Mets News and Morning Links - 10/9/2024

 

Good Morning. Happy Birthday Bill Pulsipher and Starling Marte. Mets one win away from NLCS with 7-2 win over Phillies and Mets Minor Leaguers play in the Arizona Fall League.

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10/8/2024 Playoff Box Score: New York Mets 7 Philadelphia Phillies 2

Mets 7 Phillies 2 Post Game Notes - 10/8/2024

Lindor SS;  1 for 5; double; 1 RBI; 1 K; Vientos 3B;  2 for 4; 1 K; Bader PR-CF;  0 for 1; 1 run; Nimmo LF;  0 for 2; 2 runs; 2 walks; 1 K; Alonso 1B;  1 for 2; HR; 2 runs; 1 RBI; 2 walks; 1 K; Iglesias, J 2B-3B;  2 for 4; 2 RBIs; Winker DH;  1 for 3; HR; 1 run; 1 RBI; Martinez, J PH-DH;  0 for 0; 1 run; 1 walk; Marte, S RF;  1 for 3; 2 RBIs; 1 K; Acuña 2B;  0 for 1; 1 K; Taylor, T CF-RF;  0 for 4; 2 Ks; Alvarez, F C;  1 for 4; 3 Ks; Manaea (W, 1-0); 7 innings; 1 run; 1 ER; 3 hits; 2 walks; 6 Ks; Maton, P; 0.2 inning; 1 run; 1 ER; 1 hit; 1 walk; 1 K; Stanek; 1.1 innings; no runs; 1 hit; 1 K;

Anthony DiComo Mets.com: With heavy heart, masterful Manaea lifts Mets in Game 3 "Only Manaea knew that he had just delivered the game of his life at a moment of mourning. Earlier Tuesday, before National League Division Series Game 3, Manaea lost his aunt Mabel. He didn’t have time to grieve. He needed to pitch. And that is precisely what Manaea did, throwing seven of the finest innings of his career in a 7-2 win over the Phillies that pushed the Mets to the cusp of the NL Championship Series."

Brian Joura Mets 360: " Pete Alonso gave the Mets the lead with a solo homer in the second inning and Jesse Winker doubled the advantage with a solo homer in the fourth." 

Tim Healey Newsday: Sean Manaea's gem, Pete Alonso's homer lift Mets past Phillies in NLDS Game 3. "In the sixth, Manaea began to teeter, issuing walks to Schwarber and Turner to put two on with no outs...But Mendoza stuck with his top starter, and Manaea rewarded him. He struck out Harper on three pitches...Manaea recorded his final six outs on just 13 pitches. Two of them — with two on and one out in the sixth — came on Nick Castellanos’ line drive to Iglesias for a double play."

NY Post: Mets come up with three big two-out hits in key Game 3 victory. "Starling Marte, Jose Iglesias and Francisco Lindor, who drove in the final five runs Tuesday, all connected on hits with two outs — with those once-insurance runs morphing into the difference-making ones after the Phillies ended the shutout bid with two in the eighth."

NY Post: Mets’ sparkling defensive gems outshine Phillies’ flops in NLDS Game 3. "With one out in the fourth, Alec Bohm smacked a drive that one-hopped the wall in right-center...It hit the warning track, then the wall and then Taylor’s hand, wheeling and making a throw that bounced once before reaching Lindor at second base. Lindor waited for the ball to reach him, the throw hopping over a sliding Bohm and Lindor catching it with his glove attached to Bohm’s helmet for a nifty tag."

Mets YouTube Channel: Mets 7 Phillies 2 Game Highlights 10/8/24

"The atmosphere was absolutely incredible. I mean the fans brought it from pitch one to the last out, and we need more of that tomorrow."

Pete Alonso caught up with @SteveGelbs after the Mets Game 3 victory: pic.twitter.com/iUgWwes7JX

— SNY (@SNYtv) October 9, 2024

"What a privilege, what an honor for us to have that support from our fanbase."

