Christian De Block

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Marist College '23. | Former @CFMarist Beat Reporter | @SportsGrid Content Creator | @Metsmerized Staff Writer | @Stoppage_TimeS Co-Host

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Articles

Series Preview: Mets Look to Bounce Back Against Dodgers

1 week ago | metsmerizedonline.com | Christian De Block

For the first time this season, the New York Mets (30-20) have endured a rough stretch. Back-to-back series defeats at the hands of the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox have dropped them to second place in the National League East. The offense has really dried up, scoring 1.87 runs per game over their last eight. However, they were able to muster up five runs in their lone win against the Red Sox on Wednesday.
Series Preview: Mets, Juan Soto Return to The Bronx

2 weeks ago | metsmerizedonline.com | Christian De Block

This edition of the Subway Series is going to be special. I can’t think of one in the regular season that has garnered this much buzz and anticipation. Juan Soto is set to make his return to The Bronx as a member of the New York Mets (28-16), who own a 2 1/2-game lead atop the NL East. So far, the New York Yankees (25-18) have looked just fine without the superstar outfielder.
Series Preview: Mets Host First-Place Cubs

3 weeks ago | metsmerizedonline.com | Christian De Block

It’s safe to say the New York Mets’ (24-14) road trip had its ups and downs. It started off with a series loss to the St. Louis Cardinals, including a doubleheader sweep last Sunday. To their credit, the Mets were able to bounce back though, taking two of three over the Arizona Diamondbacks earlier this week. They dropped the middle game of that series but were able to regroup and win the rubber game, thanks to a good outing from Kodai Senga and two home runs from Juan Soto.
An Updated Look At The Mets' Betting Market

3 weeks ago | metsmerizedonline.com | Christian De Block

The New York Mets (24-14) are off to a very good start, owning a 1 1/2-game lead over the Philadelphia Phillies in the NL East as play begins Friday. As a result, more than a few players on the team are trending in the right direction when it comes to betting odds for various awards. Let’s take a look at where the Mets currently stand a little over a month into the 2025 season.
Soto's Bat Beginning to Turning the Corner

4 weeks ago | metsmerizedonline.com | Christian De Block

For the second time in as many weeks, Juan Soto produced in a big way against the Arizona Diamondbacks. On May 1, he had a two-home run game in a 4-2 loss at Citi Field. Six days later, Soto had a similar type of performance at the plate against Arizona. The superstar outfielder led the New York Mets to a 7-1 victory Wednesday, having his second two-home run game in the month of May. He opened the scoring in the top of the sixth inning with a solo home run to deep center field.
Griffin Canning Continues to Roll in Arizona

1 month ago | metsmerizedonline.com | Christian De Block

Griffin Canning was overlooked by plenty going into this season. After a rough time with the Los Angeles Angels, maybe all he needed was a fresh start. Well, David Stearns certainly felt that way and the decision to bring him in his paying dividends. Canning earned his fifth straight win Monday, helping the New York Mets snap a two-game losing streak with a 5-4 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks. His start didn’t begin ideally. Corbin Carroll led the bottom of the first off with a home run.
Series Preview: Mets Look to Sustain Success Against Cardinals

1 month ago | metsmerizedonline.com | Christian De Block

For the first time this season, the New York Mets (21-11) head on the road following a series loss at home. After winning the opening game on Tuesday, the Arizona Diamondbacks took the next two games in front of the Citi Field crowd. Some good did come out of that though, with Juan Soto hitting two home runs in Thursday’s loss. The Mets will look to get back to their winning ways against the St. Louis Cardinals (14-18), whom they faced last month and swept in a four-game set.
Series Preview: First-Place Mets Face Nationals in D.C.

1 month ago | metsmerizedonline.com | Christian De Block

The New York Mets (18-7) could not have drawn up a much better start to the season. Carlos Mendoza’s team is heading back on the road after a 7-0 homestand, sweeping series over the St. Louis Cardinals and the Philadelphia Phillies. Francisco Lindor delivered during that stretch by collecting 14 hits and four home runs, one of which was a walk-off. Next up for the Mets is the Washington Nationals (11-14), a young team led by budding star James Wood.
Evaluating Alvarez & McNeil's Roles Upon Return

1 month ago | metsmerizedonline.com | Christian De Block

Francisco Alvarez and Jeff McNeil each began the season on the injured list. Alvarez dealt with a fractured hamate bone in his left hand, while McNeil dealt with a strained right oblique. Both are now set to return to the big league roster and make their 2025 debut this weekend against the Washington Nationals, rejoining a red-hot, first-place team in the process.
Minter In a Groove at Backend of Mets' Bullpen

1 month ago | metsmerizedonline.com | Christian De Block

The New York Mets would not be where they are without their standout bullpen. As a group, they own a 2.09 ERA through 19 games, the third-best mark in all of baseball. One of the key arms that’s factored into the unit’s early success has been A.J. Minter. After a rocky appearance against the Miami Marlins on April 2, the left-hander has been razor sharp with seven-straight scoreless outings. Over his last 6 2/3 innings, opponents have only been able to get three hits off Minter.