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IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Mets – Willets Point Sep 27 2015 02:00 AM

The 2015 NL East Champions conclude thir four-games series with the Reds with the possibility of a series sweep and the goal of maintaining their lead over the Dodgers for second-best NL division champion. Jacob deGrom (13-8, 2.64) takes his turn on the mound for the Mets. The Reds send out Keyvius Sampson (2-5, 6.45) to try and contain the once again potent Mets offense.

d'Kong76 Sep 27 2015 06:32 AM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

GAME: New York Mets (88-67) at Cincinnati Reds (63-91) DATE/TIME: Sunday, September 27 - 1:10 PM EST WHERE: Great American Ball Park, Cincinnati, Ohio LINE: N/A TOTAL: N/A Covers Media Group, Ltd. If the New York Mets couldn’t clinch the National League East for the first time since 2006 at Citi Field, it was fitting that it happened at the venue that probably feels like their second home - Great American Ball Park. The Mets, who ended a nine-year playoff drought with a 10-2 rout on Saturday, seek their 11th straight road victory and look to sweep the season series from the Reds one day later when the teams complete a four-game set in Cincinnati. New York (88-67) improved to 26-15 all-time at Great American Ball Park following Saturday’s triumph, giving the newly-crowned NL East champions their seventh straight win over the Reds while also setting the franchise record for the longest road winning streak. The Mets have been surging on the road for more than a month, however, winning 18 of their last 20 such contests. Cincinnati (63-91) has dropped seven in a row to fall into last place in the NL Central and is already on the verge of one of the worst seasons in franchise history as seven of its final eight games are against teams that have already qualified for the postseason. The Reds have been outscored 28-11 this weekend and 39-15 in the six meetings overall this season. TV: 1:10 p.m. ET, SNY (New York) PITCHING MATCHUP: Mets RH Jacob deGrom (13-8, 2.64 ERA) vs. Reds RH Keyvius Sampson (2-5, 6.45) Having already eclipsed his career high in innings, deGrom will return to the mound for the first time in 12 days in an effort to improve on his 1-1 record and lower his 5.50 ERA and 1.44 WHIP in three September turns. The Stetson product was tagged for a career-high tying six earned runs on 10 hits in five frames against Miami Sept. 15, marking the second time in five outings he allowed at least that many earned runs. The 27-year-old deGrom, who has never faced Cincinnati, is 7-4 with a 3.20 ERA in 14 road starts this season. Sampson halted a three-start losing streak with a no-decision on Tuesday in St. Louis after yielding one run on four hits and three walks over 5 1/3 innings. The 24-year-old rookie is winless in seven turns since going 2-1 with a 3.18 ERA in his first four career appearances (three starts) and has not logged a quality start in any of his last eight trips to the mound. Sampson has struggled mightily at home (0-4, 8.31) and will attempt to pick up his first career victory at Great American Ball Park when he squares off with the Mets for the first time. WALK-OFFS: 1. The Mets have scored three or more runs in a league-record tying 30 straight road games, matching the mark set by the 1912 New York Giants. 2. Cincinnati 1B Joey Votto has reached base in 43 consecutive games, two shy of matching the best mark in the majors this season and five short of the team mark set by Pete Rose in 1978. 3. New York 1B Lucas Duda has reached base safely in 11 of his last 17 plate appearances, recording three homers, three doubles, five walks and 12 RBIs over that stretch.

Rockin' Doc Sep 27 2015 06:53 AM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

I have a feeling that at least for todays game, the Mets line up may not look quite as formidable as it did the last few games. After the emotional celebration yesterday, I think a few regulars may get a day off. Of course, the Mets now have the ability to insert Conforto, Johnson, Legares, and possibly Nieuwenhuis (Cuddyer) for a game without the offense falling apart. It's great to have depth to give the team options.

d'Kong76 Sep 27 2015 07:16 AM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Rockin' Doc wrote: I have a feeling that at least for todays game, the Mets line up may not look quite as formidable as it did the last few games. After the emotional celebration yesterday, I think a few regulars may get a day off. The hungover squad going for the sweep!!

Ceetar Sep 27 2015 08:50 AM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Juan Lagares - CF Kelly Johnson - SS Michael Conforto - LF Kevin Plawecki - C Kirk Nieuwenhuis - RF Eric Campbell - 3B Dilson Herrera - 2B Anthony Recker - 1B Jacob deGrom - RHP

Benjamin Grimm Sep 27 2015 08:52 AM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Yeesh!

d'Kong76 Sep 27 2015 08:59 AM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Sparkling wine and beer is a bad combo most times!

Frayed Knot Sep 27 2015 09:08 AM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage Edited 1 time(s), most recently on Sep 27 2015 10:26 AM

[youtube:36xhm7m9]ts9-4jbFWGg[/youtube:36xhm7m9] As good an excuse as any to play this one.