- Carlos Mendoza on the Citi Field fans pic.twitter.com/IKyHlBfEiA

— SNY (@SNYtv) October 9, 2024

"He didn't back down from contact. He didn't back away."

Carlos Mendoza talks about the adjustments Sean Manaea made tonight: pic.twitter.com/JB0JruzSgY

— SNY (@SNYtv) October 9, 2024

"This is really special stuff here. You can't make it up."

Pete Alonso reflects on the journey the Mets have gone through so far this season: pic.twitter.com/GmfOxEHC4r

— SNY (@SNYtv) October 9, 2024

Pete Alonso talks about Jesse Winker's presence in the clubhouse:

"He plays the game of baseball like a middle linebacker... It's a pleasure sharing a locker room with him. Never a doubt that Jesse's always ready to go." pic.twitter.com/1CHtCjMJ6H

— SNY (@SNYtv) October 9, 2024

"It's been a dream come true, it really has. I always wondered what it would be like to be a New York Met and it's been a dream come true."

- Jesse Winker pic.twitter.com/y9Y1vt7lO0

— SNY (@SNYtv) October 9, 2024

Sean Manaea talks about hitting a career "rock bottom" two years ago against the Phillies in the playoffs:

"To be as low as I was there and to be here now, such an incredible feeling to be able to persevere through all that. Super proud of myself for that." pic.twitter.com/LlWgpem3t5

— SNY (@SNYtv) October 9, 2024

Sean Manaea says that he kissed the sky on his way off the field in honor of his aunt, who passed away this morning:

"That game was for her." pic.twitter.com/zM2SKGu8Hr

— SNY (@SNYtv) October 9, 2024

"I take pride on defense... I want to prove everybody wrong about my defense."

Mark Vientos on his defensive capabilities: pic.twitter.com/yuW8RokMGL

— SNY (@SNYtv) October 9, 2024

"Just being in this park and hearing everybody on our side was sick."

Mark Vientos on playing at Citi Field tonight: pic.twitter.com/GVBm070lHY

— SNY (@SNYtv) October 9, 2024

"Nothing I've ever experienced before. It was epic there."

Tyrone Taylor on the Citi Field crowd tonight: pic.twitter.com/OwWHOlwjg1

— SNY (@SNYtv) October 9, 2024

"We just want the place to be absolutely packed. This is what Mets fans have been hoping for, waiting for. We just want them to enjoy this with us as much as possible."

- Brandon Nimmo pic.twitter.com/rxLn09XrUn

— SNY (@SNYtv) October 9, 2024

"He's a dangerous hitter and I'm just extremely proud of him."

Brandon Nimmo talks about Pete Alonso getting hot in the postseason: pic.twitter.com/4u3TUxjqfR

— SNY (@SNYtv) October 9, 2024

"It's a battle of wills tomorrow. We'll see what happens."

Brandon Nimmo talks about the Mets trying to close out the series tomorrow: pic.twitter.com/Sw4IVD1rBz

— SNY (@SNYtv) October 9, 2024

"Look for David Peterson... to be a potential bullpen hero over the next game or two for the Mets depending on if this series goes five"@martinonyc talks about David Peterson's bullpen availability for tomorrow's Game 4: https://t.co/P9ShqrkNxz pic.twitter.com/Vor1cWN13Y

— SNY (@SNYtv) October 9, 2024

 

More Mets Videos:

• Mets YouTube Channel: Locker Room Reactions 10/8/24
• Mets YouTube Channel: Mets Post Game Press Conference
• SNY on YouTube: Sean Manaea, Pete Alonso Post Game Reactions 10/8/24
• MLB YouTube Channel: Jesse Winker Solo Home Run 10/8/24
• MLB YouTube Channel: Pete Alonso Solo HR 10/8/24
• Mets YouTube Channel: Game 3 Pregame Ceremonies
• Mets YouTube Channel: Carlos Mendoza, Francisco Lindor, Jose Quintana Pregame Press Conference

