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Mets News and Morning Links - 3/31/2023

 


Good Morning. Happy Birthday Ryan Cordell. Another Opener, Another Mets win, Justin Verlander to the IL. Megill to replace him on Roster and Syracuse starts their season this afternoon.  

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Box Score: Mets 5 Marlins 3 Brandon Nimmo CF 1 for 3, double, 3 RBIs, 1 run scored, 1 walk; Starling Marte RF 2 for 4, 1 run scored, 1 walk, 1 stolen base;  Francisco Lindor SS 1 for 4, 1 RBI, 1 K; Jeff McNeil 2B 2 for 4, 1 RBI; Daniel Vogelbach DH 0 for 1, 1 run scored, 1 walk; Eduardo Escobar 3B 1 for 4, 1 run scored, 2 Ks; Omar Narvaez C 1 for 3, 1 run scored, 1 walk; Max Scherzer 6 innings, 3 runs - all earned, 4 hits, 1 HR, 2 walks, 6 Ks; Drew Smith 1 inning, no runs, 1 hit, 2 Ks; Brooks Raley 1 inning, no runs, no hits, 2 Ks; David Robertson 1 inning, no runs, no hits, 2 Ks;

Today's Game: David Peterson (#23, 27, LHP, 0-0, ) Vs. Jesús Luzardo (#44, 25, LHP, 0-0, ) 6:40 p.m. (SNY, MLBN, WCBS 880 AM, WADO 1280 AM)

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Mets 360: Gut Reaction: Mets 5, Marlins 3: "In a continuation of what we saw in Grapefruit League play, it was a crisp game that flowed so much better because of the pitch clock."

CBS Sports:

Metstradamus: Another Opening Day, Another Win, Another Body Part To Google. "Opening Day. Where everyone is 0-0, and young fans fancy their team’s pennant chances. A time of hope springing eternal. A time where new players come to make you forget about the old players. Where you get texts of 'Let’s Go Mets' and 'Happy Opening Day'. And this year’s new entry: 'Holy Crap, Verlander!!!'"


MLB Trade Rumors: "The Mets announced that they will place right-hander Justin Verlander on the 15-day injured list with a “low-grade teres major strain.” According to the team, Verlander “will continue throwing at moderate intensity” and be reevaluated in a week. They’ll provide a further update at that time. Righty Tylor Megill will be recalled from Triple-A and take Verlander’s spot in the rotation for the time being"


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Syracuse Mets will open season this afternoon in Worcester against the Wo-Sox, Game time 4:05.  Tylor Megill was originally announced as the starter but he will now pitch this weekend for the Mets.

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Here is yesterday's MLB Scoreboard.

Sports Illustrated: How Long Each MLB Game Lasted on Opening Day With Pitch Clock. "Yankees 5, Giants 0: 2:33; Cubs 4, Brewers 0: 2:21; Braves 7, Nationals 2: 3:07; Rays 4, Tigers 0: 2:14; Orioles 10, Red Sox 9: 3:10; Mets 5, Marlins 3: 2:42; Twins 2, Royals 0: 2:32; Rangers 11, Phillies 7: 3:04; Pirates 5, Reds 4: 3:02; Blue Jays 10, Cardinals 9: 3:38;"

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New York Mets traded Ron Swoboda and Rich Hacker to the Montreal Expos for Don Hahn on March 31, 1971.

New York Mets signed free agent Ray Sadecki on March 31, 1977.

New York Mets traded Juan Berenguer to the Kansas City Royals for Marvell Wynne and John Skinner on March 31, 1981.

New York Mets traded Rusty Tillman to the San Diego Padres for Rick Lancellotti on March 31, 1985.

New York Mets traded Alan Zinter to the Detroit Tigers for Rico Brogna on March 31, 1994.

New York Mets traded Ryan Thompson and Reid Cornelius to the Cleveland Indians for Mark Clark on March 31, 1996.

New York Mets traded Tim Bogar to the Houston Astros for Luis Lopez on March 31, 1997.

New York Mets claimed Yorkis Perez on waivers from the Atlanta Braves on March 31, 1997.

New York Mets signed free agent Mike DiFelice on March 31, 2005.

New York Mets signed free agent Ricky Ledee on March 31, 2007.

New York Mets released Tony Armas on March 31, 2009.

New York Mets signed free agent Bobby Abreu on March 31, 2014.

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1994

The Mets trade hard-luck right-hander Anthony Young to the Cubs for shortstop Jose Vizcaino. A-Yo holds the major league record for the most consecutive losses by a pitcher.

1998

In the longest scoreless opener in National League history, pinch-hitter Alberto Castillo's single with two outs and the bases loaded gives the Mets a 1-0, 14-inning victory over the Phillies. The most extended Opening Day game in major league history occurred in 1926 when the Senators blanked the Philadelphia A's in 15 innings, 1-0.

 

 

2003

At Shea Stadium, the Mets Opening Day lineup includes the first regular starting double-play combination in major league history featuring natives from Puerto Rico. Second baseman Roberto Alomar and shortstop Rey Sanchez combine to make two twin killings as the Cubs drub New York, 15-2.

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2001 - After 31 years in Three Rivers Stadium, the Pittsburgh Pirates move into their new $262 million home at PNC Park, losing to the New York Mets, 4 - 3, in an exhibition game. The 38,000 seat stadium is nestled at the confluence of the Allegheny, Monongahela and Ohio rivers with a spectacular view of the city.

2010: With spring training coming to an end, the disabled list is getting crowded. Among those who will miss the beginning of the season are Mets SS Jose Reyes, who missed most of 2009 with injuries and joins teammates Daniel Murphy, Carlos Beltran and Kelvim Escobar on the list.

Two Years ago today - the Mets and Francisco Lindor agreed on a contract extension:

Anthony DiComo Mets.com: Lindor, Mets have 10-year extension. “…a 10-year, $341 million contract extension, according to a source. The deal, which the Mets have not confirmed because it is not yet official, is the richest ever for a shortstop, and the third largest in Major League history. Lindor's previous $22.3 million salary for 2021 remains unchanged, making the Mets' total commitment to him $363.3 million over 11 seasons. He will be a Met until at least his 38th birthday.”



Don't miss our daily feature - Games Played on this date.  Today we looked at the Games of March 31th. This includes two losses to the Nationals, the Alberto Castillo 1-0 walk-off win against the Phillies, a Johan Santana win in his Mets debut and a disastrous debut for Tom Glavine. 

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