Baseball fans arrive for an exhibition baseball game between the Boston Red Sox and the New York Mets on Friday, April 3, 2009, at Citi Field in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II) Original Filename: Red_Sox_Mets_Baseball_NYFF108.jpg
The New York Mets have recently announced a series of transformative changes to Citi Field as part of a broader effort to honor the team’s rich history. These updates are designed to deepen the connection between the team and its passionate fan base while celebrating
the franchise’s legacy.
Among the most significant changes is the introduction of a new Hall of Fame section. This area will feature interactive exhibits and memorabilia showcasing key moments and figures from the Mets’ history. Fans will be able to explore artifacts and relive memorable moments that have defined the team over the decades. The Hall of Fame section aims to provide an immersive experience, allowing visitors to appreciate the historical milestones
that have shaped the Mets’ identity.
Additionally, Citi Field will see a redesign of its main concourse. This renovation will include enhanced seating areas and fan amenities that reflect the team’s history. New signage and murals will be installed throughout the concourse, highlighting notable players, iconic games, and significant achievements. This visual upgrade is intended to create a more engaging environment, enriching the game-day experience for fans.
Another notable change is the renovation of the Mets’ dugout area. The updated design will incorporate elements that pay tribute to the team’s storied past, offering a more visually appealing and historically resonant setting for players and coaches.
The Mets are also enhancing their outreach to the community through these changes. The redesigned areas will include dedicated spaces for community engagement and educational programs, aiming to foster a deeper connection between the team
and its supporters.
These initiatives reflect the Mets’ commitment to honoring their history while providing fans with an improved and memorable experience at Citi Field. By blending historical appreciation with modern amenities, the Mets are not only celebrating their past but also setting the stage for a vibrant future.
He’s thrown his four-seam fastball drastically less often and upped the use of his cutter significantly in those two starts, and he will, of course, be facing the team with which he had spent the entirety of his major league career until he was traded to the Mets.
TBD
Your guess is as good as mine as to what the A’s will do tonight.
Wednesday, August 14: David Peterson vs. Mitch Spence at 7:10 PM EDT on SNY
Peterson (2024): 64.2 IP, 52 K, 30 BB, 6 HR, 3.34 ERA, 4.45 FIP, 85 ERA-
Peterson continues to pitcher better than the underlying numbers suggest, and his most recent start saw him give up one run in five innings against the Rockies at Coors Field. Only twice has he allowed more than two runs in a single start in the twelve starts he’s made since returning from hip surgery in late May.
The 26-year-old right-handed Spence was plucked from the Yankees by the A’s in the Rule 5 draft back in December, and he’s been a perfectly cromulent major league starting pitcher for them thus far. He doesn’t throw hard and doesn’t get many strikeouts, but his walk rate is pretty good.
Thursday, August 15: Jose Quintana vs. Joey Estes at 1:10 PM EDT on SNY
Quintana (2024): 125.0 IP, 102 K, 46 BB, 19 HR, 4.10 ERA, 4.87 FIP, 104 ERA-
Quintana went 6.2 innings in his start in Seattle over the weekend, but he gave up five earned runs along the way. He’s still hovering around league average on the season, and if there’s been a silver lining recently, it’s the fact that he made three pretty good starts in between his last two bad ones.
Estes is a 22-year-old right-handed pitcher who was drafted by the Braves in 2019 and included in the trade that sent Matt Olson from Oakland to Atlanta. He made his major league debut last year but threw just 10.0 innings with a 7.20 ERA. He’s been significantly better than that thus far this year at the major league level, but he’s still been a good amount worse than league average.
