Your Wednesday morning dose of New York Mets and MLB news, notes, and links.
Meet the Mets
Brandon Nimmo is not letting plantar fasciitis slow him down during this postseason run.
Luis Severino earned a Gold Glove nomination, the only Met to be nominated.
The current version of Severino is just what the Mets need.
The Mets released info of their pregame block parties ahead of games 3-5 at Citi Field.
Robin Ventura looks back at his ‘Grand Slam Single’ 25 years later.
Darryl Strawberry, Robin Ventura, and Matt Harvey will throw out first pitches this week.
Francisco Lindor said he thought he had a good defensive year but ultimately is not focused on individual awards like the Gold Glove.
Meanwhile, moving Lindor to the leadoff spot might’ve saved the Mets season.
The Mets have a crucial Kodai Senga decision to make ahead of game 5.
There’s an alternate reality where Francisco Lindor is playing for the Dodgers this October.
Gary Cohen spoke to The Athletic on how difficult it can be to be sidelined from calling postseason games.
Around the National League East
The Phillies extended Rob Thompson’s contract through 2026, and the entire Phillies coaching staff is set to return next season.
Around Major League Baseball
In Game 2 of the ALCS, the Yankees defeated the Guardians 6-2.
The 2024 Gold Glove Award finalists were announced on Tuesday.
Ben Lively replaced Alex Cobb on the Guardians playoff roster.
Freddie Freeman has impressed teammates while he plays through an ankle injury.
The Mets and Yankees could benefit from the playoffs continuing to have an old-school feel.
Shohei Ohtani has been quiet this postseason, something the Mets would benefit from if it were to continue.
Yesterday at Amazin’ Avenue
Mark Vientos is better than anyone ever could’ve imagined says Brian Salvatore.
Christian Romo wrote on how important it is to the Mets for Edwin Díaz to be his dominant self.
Chris McShane thinks it might be wise for the Mets to shake up their lineup tonight.
The Game 2 win has put the Mets in a good position.
You can listen to Howie Rose’s call of the Mark Vientos grand slam on repeat before the game tonight.
This Date in Mets History
The Mets won the World Series on this date in 1969. How’s that for a good omen ahead of tonight’s game?