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
TAIJUAN WALKER #99 - PITCHER - PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES
3-7 W-L •
1.72 WHIP •
7.10 ERA
3-7 W-L
1.72 WHIP
7.10 ERA
Walker expected to start for New York against Washington The Nationals will start Patrick Corbin on Sunday and the Mets are expected to counter with Taijuan Walker.
APRIL 25, 2021 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Walker expected to start for New York against Washington The Nationals will start Patrick Corbin on Sunday and the Mets are expected to counter with Taijuan Walker.
APRIL 25, 2021 • SACBEE.COM
Walker expected to start for New York against Washington
The Nationals will start Patrick Corbin on Sunday and the Mets are expected to counter with Taijuan WalkerAPRIL 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Wild in loss Walker (0-1) allowed three runs (two earned) on two hits and six walks while striking out seven across 3.2 innings to take the loss Tuesday to the Cubs.
Impact It was a strange outing for Walker, as he required 91 pitches to record 11 outs. However, he punched out seven in that span, generating 19 called strikes and 11 swinging strikes. That portion of his effort was overshadowed by six free passes, and he has now walked 11 batters across 14 innings this season. Because Walker has yet to allow a home run, he's been able to maintain a 3.21 ERA, though that will almost certainly change if he continues to allow so many hitters to reach base. Walker is currently projected to draw his next start Sunday against Washington.
APRIL 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Fans eight in no-decision Walker didn't factor into the decision in the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Phillies, allowing one run on three hits and three walks over 4.1 innings in a 4-3 wi...
Impact The walks and K's elevated his pitch count, and Walker got the hook after 80 pitches (43 strikes), but he wouldn't have been in line for the win as the Mets needed eight innings to secure the victory. The right-hander has looked good to begin his stint in New York, and he'll take a 2.61 ERA and 12:5 K:BB through 12.1 innings into his next start, set for April 20 on the road against the Cubs.
APRIL 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Six strong innings Walker allowed two earned runs on four hits and two walks while striking out four across six innings Thursday against the Marlins. He did not factor into the decision.
Impact Walker held the Marlins scoreless through five innings before faltering slightly to allow both of his earned runs in the sixth. However, the start was overwhelmingly positive as he allowed only one extra-base hit and averaged 95.4 mph with his fastball. Walker threw 87 pitches, meaning he should be ready to work fairly deep into the game again in his next start -- currently projected for Tuesday at home against the Phillies.
APRIL 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Bohm, Realmuto hit 3-run homers, Phillies beat Mets 8-2
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Rizzo ends talks; Odor getting cut; restrictions to loosen
Anthony Rizzo is cutting off talks with the Chicago Cubs on a new contract and is prepared to play the season as free agency looms after the World SeriesMARCH 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Padres star Tatis feels better, expected back in lineup soon
Fernando Tatis Jr. is feeling a lot better, a huge relief to the star San Diego shortstop, his team and his many fansMARCH 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Notes: Taijuan's NFT; sim game for deGrom Over the past few months, Taijuan Walker -- like so many people around the globe -- has become curious about cryptocurrency and other 21st-c...
MARCH 24, 2021 • MLB.COM
Pitching in 'B' game Walker will now pitch in a "B" game Wednesday.
Impact Walker was initially scheduled to start in Wednesday's Grapefruit League matchup against the Cardinals, but Corey Oswald will take the mound for the Mets instead. The Mets haven't given any indication that Walker is dealing with an injury, but he'll pitch against teammates in Port St. Lucie rather than facing the Cardinals.
MARCH 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
No. 3 in the Mets’ Rotation, and Leading the Way in NFTs Taijuan Walker explains how he beat the rest of Major League Baseball to the market, auctioning off his own digital art using blockchain tec...
MARCH 23, 2021 • NYTIMES.COM
Faces minimum over four innings Walker tossed four scoreless innings in Friday's Grapefruit League game against the Cardinals, allowing a hit and a walk while striking out three.
Impact The right-hander actually faced the minimum 12 batters during his outing thanks to two double plays started by Jeff McNeil. Walker has a 3.00 ERA and 5:3 K:BB through six innings over his first two spring outings, and is on track to be ready for his first turn through the rotation.
MARCH 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Nats reliever Harris out with blood clot in pitching arm
Washington Nationals reliever Will Harris has a blood clot in his right arm and the team doesn’t expect him to be in the bullpen on opening dayMARCH 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Getting stretched out Walker tossed 36 pitches in his first game action of the spring Tuesday, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.
Impact The right-hander breezed through the first inning before running into trouble in the second, but his workload was the most important takeaway. Walker has enough time to get stretched out to about 90 pitches before Opening Day, and he's expected to slot into the No. 4 spot in the Mets' rotation.
MARCH 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Now in Chisox 'pen, Kopech makes debut after 2020 opt-out
Michael Kopech is getting used to his new relief role with the Chicago White SoxMARCH 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Mets notes: Walker excited, Carrasco delayed PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — "Great morning!" Taijuan Walker posted on Twitter before his first spring training outing on Tuesday. Walker backed u...
MARCH 10, 2021 • NEWSDAY.COM
Alderson details Mets' pursuit of Bauer, pleased by results
New York Mets president Sandy Alderson says the team may have been naive to think it could manage Trevor Bauer’s habit of inflammatory social media posts but says he’s happy with t...MARCH 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Taijuan Walker shows deference to Mr. Met, chooses different number out of respect One of the newest Met pitchers has decided to don a different number out of respect for Mr. Met.
FEBRUARY 24, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Shaw back with Brews; Kennedy, Lamb, Teheran find new teams
With spring training in full swing, third baseman Travis Shaw returned to the Milwaukee Brewers while former All-Star third baseman Jake Lamb and right-hander Ian Kennedy found new...FEBRUARY 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Taijuan Walker takes back seat on new team --to Mr. Met
Taijuan Walker is taking a back seat on his new team — to Mr. MetFEBRUARY 23, 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 Taijuan Walker, move Noah Syndergaard to 60-day IL
The New York Mets have transferred right-hander Noah Syndergaard to the 60-day injured list to make room for righty Taijuan Walker, who finalized a $20 million, two-year contractFEBRUARY 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Detroit Tigers Free Agent Targets: Taijuan Walker The Detroit Tigers should consider Taijuan Walker for the starting rotation. This feels like a case of deja vu for myself as I begin this pi...
OCTOBER 16, 2020 • MOTORCITYBENGALS.COM