Today's Game:

Phillies (1-2 in postseason) @ Mets (4-2 in postseason); Preview; 5:08PM; PHI:  Ranger Suárez (#55, 28, LHP, 12-8, 3.46) Vs. NYM; Jose Quintana (#62, 35, LHP, 10-10, 3.75)

Mets Daily Clips: 

Mets Defeat Phillies 7-2 

• Mets beat Phillies 7-2 behind Alonso and Manaea to take 2-1 lead in NLDS (ESPN)
• Sean Manaea's gem, Pete Alonso's homer lift Mets past Phillies in NLDS Game 3 (Newsday)
• 3 takeaways from the Mets' NLDS Game 3 win over the Phillies (Newsday)
• The Phillies made Game 3 so much harder on themselves (New York Times)
• Behind Sean Manaea, Mets take 2-1 NLDS lead with dominant 7-2 win over Phillies at Citi Field (New York Daily News)
• It's Mets' time to pounce on Phillies: 3 thoughts as they try to clinch NLDS in Game 4 (The Record)
• Mets are attacking Phillies in different ways: ‘It’s what you dream about as a kid' (NJ.com)
• Mets stay humble after pummeling Phillies: ‘We haven’t done anything’ (NJ.com)
• Phillies, backs against wall, send telling message to Mets about series (NJ.com)
• Mets showboat after home runs against Phillies in NLDS Game 3 (NJ.com)
• Unrelenting Mets push Phillies to the brink with NLDS Game 3 win: Highlights (USA TODAY)
• Phillies one defeat from elimination after 7-2 loss to Mets in Game 3 of NLDS (AP)
• After Game 3 Loss To The Mets, Phillies Face Questions Yankees Hope To Avoid (Forbes)
• How Mets-Phillies NLDS Game 3 Was Decided In Two At-Bats (Forbes)
• Mets' Game 3 Starter: Why This Start vs. Phillies is Different (SI.com)
• Phillies Slugger Sends Warning to Mets After NLDS Game 3 Defeat (SI.com)
• Mets return to Citi Field for a hero's welcome, and another victory with NLDS Game 3 triumph (Newsday)
• My evening in the seats at Citi Field as the Mets turned the playoffs into a party (New York Times)
• This was a different type of clutch performance from Mets (New York Times) 
• Mets fans finally get chance to roar in dream afternoon (New York Times)
• New York Mets defeat Philadelphia Phillies 7-2 in Game 3 (ESPN)
• Phillies on the brink: They know it. The Mets smell it. Their legacy is on the line (The Athletic)

 

Pete Alonso News:

• Polar Bear wins latest 'cat and mouse' game vs. longtime nemesis (MLB) 
• Pete Alonso ignites electric Mets crowd with signature Citi Field homer (New York Times)
• Pete Alonso and the Mets return to Citi Field for NLDS Game 3, just like they expected (New York Daily News)
• Pete Alonso continues epic postseason with HR, bat flip vs. Aaron Nola in Mets’ NLDS Game 3 win vs. Phillies (New York Daily News)
• Yankees legend tries to ‘stir it up’ with Mets' Pete Alonso after playoff win (NJ.com)
• Pete Alonso Gives Mets Early Lead With Another Home Run (SI.com)

 

Sean Manaea News:

