In what felt like a repeat of Tuesday's win, the Mets, donned in their hats for 9/11(they don't have a game today so they wore them last night) defeated the Nationals in a wild one in which the Nationals again picked away at the Mets any time they got a lead. First off, I am sorry to say Carlos Delgado wasn't able to hit two home runs however he did score a run and notch another RBI. For the first time in a long time, David Wright showed up to the ballpark, going four for four with two RBI coming from a two run home run in the eighth inning which gave the Mets more insurance for the ninth inning. Cristian Guzman killed the Mets at the plate, going three for five with two home runs and five RBI. I think it's safe to say Lastings Milledge defined lack luster defense last night continuing to do what he always seems to do at Shea Stadium, his former home. Milledge, a center fielder, played so deep in the outfield that he was unable to make plays that should be routine. Carlos Beltran and Fernando Tatis were basically handed an extra base when Cristian Guzman wasn't able to handle the ball. However, as the ball rolled to center field, we would soon learn it wouldn't be Guzman's fault, but none other than Milledge. Beltran had just finished a head first dive back to second and seemed to begin to call time while Milledge still isn't in possession of the ball. After he picked up the ball, he proceeded to fall as he continued to show off a bad defensive performance. Mike Pelfrey was not the man he has been of late, pitching oddly off as did Oliver Perez the night before. Pelfrey allowed five earned runs and had great difficulty spotting his pitches. He couldn't take control of the game like we have seen him do so well and gave up eight hits while lasting only five innings. In just five innings, Pelfrey tossed 96 pitches and more than half of those for balls. Aaron Heilman returned to his old self, giving up two earned runs and Brian Stokes, a man who people have been raving about because he hasn't killed the Mets like other relief pitchers. Well, their goes that option, the bullpen is back to normal. And now starting to become normal, Joe Smith recorded his second consecutive win which was secured by another Luis Ayala save. Sounds a lot like Deja Vu. Readers, don't worry, Elijah Dukes will not pop out of this article.
I just want to point out the kid on the right in the second picture telling Elijah Dukes to go back to the dugout. That boy better pray he has a strong dad or good health insurance.
As of right now, the Mets have, please say it with confidence, 17 games left this season. Compared to last year, the Mets lead is 3 1/2 games fewer and the Mets this year have one fewer win meaning obviously, one more loss. Don't fret! The Mets have been hitting the ball well lately and are showing they are able to win even if their starting pitching STINKS! Let's hope that the starting pitching can get back on track in time for the upcoming three game series with the Atlanta Braves. The Mets' magic number is 14 and as the Phillies are losing, the Mets are winning. This is good. Fans, please don't worry about another collapse. I was at the last game of the season last year and things were not pretty. When I go to what I hope will be the last regular season game at Shea Stadium, I am sure things will be very different. Tomorrow night, Johan Santana goes up against former Met Mike Hampton who has actually been pitching alright this year, the surprise being that he is actually pitching. So, take a breather and relax. For now things are going well. If things go wrong, then you can flip out, but lighten up because I have great news.....starting tomorrow, there will be a new poll. I know, I myself have been sick of seeing the same names with the same results for this long. You voted Francisco Rodriguez as the player the Mets should make a run at when he becomes a free agent, and you made a great decision. Looking at the Mets now, they could use a proven closer. It will cost them but I would have to agree that K-Rod was the right choice for this poll, but there is no right or wrong. And besides, every single vote for him was made before the news of Billy Wagner being out for the rest of this year and next year. Expect something new soon in the upcoming days, keep reading!
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