Lefty Specialist Sep 27 2015 09:14 AM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Ceetar wrote: Juan Lagares - CF Kelly Johnson - SS Michael Conforto - LF Kevin Plawecki - C Kirk Nieuwenhuis - RF Eric Campbell - 3B Dilson Herrera - 2B Anthony Recker - 1B Jacob deGrom - RHP Boy, deGrom better strike out 27 today. I've seen better lineups in the first week of spring training.

MFS62 Sep 27 2015 10:14 AM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Doesn't TC realize there's still a chase for the home field advantage in the playoffs? How drunk did he get last night? Later

Frayed Knot Sep 27 2015 10:27 AM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Lefty Specialist wrote: I've seen better lineups in the first week of spring training. And I think we may have seen worse ones in May.

Chad Ochoseis Sep 27 2015 10:33 AM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Frayed Knot wrote: And I think we may have seen worse ones in May. Indeed. Better Plawecki in the cleanup spot than Mayberry. And, sure, give the regulars a day off before pushing for home field advantage. And if DeGrom gets pulled after 75 pitches, I won't complain much at all.

Benjamin Grimm Sep 27 2015 10:49 AM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

If they keep the game close, Terry has a hell of a selection of pinch hitters to choose from late in the game.

Zvon Sep 27 2015 11:21 AM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

1-0 Mets. I don't know how yet but that's nice to see. Lets see. Gary said Conforto but my summary tab says Kelly Johnson hit an RBI double.

themetfairy Sep 27 2015 11:25 AM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

My box score says Conforto knocked Johnson in.

Zvon Sep 27 2015 11:34 AM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Thank you TMF. I saw Herrera go kaBOOM with my own eyes :) 3-0 Mets.

Lefty Specialist Sep 27 2015 12:02 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

deGrom goes ka-plink for two runs. 5-0 and a call to the Reds bullpen.

Zvon Sep 27 2015 12:14 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

The Turtles Happy Together does not play well on a Hammond Organ.

Mets Guy in Michigan Sep 27 2015 12:17 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Herrera says, "Hey, don't forget I'm the All-Star second baseman of the future." Booth conversation saying that Niese told Terry he'll happy be a reliever for the postseason and will start working out of the pen this week.

Rockin' Doc Sep 27 2015 12:22 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Wow, I can't believe that deGrom's soft flare to left field wasn't caught to end the inning. I guess that is what happens when you have a utility infielder playing the outfield. DeJesus just gave up on the ball and played it on the hop. It appeared he could have easily got to the ball for a rather routine catch, but just didn't seem to realize it. The Mets are happy to accept the Reds generosity and add to their lead. I wonder who is available from the bu;llpen today. If the starting line up is any indication I'm expecting it to be the Stauffer, Verrett, Parnell, O'Flaherty, etc. while Reed, Clippard, Robles, and Familia spend the day lounging.

Mets Guy in Michigan Sep 27 2015 12:33 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Confession: I bought one of those celebration caps on MLB.com yesterday. I had a $10 gift card, so it wasn't as stupidly expensive as usual. I'm usual hostile to such things, but these looked kinda cool. And I tend to like '47 caps.

Centerfield Sep 27 2015 12:36 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Ceetar wrote: Juan Lagares - CF Kelly Johnson - SS Michael Conforto - LF Kevin Plawecki - C Kirk Nieuwenhuis - RF Eric Campbell - 3B Dilson Herrera - 2B Anthony Recker - 1B Jacob deGrom - RHP I wish Terry had batted Campbell 4th. Just for old times' sake.

Zvon Sep 27 2015 12:37 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

That must be De Jesus's infield glove he's wearing out there. Flubs an easy fly. Then Phillips makes a great stop and the ball squiggles from his glove to the OF grass. 7-0 N.L. EAST CHAMPS

Lefty Specialist Sep 27 2015 12:41 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Boy, the Reds really look like a team that has checked out.

Lefty Specialist Sep 27 2015 12:55 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Plaweckiboom!

Zvon Sep 27 2015 12:56 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Plawecki tells me to shove Recker somewhere naughty with a solo kaBOOM. 8-0 Mets

Frayed Knot Sep 27 2015 01:00 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

This game is disappointing. Freddie promised us meaning full games in September and this game has absolutely no meaning.

Benjamin Grimm Sep 27 2015 01:03 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Mets Guy in Michigan wrote: I'm usual hostile to such things, but these looked kinda cool. And I tend to like '47 caps. I kinda liked them too. But I'm not buying anything that says "N.L. East Champs" while there's still a chance for the Mets to upgrade their title.

Zvon Sep 27 2015 01:10 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Mets Guy in Michigan wrote: Confession: I bought one of those celebration caps on MLB.com yesterday. I had a $10 gift card, so it wasn't as stupidly expensive as usual. I'm usual hostile to such things, but these looked kinda cool. And I tend to like '47 caps. Which one? [fimg=200]https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-bvvZczzqHjY/Vgg-089_YTI/AAAAAAAAf9o/kKieIqXtKw8/s500-Ic42/pMLB2-22265144dt.jpg[/fimg][fimg=200]https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-d63O5znp6G8/Vgg-02cWlvI/AAAAAAAAf9s/HgNtPJyEE1c/s500-Ic42/pMLB2-22294328dt.jpg[/fimg]

Zvon Sep 27 2015 01:13 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Frayed Knot wrote: This game is disappointing. Freddie promised us meaning full games in September and this game has absolutely no meaning.