• With heavy heart, masterful Manaea lifts Mets in Game 3 (MLB) 
• Sean Manaea found out aunt died hours before Mets gem: ‘That game was for her’ (New York Times)
• Heroes, zeros from Mets’ NLDS Game 3 win: Sean Manaea the Amazin’ ace (New York Times)
• Sean Manaea’s Phillies mastery has Mets one win away from NLCS (New York Times)
• Mets’ Sean Manaea not ‘the same pitcher’ who had playoff nightmare against Phillies (New York Times)
• Mets ride Sean Manaea, balanced offense in win over Phillies in NLDS Game 3 (The Record)
• Mets’ Sean Manaea’s playoff masterpiece had special meaning: ‘That game was for her’ (NJ.com)
• Mets’ Sean Manaea, offense lead beatdown of Phillies | New York is one win from NLCS (NJ.com)
• Mets’ Sean Manaea delivers sparkling performance with a heavy heart (The Athletic)
• Sean Manaea deals, Phillies reel as Mets seize lead in NLDS: Takeaways (The Athletic)
• Sean Manaea's brilliant performance lifts Mets to 7-2 Game 3 win over Phillies (SNY.TV)
• Mets' Sean Manaea dedicates NLDS gem vs. Phillies to his aunt, who died before Game 3: 'That game was for her' (CBS)
• Sean Manaea overcomes postseason demons to put Mets one win away from NLCS (SNY.TV)
• Sean Manaea Pitches the Game of His Life Hours After Losing a Loved One (SI.com)
• MLB playoffs 2024: Sean Manaea delivers 7 sparkling innings to lead Mets to win over Phillies, 2-1 lead in NLDS (Yahoo! Sports)
• New York Mets One Win From NLCS After Sean Manaea Dominates Phillies (SI.com)

 

Francisco Lindor News: 

• Mets fans go nuts, sing loudly in unison for Francisco Lindor’s walk-up song (New York Times)
• Francisco Lindor grateful for his first home game in a month as Mets return for NLDS Game 3 vs. Phillies (New York Daily News)
• Lindor relishes his 1st home game in a month as Mets trounce Phillies for 2-1 lead in NLDS (AP)

 

Other Mets News:

• Mets will try to close out Phillies with help from David Peterson, reliever (SNY.TV)
• Mets' emotional support eyeblack trend has energized the dugout (Newsday)
• Nick Castellanos issues warning for the Mets before NLDS Game 4 (New York Times)
• Jeff McNeil’s Mets injury rehab could take him to Arizona Fall League (New York Times)
• Jose Quintana ready to deliver for Mets in start of his life (New York Times)
• Grimace rides the rails on NYC’s purple line with Mets fans ahead of NLDS game 3 against Phillies (New York Times)
• Jesse Winker endearing himself to Citi Field faithful — and leaving hated Brewers in the past (New York Times)
• Jose Quintana is ready for the biggest game of his career in Game 4 of the NLDS (New York Daily News)
• Friend of Yankees’ Juan Soto reveals surprise team weighing ‘astronomical offer’ (NJ.com)
• Mets owner Steve Cohen sends message to fans for home playoff games (NJ.com)
• Injured Mets infielder’s rehab process could be impacted by Hurricane Milton  (NJ.com) 
• New York Mets' 'Cinnamon Bun Egg Roll' tops new MLB ballpark food list (ESPN)
• Grimace arrives for Mets' NLDS game on custom 7 train (ESPN)
• Mets take advantage of raucous atmosphere to move within 1 win of NLCS (The Athletic)
• What you need to know from the MLB playoffs: Mets win, Dodgers on the brink (The Athletic)
• Mets’ Kodai Senga is ready to pitch with season on line. But is his stuff back? (The Athletic)

Nick Castellanos Says Mets 'Do Not Want' to Return to Philadelphia for Game 5 (SI.com)

• Mets 'Toughest Free Agency Decision' Will Shape Franchise's Future (SI.com)

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Arizona Fall League:

• 10/8/2024: Box Score - Scottsdale Scorpions 9 Salt River Rafters 8 
• Jett Williams; SS 1 for 5; double; 1 run; 1 RBI; 1 K; Drew Gilbert*; RF 1 for 5; double; 1 run; 1 RBI; 1 K; Jacob Reimer; 3B 1 for 4; 2 RBIs; 1 walk; 1 K; Saul García;  (H, 1) 1 inning; no runs; 1 hit; 1 K;
• Tonight's Scottsdale Scorpions Lineup 10/8/24
• 10/8/2024 - Today's Arizona Fall League Game Notes
• Mets 2024 Arizona Fall League Preview

