The Mets got off to an early lead today, then Dickey got shelled, then the Mets fought back to within one, only to lose 6-5 (box score) in today's finale.
Although Dickey had his worst outing of the year for the Mets, and the team lost yet another road series, somehow I was encouraged today. I think it's because I have officially given up hope of having any shot at a playoff run, barring some miraculous hot streak. But, I'm not pissed...
Today the young kids looked pretty good. Tejada is continuing to show that he is a better glove than Castillo, although his hitting is leaving something to be desired. F-Mart looked pretty decent, nothing to get crazy over, but solid. And Thole and Carter had some big hits in the Mets comeback. Overall, it's nice to watch a home grown team leave it ALL on the field. Had Beltran and Wright not struggled the way they did today things may have turned out better for the Mets today.
The point...
The young kids look like they have pride. Where some players in the past would have given up once they got down 6-2, this youthful Mets team didn't give up. Ultimately that will make this team more fun to watch, even if they are only playing for pride. This is a new thing for Mets fans, seeing a dedication to giving the young kids a shot.
In fact...
According to Howie Rose, while I was listening to "The Fan" in my car, the Mets had the most home grown players in today's starting line up (7), than they have since 1990.
Just found that interesting...
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