As the 2024 regular season continues, here are three things we’ll be keeping an eye on around the baseball world throughout the day today:
1. Mets roster moves incoming:
The Mets will designate right-hander Jorge Lopez for assignment today on the heels of an outburst wherein the 31-year-old threw his glove into the stands after a rough outing and then cursed while being critical of the team and/or himself in postgame comments that have created a good bit of controversy. Whether Lopez intended to criticize the team, himself or both, he’ll now be replaced on the club’s active roster. Will Sammon of The Athletic reports that left-hander Danny Young, who pitched three scoreless innings for the club earlier this year, will be recalled in his place.
Sammon goes on to suggest that more moves to renovate the club’s bullpen could be on the table, while MLB.com’s Anthony DiComo relays that the club will receive CT scan results regarding Pete Alonso today after he was struck in the hand by a pitch. While initial x-rays came back negative, DiComo noted that the Mets won’t know for sure if Alonso suffered a break or not until they receive today’s results. If Alonso were to miss time, that could open up regular reps at first base for corner infielder Mark Vientos, allowing fellow developing third baseman Brett Baty to take everyday at-bats at the hot corner.
2. Darvish awaiting test results:
Veteran right-hander Yu Darvish lasted just three innings during yesterday’s start against the Marlins. Padres skipper Mike Shildt said after the game that the 37-year-old righty was dealing with tightness in his left hamstring (X link via AJ Cassavell of MLB.com). Darvish underwent was set for imaging on his ailing leg in the aftermath of yesterday’s loss, and it’s likely results will be publicly revealed today.
Darvish has pitched to an excellent 3.20 ERA with a 3.48 FIP and a 23.1% strikeout rate across 11 starts this season, acting as an anchor for the San Diego rotation alongside Dylan Cease. Right-hander Randy Vasquez figures to be the next man up in the event that Darvish requires a trip to the injured list, although the 25-year-old has struggled to a 5.82 ERA in five starts for the club this season.
3. Nootbaar to undergo MRI:
Cardinals manager Oli Marmol told reporters (including MLB.com’s John Denton) that outfielder Lars Nootbaar exited yesterday’s game against the Reds with “lingering pain” in his left side after he initially grabbed at his side following a checked swing earlier in the game. Nootbaar already missed the first two weeks of the season due to fractures in his ribcage.
When healthy enough to take the field, Nootbaar has hit fairly well for the Cardinals this year with a 117 wRC+ in 39 games. It’s possible the club could turn to Victor Scott II or Jordan Walker to fill out their outfield mix in the event that Nootbaar requires another trip to the shelf, although after the pair’s struggles earlier this year it’s also possible they offer regular outfield reps to Alec Burleson while calling up Luken Baker to serve as the club’s DH alongside veteran Matt Carpenter.
Darvish, Nootbar, and Manoah all waiting on imaging results today.
Another day, another batch of injuries.
The injury oven never stops cooking
Yes, Nootbar isnt striking out nearly enough people.
It was a joke. Owned.
#technicallythetruth
People are still using “owned” in comment sections?
We are 34.57% of the way through the season.
Last 30:
Philadelphia Phillies: 22-8
New York Mets: 9-21
LOLMets!
Pythagorean Luck
St. Louis Cardinals & Tampa Bay Rays are getting lucky compared to what their record should be.
Houston Astros, Boston Red Sox, Los Angeles Angels & Cincinnati Reds are the most unluckiest teams and should have better records than they do.
Burleson will definitely take Noot’s spot in the lineup. He is raking and getting better. lose some on defense but hes not terrible.
He has a 749 OPS. I wouldn’t use the term raking. It’s nice that he’s performed decent when given a chance and he’s earned more opportunities but let’s not get carried away.
He was poor and is now quite good. But Nootbar is more valuable given his D.
Hi!
The Padres need Cecil Fielder
Get prince out of retirement to play for the blue jays
Darvish got lit up by the Yankees last weekend … then he only lasted 3 innings next time out. Is he tipping his pitches like he once did in the World Series?
You mean when the Astros were illegally stealing signs then said “oh Darvish was tipping his pitch” I guess reading the catchers call could in fact be considered “tipping your pitch”.
Darvish started Game 7 of a World Series for the Dodgers — at Dodger Stadium — and got pulled after allowing 5 runs over 1.2 innings. You didn’t need to bang on a trash can to raise suspicions about that pitching line for a starter in the biggest moment of his career.
(Though Darvish was able to wangle a big-money contract from the Cubs for doing so.)
