Post by Commissioner Erick on Jun 7, 2022 15:35:19 GMT -5
Cincinnati Reds (16-17) @ New York Mets (13-21)
CIN: Bob Luptowsky (2-0, 3.00)
NYM: Shohei Otani (2-3, 2.48)
Reds 5 Key Stats
4: Reds wins in 15 road games: Cincinnati has a winning record at home, but has really struggled on the road. This will be a tough game for them, playing in New York without the home-field advantage that has pushed the Reds.
0.90: Bob Luptowski’s WHIP: The long-time minor league lefty who was once traded for Ronald Acuna had a cup of coffee last year, but is essentially a 29-year-old rookie this season. Despite that, Luptowski has delivered in five starts. He’s kept the ball on the ground and held lefties to a .160 average. There’s some BABIP fortune in his numbers, but Lupowski has been an inspiring story early in the year.
9: Stolen Bases for Cincinnati: The Reds are last in steals, but seventh in home runs, relying on the long ball to fuel their offense. New York’s Catcher, Garrett Stubbs, hasn’t thrown out a single runner this season. Today may be the day the Reds break out the running game.
.876: Vinny Escudero’s OPS: After a brutal 2027, Escudero is back to looking like a star. He has nine doubles and eight home runs already, showing off the power that disappeared last year. He’s also playing the field well, showing plus defense at all three outfield positions. The Reds’ winning percentage has risen in tandem with Escudero’s OPS and Zone Rating.
-0.8: Andrew Knutsen’s WAR: The top prospect has had a brutal beginning to his career. Knutsen hit .196 in a cup of coffee last year, and has performed worse this year. He’s had a touch of power, but a .176 average and four walks to 37 strikeouts won’t cut it. Only 23, Hoss may need some more seasoning in Triple-A.
Mets 5 Key Stats
136: Runs scored by New York: The Mets are 12th in offense so far, uncoincidentally related to Shohei Otani being a full time pitcher. Otani has been fantastic on the hill with a 2.48 ERA, but New York’s offense has struggled with the two-way star becoming a full time pitcher.
7: Saves for Luis Ortiz: The Mets rookie Ortiz has taken to being a closer. The top prospect has been both a little wild and a little homer prone, yet still has a 2.08 ERA. Ortiz has 20 strikeouts in 13 innings, striking his way out of any mess. When his command improves with age, Ortiz looks like he’ll be a standout closer.
.530: Ke’Bryan Hayes’ OPS against lefties: Hayes has struggled as a full time player the last few years, but was given a smaller assignment this year. Despite the fact, Hayes has struggled to hit lefties. It’s a small sample, but he has just a single extra base hit in 28 Plate Appearances, and a single walk as well. Hayes is trending to being a defensive replacement, though Christian Arroyo’s .358 slugging mark isn’t running away with the job.
.297: Hyo-Jun Park’s on-base percentage: After struggling to get on base with the Yankees much of his career, Park crossing boroughs hasn’t helped. He’s batting just .241 with 10 walks. Park hasn’t been as aggressive on the bases, and offers no power. If he can’t get on more, or at least cause more havoc when he is on, he becomes an extremely limited player.
0: Saves for Andres Perez: New York’s demoted closer, Perez has still been strong as a setup man. He carries a 2.61 ERA and hasn’t allowed a home run. He’s still young and the all-time single-season Saves leader, and his desire is to continue to close. He’s saying all the right things, but this could be a situation to monitor.
Questions for the GMs:
For Mike Neugebauer, Mitch Cavanaugh is out, removing a starter and occasional DH from your rotation and lineup. How will you replace him this week?
Doug Syversen and Kevin Furtado are due off the IL. Will you send either on a rehab assignment first?
Your outfield has been a mixed bag. Escudero is back to looking like a star, and Jim Mashburn, known as “Liberty,” has been strong in the early going, but Gregorio Mosquera has been completely one-dimensional and Andrew Knutsen has been awful. Will we see an outfield shakeup?
For Ryan Morneau, you’ve inherited a team that was supposed to have an excellent staff, but the pitching hasn’t come together this season. Is there anything you’ll look to do in order to change things?
You brought your old buddy Christian Arroyo to New York with you from Tampa Bay. What have you made of his performance thus far?
Your team has the worst Zone Rating in the NL early on. Will you look to improve your defense?