Mets Guy in Michigan Sep 27 2015 01:16 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Zvon wrote: Confession: I bought one of those celebration caps on MLB.com yesterday. I had a $10 gift card, so it wasn't as stupidly expensive as usual. I'm usual hostile to such things, but these looked kinda cool. And I tend to like '47 caps. Which one? [fimg=200]https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-bvvZczzqHjY/Vgg-089_YTI/AAAAAAAAf9o/kKieIqXtKw8/s500-Ic42/pMLB2-22265144dt.jpg[/fimg][fimg=200]https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-d63O5znp6G8/Vgg-02cWlvI/AAAAAAAAf9s/HgNtPJyEE1c/s500-Ic42/pMLB2-22294328dt.jpg[/fimg] I went with the gray one because it says "postseason" and would be valid all the way to the World Series. (I'll happily upgrade to a World Series cap should that be the case!)

Frayed Knot Sep 27 2015 01:18 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

I'm not much of a hat guy to begin with so my opinion here isn't worth much, but I also have an aversion to the term 'Post-season' (even though I admit I don't have a better substitute). It just sounds cheesy to me.

Mets Guy in Michigan Sep 27 2015 01:24 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

If Uribe is hurt, does Herrera have a shot at the postseason roster? He's hitting the heck out of the ball today.

Zvon Sep 27 2015 01:30 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Mets Guy in Michigan wrote: If Uribe is hurt, does Herrera have a shot at the postseason roster? He's hitting the heck out of the ball today. I haven't heard Uribe's current status. From Gary: Kelly Johnson playing short today, wearing Cespedes glowgreensleeve, has not had one single play in the field and it's the 8th inning.

Mets Guy in Michigan Sep 27 2015 01:56 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

It's a shame to say it, but I don't see how Parnell makes the postseason roster.

Rockin' Doc Sep 27 2015 01:57 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Zvon wrote: If Uribe is hurt, does Herrera have a shot at the postseason roster? He's hitting the heck out of the ball today. I haven't heard Uribe's current status. From Gary: Kelly Johnson playing short today, wearing Cespedes glowgreensleeve, has not had one single play in the field and it's the 8th inning. I read online that XRays of Uribe's chest and ribs were negative. He is reported to have a severe contusion (bruise) of his chest. He is expected to rest the remainder of the regular season. Hopefully, he will recover enough to be available when the playoffs start.

d'Kong76 Sep 27 2015 02:00 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Mets Guy in Michigan Sep 27 2015 02:00 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

BOOKS!!!!

themetfairy Sep 27 2015 02:00 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Zvon Sep 27 2015 02:04 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

It's a shame to say it, but I don't see how Parnell makes the postseason roster. There are a few guys I wish could be there, like Newy & Reck. If Uribe is hurt, does Herrera have a shot at the postseason roster? He's hitting the heck out of the ball today. I haven't heard Uribe's current status. From Gary: Kelly Johnson playing short today, wearing Cespedes glowgreensleeve, has not had one single play in the field and it's the 8th inning. I read online that XRays of Uribe's chest and ribs were negative. He is reported to have a severe contusion (bruise) of his chest. He is expected to rest the remainder of the regular season. Hopefully, he will recover enough to be available when the playoffs start. If it takes any longer...I think he's a must but if he's still hurt I'd be concerned over his spot. Anyone remember in 2006 with Cliff Floyd being hurt going into the post?

Rockin' Doc Sep 27 2015 02:13 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Nice rebound on the road after a poor homestand, but man, the Reds really look terrible. Offensively they have VOtto, Frazier, Phillips, and Bruce. Not much else. There pitching appears to be an absolute mess. Outside of Chapman as the closer, there doesn't appear to be much to cause problems for hitters. Maybe the Mets missed their better pitchers during this trip.

Frayed Knot Sep 27 2015 02:17 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

Rockin' Doc wrote: Maybe the Mets missed their better pitchers during this trip. Problem is they don't have better pitchers. Not healthy ones anyone. Gary made reference several times this series as to how many games in a row they've started a rookie, a streak that one assumes will continue until the season ends. I forget the exact number but it was something like 50 or 60. I don't ever remember hearing of something like that.

Frayed Knot Sep 27 2015 09:00 PM Re: IGT Sun 9/27 - begin Mission: Home Field Advantage

So apparently it was 'Underoos' day after the game for the traditional rookie hazing thing that goes on during a road trip each year. [fimg=500:980ch1yg]http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CP8hGlOWcAENf17.png[/fimg:980ch1yg]