Sunday, May 30, 2010

The New York Mets, before the series with the Milwaukee Brewers have been playing excellent. Previously, they played both the Yankees and Phillies at Citi Field, each have decisive set wins. On the road, the Mets just cannot seem to get it done. They prove they can win at home, but in baseball, you need to win everywhere to get to the post-season. Ironically, the Brewers are a better road team because their just terrible at home. This series had questions and it sure provided a bunch of answers. This series for the Mets proved that their pitching was okay in one game, and in another it was horrible. In game 1, was Yovani Gallardo against Johan Santana, ace versus ace. Gallardo is the Brew Crew's top starting pitcher, who is known for his strikeout numbers. Here he fanned seven, pitched a complete game, and gave up no runs to ensure an easy Brewers' win. Santana, on the other hand, got a no decision and pitched just as well. Igarashi gave up a walk-off home run to Corey Hart, who ended the Mets' scoreless streak at 35 innings. In game 2, it was an offensive powerhouse as both teams combined for 14 runs in the game. Not only that, but the Mets' showed heart after trailing 4-1, but the pitching could not seal the deal. Mets lose this game 6-8 and drop the first two with the chance of getting swept in the last game. In game 3, it was all Mets as they flooded the scoreboard with 10 runs on 16 hits. Not to mention, the Mets were provided with a much needed quality start from rising superstar, R.A Dickey. He pitched seven innings, gave up four runs, and k'd three. I am truly disappointed that the Mets could not continue their win streak against the Brewers on the road, but there is just not another word to describe them like streaky.

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