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Yesterday, the Mets fell to the St. Louis Cardinals, 3-2, in Jupiter. Right-handed pitcher Luis Severino made his first Grapefruit League start and threw 2.0 hitless innings. Infielder Mark Vientos launched an opposite-field solo home run in the second to put the Mets on the board. Minor league right-handed pitcher Blade Tidwell allowed three runs over 1.2 innings and tallied four strikeouts, including Jordan Walker, Nolan Gorman, Nolan Arenado, and Matt Carpenter. Catcher Tomás Nido recorded an RBI single in the eighth. Right-handed pitchers Sean Reid-Foley, Eric Orze, and Cam Robinson each threw 1.0 scoreless inning in relief.

ARMS APLENTY: Through seven games this spring, Mets pitchers have posted a 2.36 ERA (16 ER/61.0 IP), the best mark in the majors. The staff’s 1.18 WHIP is the third-lowest in the majors, while their .219 opponent batting average is the fourth-lowest mark. Mets starting pitchers have pitched to a 2.13 ERA (3 ER/12.2 IP), the second-best mark in Grapefruit League play and the sixth-best mark in the majors. Mets relievers have pitched to a 2.42 ERA (13 ER/48.1 IP), the lowest mark in the majors.

ROCCO’S UNCLE: Over his last three games, outfielder Trayce Thompson has reached base safely in six of his eight plate appearances. On February 26 at Washington, Thompson went 2-3 with a grand slam and an RBI single. Two days later, Thompson went 2-2 with a double and a home run vs. St. Louis. Yesterday at St. Louis, Thompson went 0-1 with two walks.

VS. MIAMI: Today the Mets will play their first of seven Grapefruit League games against Miami. Last season, the Mets went 9-4 against the Marlins, their best record against a division foe. Mets pitchers posted a 2.51 ERA (32 ER/114.2 IP) against Miami last season, their second-lowest mark against a single opponent behind only Arizona (2.14). This season, the Mets take on the Marlins at Citi Field from June 11-13 and August 16-18. New York will play at loanDepot Park from May 17-19 and from July 19-22.

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My friends, the Mets, want you to know about this. I hope it’s interesting because I am so busy today I don’t even have time to read it.  Watch, this will be the time the Mets decide to lose their minds and start an insurrection or something.  Wait – is Mike in camp?  Uh oh.

 

NEW YORK METS EXPAND FUN AT BAT PROGRAM IN PARTNERSHIP WITH MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL AND USA BASEBALL

 

The Mets are seeking 150 new school partners to help grow the game of baseball for youth in the community.

 

FLUSHING, N.Y., February 29, 2024 – The New York Mets, in partnership with Major League Baseball and USA Baseball, are expanding the Fun At Bat program in 2024. The Mets are seeking 150 new school partners across New York City and the Tri-State area, which would total over 150,000 youth reached since launching the program in September 2022.

The Amazin’ Mets Foundation supported the Fun At Bat program with a $29,000 grant to USA Baseball to fund the new 150 participating schools.

Fun At Bat brings young athletes a unique baseball and softball experience by exposing students to an introductory level of the game including fielding, throwing and batting. Developed by USA Baseball, the program also places an emphasis on character development, functional movement, literacy, active play and fun.

This free program is available to all schools throughout the New York City and Tri-State area for grades K-5. Participating schools will receive quality equipment, USA Baseball Championship Principle books, and other resources. Physical education teachers will also have access to free online courses, which assist in teaching the fundamentals of the program.

All qualifying K-5 school administrators and physical education teachers can learn more and apply for Fun At Bat by visitingMets.com/FunAtBat. Schools that have previously received the program prior to 2022 are eligible to re-apply.

NT. JERRY’S APARTMENT – DAY

Jerry and Elaine are sitting around the coffee table. Steve walks in, looking slightly defeated but trying to maintain an air of optimism.