TRIVIA: The Cincinnati Reds have had two teams with winning records in their history. Who are the only two position players to play for both teams?
CIN: Bob Luptowsky (2-0, 3.00)
NYM: Shohei Otani (2-3, 2.48)
Reds 5 Key Stats
4: Reds wins in 15 road games: Cincinnati has a winning record at home, but has really struggled on the road. This will be a tough game for them, playing in New York without the home-field advantage that has pushed the Reds.
0.90: Bob Luptowski’s WHIP: The long-time minor league lefty who was once traded for Ronald Acuna had a cup of coffee last year, but is essentially a 29-year-old rookie this season. Despite that, Luptowski has delivered in five starts. He’s kept the ball on the ground and held lefties to a .160 average. There’s some BABIP fortune in his numbers, but Lupowski has been an inspiring story early in the year.
9: Stolen Bases for Cincinnati: The Reds are last in steals, but seventh in home runs, relying on the long ball to fuel their offense. New York’s Catcher, Garrett Stubbs, hasn’t thrown out a single runner this season. Today may be the day the Reds break out the running game.
.876: Vinny Escudero’s OPS: After a brutal 2027, Escudero is back to looking like a star. He has nine doubles and eight home runs already, showing off the power that disappeared last year. He’s also playing the field well, showing plus defense at all three outfield positions. The Reds’ winning percentage has risen in tandem with Escudero’s OPS and Zone Rating.
-0.8: Andrew Knutsen’s WAR: The top prospect has had a brutal beginning to his career. Knutsen hit .196 in a cup of coffee last year, and has performed worse this year. He’s had a touch of power, but a .176 average and four walks to 37 strikeouts won’t cut it. Only 23, Hoss may need some more seasoning in Triple-A.
Mets 5 Key Stats
136: Runs scored by New York: The Mets are 12th in offense so far, uncoincidentally related to Shohei Otani being a full time pitcher. Otani has been fantastic on the hill with a 2.48 ERA, but New York’s offense has struggled with the two-way star becoming a full time pitcher.
7: Saves for Luis Ortiz: The Mets rookie Ortiz has taken to being a closer. The top prospect has been both a little wild and a little homer prone, yet still has a 2.08 ERA. Ortiz has 20 strikeouts in 13 innings, striking his way out of any mess. When his command improves with age, Ortiz looks like he’ll be a standout closer.
.530: Ke’Bryan Hayes’ OPS against lefties: Hayes has struggled as a full time player the last few years, but was given a smaller assignment this year. Despite the fact, Hayes has struggled to hit lefties. It’s a small sample, but he has just a single extra base hit in 28 Plate Appearances, and a single walk as well. Hayes is trending to being a defensive replacement, though Christian Arroyo’s .358 slugging mark isn’t running away with the job.
.297: Hyo-Jun Park’s on-base percentage: After struggling to get on base with the Yankees much of his career, Park crossing boroughs hasn’t helped. He’s batting just .241 with 10 walks. Park hasn’t been as aggressive on the bases, and offers no power. If he can’t get on more, or at least cause more havoc when he is on, he becomes an extremely limited player.
0: Saves for Andres Perez: New York’s demoted closer, Perez has still been strong as a setup man. He carries a 2.61 ERA and hasn’t allowed a home run. He’s still young and the all-time single-season Saves leader, and his desire is to continue to close. He’s saying all the right things, but this could be a situation to monitor.
Questions for the GMs:
For Mike Neugebauer, Mitch Cavanaugh is out, removing a starter and occasional DH from your rotation and lineup. How will you replace him this week?
Doug Syversen and Kevin Furtado are due off the IL. Will you send either on a rehab assignment first?
Your outfield has been a mixed bag. Escudero is back to looking like a star, and Jim Mashburn, known as “Liberty,” has been strong in the early going, but Gregorio Mosquera has been completely one-dimensional and Andrew Knutsen has been awful. Will we see an outfield shakeup?
For Ryan Morneau, you’ve inherited a team that was supposed to have an excellent staff, but the pitching hasn’t come together this season. Is there anything you’ll look to do in order to change things?
You brought your old buddy Christian Arroyo to New York with you from Tampa Bay. What have you made of his performance thus far?
Your team has the worst Zone Rating in the NL early on. Will you look to improve your defense?
TRIVIA: The Cincinnati Reds have had two teams with winning records in their history. Who are the only two position players to play for both teams?
