Matt Harvey was roughed up- giving up 5 runs on 8 hits in 5 innings against the San Diego Padres. Harvey couldn’t throw a breaking ball for a strike and most of the hits he gave up were extra-base hits. He struggled to find a rhythm and the strike zone all game. Harvey is a fierce competitor and you could see from his post-game interview that he was upset with himself. 

Harvey during his post-game interview.

But Harvey knows he needs to erase this one, keep working hard, and get ready for his next start.  Hopefully he uses this loss to motivate him and takes it out on Atlanta on Friday, which will be his debut at Citi Field. I’m sure Mets fans can’t wait to see the future of the organization first hand on the mound at home. 

Mets offense was definitely limited today. They’ve been struggling to get clutch hits. But Ronny Cedeño showed a little spark with a pinch-hit 2-run home run. (Check it out here…) That makes 8 pinch-hit home runs for the Mets this season. Obviously Valdie leads the pack with 5, followed by Scott Hairston with 2, and Cedeno joins them. 

BROOKLYN GETS A TREAT!– Fans at MCU Park were given a great treat this afternoon! Johan Santana made a rehab start for the Brooklyn Cyclones. I’m so upset I didn’t go to the game! But I’m happy he had a good outing! Santana threw 38 pitches allowing one hit and one walk with three strikeouts over three scoreless innings in the BK. He followed his three innings with further pitching in the bullpen to make it a 90 pitch outing.

Santana on his rehab start: “I feel good. My body had a chance to recover. I really needed that. I threw all my pitches and commanded my fastball.”

Can’t wait to get our ace back! 

BAXTER IN METS HISTORY– Mike Baxter drew five walks in last night’s game, setting the Mets’ record and tying the National League record for walks in a nine-inning game. Congrats Mike!

EDGIN TAKING CONTROL– After Frank Francisco was reactivated, Tim Byrdak was placed on the DL with shoulder soreness. With Byrdak going down, Josh Edgin will be taking on a larger role in the bullpen. It’s a lot to take on in your rookie season, but judging by his performance so far, Edgin seems like the real deal. I think he can handle it! 

OFF DAY– The Mets have an off day tomorrow before Jose Reyes and the Marlins come into town for a three game series on Tuesday. Can’t wait to listen to all the comparisons between Reyes and Tejada…NOT. Ugh, please! Don’t forget to check out the game at 7:10PM! 

The Mets fell a hit short of another incredible comeback last night leaving me on the edge of my seat. It was a tough loss and the team definitely could have benefited from another incredible comeback win, but they didn’t let it get them down. They have a great ability to shake off difficult losses and today’s game was no different.

Who needs Jose Reyes when Ruben Tejada has been holding it down at shortstop. Not only has he been getting hits offensively, but his defense is really developing well. He saved a run from scoring in the 9th inning and possibly saved the game with this amazing catch! Check it out! Fans were extremely worried about what would happen after Reyes left the team, but Tejada has been filling the role very well. I mean, he is definitely not Jose Reyes and I am in no way diminishing Reyes’ impact on the Mets. We were able to move on and find a player within our system that could develop and give us offense and defense from the shortstop position. Tejada brings a strong work ethic and always does the best he can every game. I can’t complain about that!

Jordany Valdespin has been coming up big these last few games. Being patient at the plate and taking walks, and giving us some power with his home run today. It’s been  the opposite with Ike Davis. He’s been hot and cold- providing power and then hitting into double plays. Much like the offense, he needs to find consistency.

Dillon Gee did his thing today! He gave up 1 run on 7 hits and gave us a solid eight innings. That’s exactly what we needed! Great way for Gee to end his first half!

Niese looking for a series win to finish the first half- Jon Niese and the Mets take on Ryan Dempster and the Cubs to finish off the first half of the season. A series win will definitely give us an energy boost going into the All-Star break and second half. Come on Niese, let’s get us a win!