Walker, Pillar hurt after Mets add Conforto, McNeil to IL
Taijuan Walker and Kevin Pillar have joined a long list of injured Mets players as both were forced to leave New York's game against the Atlanta BravesMAY 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
ALBERT ALMORA JR. LEFT FIELDER - NO TEAM
LEFT FIELDER - NO TEAM
Mets look to break 3-game slide against Braves
New York will try to break its three-game losing streak when the Mets take on AtlantaMAY 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Stroman expected to start for the Mets against Rays
The Mets will start Marcus Stroman on Sunday while the Rays are expected to counter with Josh FlemingMAY 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Tampa Bay hosts New York, aims to build on Glasnow's solid outing
Tampa Bay looks to follow up a strong showing by Friday starter Tyler GlasnowMAY 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
New York visits Tampa Bay, looks to build on Walker's strong outing
New York looks to follow up a dominant outing by Wednesday starter Taijuan WalkerMAY 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Albert Almora Jr. has perfect tweet after violent outfield collision Albert Almora Jr. sent out a great tweet after leaving Tuesday's game following a nasty collision with the outfield wall. A truly scary mome...
MAY 12, 2021 • FANSIDED.COM
Dark Knight returns: Harvey, Orioles lose to Mets 7-1
Matt Harvey was greeted warmly by Mets fans in his return to Citi Field and harshly by New York’s hittersMAY 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Lands on injured list Almora was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left shoulder bruise Wednesday, Tim Britton of The Athletic reports.
Impact Almora crashed into the wall in center field during Tuesday's game against the Orioles, and his initial X-rays came back clean. With Brandon Nimmo (hand) also on the injured list, Kevin Pillar should continue to see most of the time in center field, while Khalil Lee was recalled by the Mets in a corresponding move.
MAY 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Walker expected to start as New York hosts Baltimore
The Orioles will start Matt Harvey on Wednesday while the Mets are expected to counter with Taijuan WalkerMAY 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Initial X-rays come back clean Almora had X-rays on his shoulder and neck come back negative and will undergo more testing Wednesday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.
Impact The 27-year-old is experiencing some posterior shoulder pain and is likely to undergo an MRI on Wednesday to determine the severity of the issue. Almora crashed face first into the wall in center field Tuesday while chasing down a fly ball, and it's unclear if he cleared the concussion protocol.
MAY 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Mazeika's 2nd walkoff in 4 games lifts Mets over Orioles
Patrick Mazeika got his second walkoff RBI in four career games with a fielder’s choice grounder in the ninth inning, helping the banged-up New York Mets rally to beat the Baltimor...MAY 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Exits after collision with wall Almora was removed from Tuesday's game against the Orioles after colliding with the wall in center field, David Lennon of Newsday reports.
Impact The 27-year-old ran into the wall at full speed and remained down on the field for a few minutes before walking off with the athletic trainer. Almora figures to be evaluated for a concussion and should be considered day-to-day until the Mets update his status.
MAY 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Mets' McNeil, Almora exit with injuries against Orioles
The New York Mets lost All-Star second baseman Jeff McNeil to body cramps and center fielder Albert Almora Jr. after a vicious crash with the outfield wall during a game against th...MAY 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Mets beat Cardinals 7-2 for split after 4-1 loss in opener
Tomás Nido hit a two-run homer and Jonathan Villar added a solo shot and an RBI single, powering the New York Mets over the St. Louis Cardinals 7-2 for a doubleheader splitMAY 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Walker gets 1st win for Mets, who take 2 of 3 from Nationals
Taijuan Walker pitched three-hit ball over seven innings in his first win for the Mets, JAPRIL 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Little usage so far Almora has played in seven games so far this season but only has four plate appearances, going 1-for-4 with a run scored and two strikeouts.
Impact The 27-year-old is very clearly the Mets' fifth outfielder right now, with Kevin Pillar getting the call to start instead whenever there's a vacancy in the outfield. Pillar's poor start at the plate could open the door for Almora to make his first start of the season this weekend if Brandon Nimmo (hip) is still on the mend, however.
APRIL 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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Diamondbacks' Gallen has sore forearm, might miss opener
The Arizona Diamondbacks might be missing their best pitcher on opening dayMARCH 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Astros LHP Framber Valdez gets positive update on injury
The Houston Astros received a positive update on left-hander Framber Valdez on the same day Forrest Whitley had season-ending surgery on his right elbowMARCH 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Could have path to bench role Almora's chances of breaking camp on the big-league roster improved after Jose Martinez injured his knee, Tim Britton of The Athletic reports.
Impact The last spot on the roster could still go to a pitcher, but if the Mets opt for another position player, Almora's track record against left-handed pitching (career .915 OPS against LHP) would give him an edge, and having another skilled defensive outfielder on the bench would also allow manager Luis Rojas to deploy Kevin Pillar a little more freely. Even if Almora does win a spot though, it's one that would have limited fantasy utility.
MARCH 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Alderson: `Some of our players aren’t defensive geniuses'
New York Mets president Sandy Alderson says he is emphasizing offense over defense but Kevin Pillar and Albert Almora Jr_ were brought in to help.”MARCH 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Twins newcomer Happ back on mound after positive virus test
Eager for a fresh start with a new team, JMARCH 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Walker guaranteed $23M over 3 years by Mets; Pillar $5M
Taijuan Walker is guaranteed $23 million over three seasons in his contract with the New York Mets and would get $25.5 million if he pitches at least 175 innings in 2022FEBRUARY 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Mets sign OF Kevin Pillar to 1-year deal, cut Heredia
Center fielder Kevin Pillar and the New York Mets have finalized a $5 million, one-year contractFEBRUARY 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
