Jacob deGrom SP TEX Wed 5/2/18 8:40 PM
Jacob deGrom
SP TEX
DeGrom was removed from Wednesday's game against the Braves with a hyperextended right elbow, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
DeGrom exited the game and was seen heading to the locker room with a trainer after tossing four scoreless innings. While the severity of the issue remains unclear, the 29-year-old seems likely to miss some time. According to Tim Britton of The Athletic New York, J.J. Putz missed about five weeks with a hyperextended throwing elbow back in 2008. An extended absence for deGrom would be a tough blow to the Mets and fantasy owners alike, as he's been lights out to start the season, compiling a 2.06 ERA and 48:11 K:BB through his first six starts (39.1 innings). He'll likely undergo further testing in the coming days, after which there should be a clearer idea regarding the severity of the injury and a possible timetable for his return.
Jacob deGrom SP TEX Wed 5/2/18 8:20 PM
Jacob deGrom
SP TEX
DeGrom was prematurely lifted from Wednesday's game against the Braves, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
DeGrom had tossed four shutout innings prior to heading into the clubhouse with a trainer, so something appears to be up with the 29-year-old. Consider him day-to-day for now. Paul Sewald enter the game in his place.
Jacob deGrom SP TEX Sun 4/22/18 12:32 AM
Jacob deGrom
SP TEX
DeGrom (2-0) had to settle for a no-decision in Saturday's loss to the Braves, giving up four hits and two walks over seven scoreless innings while striking out 10.
EDGE Analysis
He and Julio Teheran traded goose eggs for seven innings, but deGrom appeared to be in line for the win when the Mets struck for three runs in the top of the eighth, only for AJ Ramos and Jeurys Familia to let things unravel. DeGrom now has an elite 40:8 K:BB through 32 innings, and he'll take a 2.53 ERA into his next start Thursday in St. Louis.
Jacob deGrom SP TEX Mon 4/16/18 11:46 PM
Jacob deGrom
SP TEX
DeGrom gave up three earned runs on six hits over 7.1 innings in a no-decision against the Nationals on Monday, striking out 12 and walking one as the Mets eventually fell 8-6.
EDGE Analysis
DeGrom was dominant in this one and was in prime position to pick up the win before his bullpen let him down in relinquishing a 6-1 eighth-inning lead. Despite the no-decision, it was good to see deGrom put up his first double-digit strikeout effort of the season and he's now got a 3.24 ERA and a solid 1.08 WHIP. He figures to remain a top-end fantasy contributor as long as he stays healthy.
Jacob deGrom SP TEX Tue 4/10/18 11:06 PM
Jacob deGrom
SP TEX
deGrom allowed four earned runs on seven hits while walking one and striking out six across six innings but didn't factor in the decision in the Mets 8-6 win over the Marlins on Tuesday.
EDGE Analysis
deGrom allowed all four of his runs in the fifth inning with the big blow coming from a two-run home run by Justin Bour. Otherwise, it was business as usual for deGrom as he generated 14 swinging strikes and showed his typical strong command. This final line was disappointing on this occasion but there's no reason to be concerned for the long-term.
Jacob deGrom SP TEX Thu 4/5/18 4:27 PM
Jacob deGrom
SP TEX
DeGrom picked up the win after allowing two runs (one earned) on four hits and three walks across six innings Thursday against the Nationals. He struck out five.
EDGE Analysis
It was another strong outing from deGrom, who is now 2-0 with a 1.54 ERA and 12:4 K:BB through his first two starts (11.2 innings) of the season. The righty could have easily escaped the outing without conceding a run had the Mets been sharper on defense, as a Jay Bruce error in the first inning and an errant relay throw from Jose Reyes in the third resulted in the only marks against the starter. The only tough spot deGrom found himself in Thursday came in the sixth inning after allowing the Nationals to load the bases with no outs, but he retired the next three batters to get out of the inning unblemished. He'll look to keep things rolling in his next start, which is scheduled for Tuesday against the Marlins.
Jacob deGrom SP TEX Sat 3/31/18 4:51 PM
Jacob deGrom
SP TEX
DeGrom picked up a win in his season debut Saturday against the Cardinals, striking out seven in 5.2 innings and allowing one earned run on four hits and a walk.
EDGE Analysis
It was a strong debut for deGrom, which should ease any worries that the back stiffness he battled during spring training would carry over into the season. The 29-year-old posted a career-high strikeout rate last season, striking out 28.9 percent of the batters he faced. He carried that over into his first start this year, recording a strikeout rate of 31.8 percent. Owners in quality starts leagues will be disappointed that deGrom was pulled with one out remaining in the sixth inning, though he had thrown 101 pitches already, so the decision was a reasonable one by manager Mickey Callaway. That slight lack of efficiency was the only blot on an otherwise strong debut from one of the better pitchers in the league.
Jacob deGrom SP TEX Thu 3/29/18 10:23 AM
Jacob deGrom
SP TEX
DeGrom will start the second game of the season for the Mets at home against the Cardinals on Saturday.
EDGE Analysis
A sore back delayed the start of his spring, but deGrom's 12:1 K:BB in 7.2 innings once he was on the mound suggest it's nothing to worry about. The 29-year-old's 2017 season was a bit of a mixed bag -- his 15 wins and 10.7 K/9 were career bests, while his 1.3 HR/9 and 3.53 ERA were career worsts -- but if he can keep a few more balls in the yard, he's capable of putting together a dominant fantasy campaign.
Jacob deGrom SP TEX Thu 3/22/18 10:21 AM
Jacob deGrom
SP TEX
DeGrom threw 88 pitches in a game against Mets minor leaguers Wednesday, Kristie Ackert of The New York Daily News reports.
EDGE Analysis
The right-hander has seen the last of Grapefruit League action after posting a 12:1 K:BB in only 7.2 innings, but his workload Wednesday indicates he's ready for the regular season to begin. DeGrom will pitch Monday in a scrimmage against the Mets' Triple-A squad before taking the mound for the second game of the year Mar. 31 against the Cardinals.
Jacob deGrom SP TEX Sat 3/17/18 10:50 AM
Jacob deGrom
SP TEX
DeGrom tossed five scoreless innings in Friday's Grapefruit League game against the Orioles, allowing only one hit and striking out eight.
EDGE Analysis
He's only been able to make two starts this spring due to back stiffness, but deGrom's made them count, racking up a 12:1 K:BB through 7.2 innings. The right-hander is coming off his first career 200-inning campaign, as well as career highs in wins and strikeouts, and it looks like he'll be fully healthy and ready to go by Opening Day.