J-E-T-T, Jett!, Jett! Jett! Williams with a double and an RBI as he picks up where he left off the last week for @SyracuseMets https://t.co/8WQ88N6Qwb #Mets #LGM #MetsTwitter @ernestdove @FarmToFlushing @bkfan09 @WexlerRules @ImAriBeRKO @draftniks @TheBaseballHut @bronxfanatic… pic.twitter.com/td7auTVjdl

— Mets News and Links (@JohnFromAlbany) October 9, 2024

Drew Gilbert goes 1 for 5; double; 1 run; 1 RBI; 1 K in his first Arizona Fall League game. https://t.co/cGgNo988or#Mets #LGM #MetsTwitter @ernestdove @FarmToFlushing @bkfan09 @WexlerRules @ImAriBeRKO @draftniks @TheBaseballHut @bronxfanatic @BrianGerhauser pic.twitter.com/c8OZA3vD3l

— Mets News and Links (@JohnFromAlbany) October 9, 2024

Jacob Reimer 1 for 4; 2 RBIs; 1 walk; 1 K as the Mets players see action in the AFL.https://t.co/cGgNo988or#Mets #LGM #MetsTwitter @ernestdove @FarmToFlushing @bkfan09 @WexlerRules @ImAriBeRKO @draftniks @TheBaseballHut @bronxfanatic @BrianGerhauser pic.twitter.com/1W86gK6KS4

— Mets News and Links (@JohnFromAlbany) October 9, 2024

Saul García makes his Arizona Fall League Debut - 1 inning; no runs; 1 hit; 1 K;https://t.co/cGgNo988or#Mets #LGM #MetsTwitter @ernestdove @FarmToFlushing @bkfan09 @WexlerRules @ImAriBeRKO @draftniks @TheBaseballHut @bronxfanatic @BrianGerhauser pic.twitter.com/S6cchDkGq7

— Mets News and Links (@JohnFromAlbany) October 9, 2024

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• Tatis homers again as the Padres beat the Dodgers 6-5 for a 2-1 NLDS lead

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Today in Mets History Per Ultimatemets.com: 

Born on this date:

• Jim Tatum (1967)
• Bill Pulsipher (1973)
• Alay Soler (1979)
• Jason Pridie (1983)
• Starling Marte (1988)

Transactions:
Oakland Athletics claimed Matt Watson of the New York Mets on waivers on October 9, 2003.

Oakland Athletics claimed Marco Scutaro of the New York Mets on waivers on October 9, 2003.

Baseball Reference:

1999 - Todd Pratt hits a 10th-inning home run off Matt Mantei to give the New York Mets a 4 - 3 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 4 of the NLDS. The victory clinches the series for New York.

OTD 1999 - Todd Pratt hits a 10th-inning home run off Matt Mantei to give the New York Mets a 4 - 3 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 4 of the NLDS. The victory clinches the series for New York.https://t.co/vWbl61X1Y9

— John From Albany (@AlbanyFrom) October 9, 2020

2015: - In the NLDS, the Mets hand Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw his fifth straight postseason loss as Jacob deGrom outpitches him in a 3 - 1 win. Daniel Murphy homers for New York while Justin Turner hits a pair of doubles for Los Angeles.

10/9/2015 Jacob deGrom’s first postseason start entails him striking out 13 Dodgers in 7 shutout innings. Daniel Murphy hit a solo home run off Clayton Kershaw and David Wright had a big 2 run single in the 7th which ended up being the difference in the game. pic.twitter.com/vHbCHIQBm0

— This Day in Mets History (@NYMhistory) October 9, 2019

 

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