The first three innings were scoreless with Jacob deGrom striking out 7 Nationals, while Gio Gonzalez held the Mets hitless. In the top of the 4th inning the Nationals loaded the bases on 2 walks and a Daniel Murphy single with one out. Luckily for the Mets, Murphy tried to score on an RBI single [...]
One of the many preseason sources of heartburn for both the Mets and their fans was just what to do with young outfielder Michael Conforto after it became clear that the team would be unable to trade Jay Bruce. On the surface, there was nothing particularly new about the dilemma. The team had a crowded [...]
Matt Harvey was force into action due to Jacob deGrom being pushed back because of neck stiffness. Harvey hit the second batter of the game in the head, who luckily was ok. Bryce Harper was the next batter and proceeded to give the Nationals the lead with a long 2 run homer to right center. [...]