stanton (11:00). They also explain why no teams should want to face the A's or Rays in the postseason. Then, Jessica Mendoza previews this weekend's Dodgers/Mets series and also lends her insights on the Noah Syndergaard/Wilson Ramos situation (30:56). Plus, Rena Banena's Bleacher Tweets (42:13).
'Superstitious' Alonso shaves mustache midgame
After his third at-bat Thursday, Mets rookie Pete Alonso decided to change his appearance, shaving his mustache during the game.
Mets hit team-mark 6 HRs, rout D-Backs 11-1 for 4-game sweep
Juan Lagares hit a career grand slam and a two-run shot as the New York Mets set a team record with six home runs, routing the Arizona Diamondbacks 11-1 Thursday for a four-game sweep.
David Schoenfield ESPN Senior Writer
This is how miracles happen: Unlikely players producing unlikely moments. Juan Lagares hits a two-out grand slam in the third inning to give the Mets a 6-0 lead — the first grand slam of his career.
BBTN: Top Prospects, Tommy Pham, HR Records
Buster talks to Keith Law about the debut of Oakland's top pitching prospect, Jesus Luzardo (10:36). Plus, Keith fills Buster in on the stellar seasons enjoyed by three of the game's top prospects. Then, Sarah Langs plays "The Numbers Game" (34:10) before Rays OF Tommy Pham discusses Tampa Bay's impressive season, why they're so hungry and how hitters have adjusted to the juiced ball (39:16).
One thing to watch for each team still in the wild-card race
Both leagues boast tight races to get into MLB's win-or-go-home games, but to get there each team still in the hunt has a key challenge.
Mets collect 9 runs, 11 hits on 9/11 anniversary
Todd Frazier and Jeff McNeil each homered twice, helping the surging New York Mets stun Diamondbacks ace Robbie Ray and beat Arizona 9-0 Wednesday night.
Ramos likely to catch Syndergaard despite drama
Mets manager Mickey Callaway says it is "likely" that Noah Syndergaard will pitch to catcher Wilson Ramos on Friday in his first start since Syndergaard's misgivings over Ramos' defense became public.
David Schoenfield ESPN Senior Writer
It's happening fast and furious now. Todd Frazier slugs his second of the night -- you know we'd have a two-homer guy (we had 10 of them on Tuesday!) and then a few moments later in Philadelphia, Tyler Flowers of the Braves clocked a high fastball from Zach Eflin for a three-run homer. That's 6,093 and 6,094. We're 12 away.
Dan Mullen ESPN.com
The Mets might carry us to the new home run record by themselves tonight. Jeff McNeil just belted New York's third long ball of the night and MLB's 6,089th of the season.
Dan Mullen ESPN.com
The New York Mets are doing their part to get us to a new single-season home run record tonight. Todd Frazier and Brandon Nimmo hit back-to-back jacks and we're now 19 away from a new mark.
Dan Mullen ESPN.com
New York's Todd Frazier hit the second home run of the night and we're now 20 away from a new all-time single-season record.
One home run record all 30 teams could break this month
As the Year of the Home Run nears the finish line, here are the marks within reach for every franchise.
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2019 NL East Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | 94 | 60 | .610 | - | W1 |
| Washington | 83 | 68 | .550 | 9.5 | L1 |
| New York | 79 | 73 | .520 | 14 | W2 |
| Philadelphia | 78 | 73 | .517 | 14.5 | L1 |
| Miami | 53 | 99 | .349 | 40 | L1 |
2019 Team Leaders
- Batting
- Pitching
BATTING AVERAGE
Home Runs
RUNS BATTED IN
Earned Run Average
Wins
Strikeouts
Team Stats
- Pitching
- Batting
Earned Run Average4.3313th
Quality Starts765th
WHIP1.3214th
BAA.25215th
Runs74013th
Batting Average.25810th
On Base Percentage.3299th
Slugging Percentage.44111th