STEVE: You know, the way I look at these things, even if we didn’t land Yamamoto, I think we made an impression on him. I think that goes a long way for the next players coming out of Japan…I’m playing long ball…I’m sure we’ll land our share.

Jerry and Elaine exchange a glance before breaking into laughter.

JERRY: (sarcastically) Oh, the long ball, huh? Is that what we’re calling striking out these days?

ELAINE: (mocking) Yeah, Steve. I’m sure his agenti left thinking, ‘Wow, those Mets, they really know how to make a lasting impression…of what not to do.’

STEVE: (defensive) Hey, it’s all part of the strategy. You’ve got to look at the bigger picture.

JERRY: (teasing) The bigger picture? The only picture Yamamoto’s probably got is you running after his car, begging him to sign.

ELAINE: (laughs) Playing the long ball, Steve? More like you’ve been benched and you’re still swinging at the air.

STEVE: (trying to stay positive) Mark my words, this will pay off down the line. You’ll see, we’re setting a precedent.

JERRY: (nodding) Oh, absolutely. A precedent for how not to secure a deal.

ELAINE: (giggling) Maybe you should start playing short ball.  At least then you might actually hit something.

STEVE: (resigned but still hopeful) Just wait, you’ll see. We’ll land our share of talent, and when we do, I’ll remind you both about the long ball strategy.

JERRY: (smirking) Well, until then, maybe try not to strike out with the entire league.

INT. JERRY’S APARTMENT – LATER THAT DAY

Jerry is still chuckling over Steve’s “long ball” comments when Kramer bursts through the door with his usual flair.

KRAMER: (excitedly) You know, Jerry, I’ve been thinking about what Steve said about playing the long ball. It makes perfect sense!

JERRY: (disbelieving) Kramer, please. The only thing long about Steve’s plan is the long list of players who won’t sign with us.

KRAMER: (undeterred) Ah, but you’re not seeing the big picture! It’s like investing in stocks; you’ve got to ride out the lows to enjoy the highs.

JERRY: (skeptical) And what high are we riding out to? The high of being the laughing stock of the league?

KRAMER: (getting more animated) Exactly! You’ve got to be willing to be the underdog. It’s all about the element of surprise. One day, bam! The Mets are on top, and everyone’s wondering, “How did they do it?”

JERRY: (sarcastic) Yeah, “How did they do it?” is exactly what people will say when they see us finishing fourth…again.

KRAMER: (not giving up) Jerry, it’s a chess game. Steve is playing 4D chess. You just wait. When we land a big fish next season, you’ll be eating your words.

JERRY: (laughs) Kramer, the only 4D chess Steve is playing is in his imagination. The only thing he’s landing is a spot in the hall of fame for worst team management.

INT. STEVE’S OFFICE – DAY (TAG SCENE)

Steve, looking slightly  desperate, is on the phone. He’s speaking with a Japanese agent, Mr. Takahashi.

STEVE: (into phone, trying to sound confident) Mr. Takahashi, I understand things didn’t go exactly as planned, but hear me out. We’re making an impression. It’s all about the long game, you see.

MR. TAKAHASHI: (V.O., polite but unimpressed) While your… enthusiasm is noted, our focus is on the present. Impressions do not equate to the success we seek for our clients.

STEVE: (stumbling over his words) But, but… it’s like when you’re laying the foundation for a building. You don’t see the results immediately, but— it’s, it’s a five year plan, this is only year four!

MR. TAKAHASHI: (V.O., cutting him off) A foundation without a building is merely a hole in the ground. We are in the business of constructing skyscrapers, not excavating pits.

STEVE: (defeated) Right, right, skyscrapers… pits… Got it. So, we’re still on for lunch next week?

MR. TAKAHASHI: (V.O., politely dismissive) I will have my assistant check my schedule. Good day.

Steve hangs up the phone, slumps back in his chair, and lets out a heavy sigh. The camera zooms in on his face, a picture of realization that maybe, just maybe, his “long ball” strategy might need a bit of rethinking.