Category: Michael Baron
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The Mets bullpen problems are are back…
So much has been made over the last ten days about the Mets sudden outage at the plate, the fatigue and controversy among their young starting pitchers, and a disappointing and mostly lopsided homestand during which the club went 3-6. But the bullpen has once again become equally as problematic during this stretch of games…
Michael Baron
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Bartolo Colon showing he can be a valuable postseason chip, in whatever role he’s assigned
Two months ago, it would’ve been hard to take any notion that Bartolo Colon would be the Mets best and most consistent pitcher down the stretch of the season. But as the young starting pitchers have staggered (and been skipped), Colon has emerged as not just a steady force in the Mets rotation, but their best pitcher…
Michael Baron
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A week away from Citi Field could be just what the lethargic Mets need
Once upon a time, a long homestand would be just what the Mets needed. For road trips were usually served as water for whatever fire they had through the first 3 1/2 months of the season. And now, the tables have turned. Suddenly, the Mets have become a ferocious force away from Citi Field, an…
Michael Baron
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While honored by the Manager of the Year discussion, Terry Collins credits it all to his team
As the Mets continue to close in on their first division title since 2006 and exceed every expectation set for them before the season started, the praise for Terry Collins only continues to grow. After all, he kept the Mets afloat in a first half mired by injury, underperformance and a severely fragmented roster, only hoping…
Michael Baron
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Eventually, Michael Conforto will face left-handers, but not now
Michael Conforto has exceeded every expectation since he was promoted from Double-A Binghamton in late July, hitting .284/.360/.532 in 161 plate appearances over 47 games with 11 doubles, eight home runs and 23 RBI in that span. But throughout his rookie campaign, Conforto’s exposure has been limited against left-handed pitching, as he’s received just 11…
Michael Baron
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