Justin Verlander was traded by the New York Mets. The club sent the ace starter back to his former team, the Houston Astros, in exchange for two outfield prospects. The next day, Verlander sent a classy message to Mets fans after the trade. “Thank you to the Mets and the incredible fans for my time here in NY. You welcomed me … Continue reading Justin Verlander Headed to Astros, But Thanks Mets Fans For Their Support  →

The Yankees' pitching staff tossed a gem and the offense delivered with nine hits, including two home runs, to beat the Houston Astros on Saturday afternoon, 3-1. The Yankees took a risk bringing Nestor Cortes back from the injured list. Sure, Cortes looked great in his two rehab starts with minor league affiliates, working back from a serious … Continue reading Nestor Cortes, Yankees’ Bullpen Dominant in Encouraging Win Over Astros →

Justin Verlander earned his 250th career victory as the New York Mets beat the Washington Nationals 5-2 on Sunday after trading Max Scherzer to Texas. Francisco Lindor homered and had three hits for the fourth-place Mets (50-55), who took three of four from last-place Washington. Pete Alonso drove in two runs. Verlander (6-5) allowed one run in 6 innings to become the 49th major league pitcher … Continue reading Mets Beat Nationals 5-2  →

Luis Severino had another disastrous outing, giving up six runs before recording an out and never giving the Yankees a chance as they fell to the Orioles, 9-3, to drop the series on Sunday night at Camden Yards. “Right now, I feel like I am the worst pitcher in the game, no doubt about it,” said … Continue reading Baltimore Orioles Defeat New York Yankees 9-3 →