Yankees VS Mets Game 2

Yankees Try to Sweep First Iteration of Subway Series

Hello NY baseball fans, I am coming to you from the Nautical Mile to bring you the latest info on The Big Apple baseball franchises. Heading into tonight’s matchup the Mets and Yankees have not lived up to their preseason expectations. Last season saw the Mets close the season at 101 wins and adding Justin Verlander. The Yankees found themselves heartbroken once again at the hands of the Astros last season. With high expectations for both clubs, one would think improvements would show in the win column at this point in the season. Unfortunately Lindor’s play hasn’t reflected the back of his baseball card especially given his mega-contract. Verlander had World Series aspirations joining the Flushing Club and reuniting with his old teammate Mad Max. The Mets rotation hasn’t fully strutted their stuff this season due to injuries and a Scherzer suspension. 

In the northern borough, Yankees superstars have had a shaky first third of the season. With the exception of Cole who totes a 7-1 record, Nestor and Severino have been underwhelming to say the least. Rizzo’s hot start at the plate helped the lineup settle in early, but after a collision with Tatis Jr neck issues have nagged the lefty first baseman. Volpe was raised from the minors as the Number 1 Yankees prospect this past offseason. The hometown kid finally got his shot but hasn’t been hitting the cover of the ball as most experts had expected. With a batting average under the Mendoza line, the glove flashing shortstop is hoping that his batting begins to reflect exceptional play in the field. Rumors surrounding a trip back to the minors have been floating for Volpe, but as a rookie some more time in the Bronx is necessary for his development.  Anthony isn’t a genie in a bottle, and fans’ wishes of a Jeter-level shortstop will not be granted immediately. 

But getting back to the game at hand, tonight let’s look at the pitching matchup. The Mets’ aging hired gun Verlander faces Cole Train tonight in Queens for a season defining game to end the series. The broadcast takes the national stage tonight on ESPN at 7, so all eyes will be on the former Cy Young winners. This has been MrBaseball, thanks for reading. Hope you stay well and god bless you! PEACE OUT!