Mets Morning News: Freddy’s Revenge

The Mets were handily beaten by the Rays 6-2 with former Met Freddy Peralta getting the win. Francisco Lindor drove in both Mets runs, on a solo home run to lead off the game and an RBI walk in the seventh inning.

Nate Lavender has been nearly unhittable since his major league debut almost a month ago.

Some positive Mets developments from this season are all the more reason for them to make a concerted effort to sign Tarik Skubal.

Former Met Brandon Nimmo officially crossed ten years of service time last month.

At the start of September teams gain two major league roster spots, and the Mets filled those spots with pitcher Dylan Ross and outfielder Nick Morabito (with another move coming for today's started Justin Hagenman).

The Padres attempted to claim Luis Robert Jr. off waivers, but were beaten by the Orioles who were higher on the list.

The Nationals walloped the Braves in a 9-5 win. Brady House drove in three of the Nationals runs, including two on an RBI double in the second inning.

The Marlins bested the Royals 6-3. Graham Pauley drove in four runs, on a two-run home run and a two-run triple.

The Phillies dominated the Diamondbacks, winning 7-1. Jesús Luzardo went 6.2 innings, giving up just one run on six hits and a walk with six strikeouts.

The Angels have been sold to Rams owner Stan Kroenke, marking the end of Arte Moreno's turbulent and controversial tenure.

Stan Kroenke's company Kroenke Sports & Entertainment released a statement regarding the purchase of the Angels.

The sale of the Angels for $4 billion is not only a major move in the present, but could have ripple effects for years to come in Los Angeles and beyond.

For the fans, the Angels sale represents a newfound freedom and hope.

The Padres called up their top prospect, 20-year-old catcher Ethan Salas.

Mark Walter's purchase of the Dodgers in 2012 led to a sports empire that is now crumbling around him.

Amazin' Avenue is now easier to read on the go, thanks to the new SB Nation app !

Steve Sypa published another installment of Mets Minor League Players of the Week.

Steve Sypa also delivered the Mets Prospect Report Card for the month of August.

Allison McCague released the biweekly Mets Pitcher Performance Meter.

61 years ago, the Mets retired their first number, inaugural manager Casey Stengel's #37.