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Bartolo Colon and the Mets found some solace after a tough weekend, by heading home for a series with the Phillies. The Mets jacked three home runs, as they cruised to a 6-3 win.
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Travis d'Arnaud appears to be headed back soon, as he'll begin a rehab assignment this week.
David Wright is going to California with an aching in his...back. The captain will see a specialist, and surgery has already been ruled out.
Terry Collins and Sandy Alderson spoke about the reasoning behind the Mets going to a six-man rotation.
Joe Lemire in the Wall Street Journal writes that the Mets primary concern in their choice to go with six starters is concern over Tommy John.
Andrew Beaton says Matt Harvey is complaining now, but he'll only benefit from the extra rest.
George Willis says that Sandy Alderson's background as a Marine has helped him weather some tough times with the Mets.
Mike Puma says that Wilmer Flores has put the discussion about another shortstop on hold with his power numbers.
Around the NL East
The Nationals picked up a 2-1 win over the Cubs in Chicago. Tanner Roark came out of the bullpen to make a spot start, and his only blemish was a Kris Bryant homer.
The Pirates continued to feast on the NL East, as they beat the Marlins 4-2.
The Dodgers used a late flurry to beat the Braves in Los Angeles. Nick Masset was hit hard and allowed the game to get blown open in the eighth.
Around the Majors
The Giants have designated former starter Travis Ishikawa for assignment, just months after playing in the World Series.
Owen Watson says that Troy Tulowitzki has been much more aggressive, and it's hurt his productivity.
Brian Matusz, who was ejected for having pine tar on his arm, is appealing his eight-game suspension.
Josh Hamilton made his return to the Texas Rangers on Monday.
The Dodgers may be in luck if Charter's attempted purchase of Time-Warner Cable is approved. The move would put Dodgers games in many more California homes.
Yesterday at AA
Alex Nelson took a look at past second-round draft picks for the Mets.
Ketul Shah discussed what exactly Dillon Gee's injury is, and how it will get fixed.
Kate Feldman writes that, with the way beat writers cover the Mets and this day and age, it makes it easy to follow the team from far away.
Matt Varvaro pines for pies, as he looks at some former Mets that got away, including Justin Turner.
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