He’s aging. Fatiguing more often along with aches and pains, not tipping pitches, is the issue?
White Sox to do nothing.
Why does the author try to run cover for Lopez? The original reporter went back to him to clarify his comments. He said he “probably” said the Mets were the worst #### team in MLB. He doesn’t get the benefit of the doubt since he doubled down. He’s from PR and speaks enough English, no need to carry his water…
Probably?
That doesn’t sound clear to me fella.
Why are you trying so hard to villify him? That’s probably a better question.
Because he’s a grown man and he should face the consequences. If you listened to him (seems like you didn’t) he even said “if I’m back here tomorrow”. He doesn’t need any spin doctoring efforts on his behalf.
See my other post. Lopez is going through a family medical matter and most likely his frustrations came out the wrong way. We all have done it. I heard this on FAN this morning . Something to do with his child. Imagine not being able to help your kid and not knowing how to handle things. I’m not sure but I think they said she needs a transplant.
The Mets suck. They are trying to scapegoat a middle reliever who actually had good numbers before yesterday as if he’s the reason they suck. That’s lame as can be.
Why are you so angry about this? Is it because of what Lopez said or is it because your team sucks?
You don’t have to answer that. You already have.
I was unaware of that. Prayers up for his kid. He’ll get his salary even being cut so at least money won’t be an issue.
See above about mitigating factors. I am a Yankee fan seeing the Mets implode is actually great for me personally.
My focus on this issue is based on not appreciating rich athletes being D-bags. We’d all crawl fifty feet through salted broken glass to make 2 million per year.
He was mad. He performed poorly. The team has been performing poorly. He’s mad. It’s ok to have human emotions. We aren’t all conservative old white men. It’s ok to have feelings.
I looked it up. He’s been dealing with his son’s medicals since birth and apparently he may need another transplant
And have great medical insurance as a pro with team access to the best available care.
“I am a Yankee fan seeing the Mets implode is actually great for me personally”
This is so bizarre coming from an adult. Like weird little man child harebrained simpleton logic. Grow up.
And now after being let go he no longer has insurance correct?
Cue the lunatic fringe crowd. They can now find a new scapegoat…..
There’s a thing called COBRA. Between your winning personality and depth of knowledge the comment section is lucky to have you!
You are a world class clown. Mute isn’t my first choice but that’s the way it’s going here. Take it easy.
Wow. Very condescending but I guess that’s because you’re so very knowledgeable…btw how many pediatric bone marrow transplants do you think COBRA covers every year?
Best pitchers in baseball this year by ERA+
1 Lugo • KCR 238
2. Suárez • PHI 230
3. Imanaga • CHC 219
I look forward to Lugo starting the All-Star Game.
You mean that in earnest or did you think that was clever? Based on how high you seem to get from making negative comments id wager you don’t care about Lugo at all and you saw a stat that would give you a chance to make a spiteful weasel-like comment. Apologies if I read that wrong but I doubt it
@MetsSchmets
I meant it. He’s the best pitcher in MLB right now. Why wouldn’t I want him starting the AS game?
Ok so you’re rooting for a LOLMETS draft pick
Starting pitchers. There are relievers like Suarez with an ERA+ over 500.
I look forward to seeing Lugo in the All Star game too if he continues to pitch like he has so far. What a huge mistake it was for the Mets to let him go and not give him a chance to start.
@Pads He actually went through Mrts farm system and started his MLB career for them as a starter.
He wasn’t spectacular as a SP for them, wasn’t particularly bad either. I’m guessing it was having deGrom, Thor, Wheeler, Matz, Harvey, Vargas that they transitioned him to bullpen.
New York Mess
You spelt that wrong. It’s the New York Mets. You typed an S instead of a T. No apology necessary just do a spell check next time.
@MetsSchmets
I thought it was the New York Mutts?
You’ve misspelt it also. It’s not that hard. M E T S. You losers are not very grammatically inclined.
@ Hotdog
The Diamondbacks will start a series against the Mets tonight, the Mets have usually been able to Kickstart every struggling team they’ve played this season. I expect nothing less now.
You heard it here first, the Mets will put the D Backs on a winning roll starting tonight.
You seem like a lot of fun. Nice racism of lowered expectations. I didn’t know his kid was having some kind of medical struggle but… My issue with the interview still stands even if I’m willing to extend some small grace for his circumstances. I don’t care about the glove or the heat of the moment on field stuff. He is representing his team and teammates when he gives a locker room interview, he needs to do better.
Lars Nootbaar=Tyler O’Neill 2.0