Some thoughts on this afternoon's game:
- Tom Glavine gave up three walks, but still only allowed seven baserunnings in six innings (1.17 WHIP) and struck out six batters while allowing only a single run.
- Manny Aybar sucks. I mean, the guy is just plain awful.
- Roberto Hernandez is awesome (thus far). He was hitting 95 on the gun, and threw nine-of-ten pitches for strikes today.
- Victor Diaz walked twice today (twice!) while going 2-for-2 with two runs scored and an RBI. He's hitting .385 with a .467 OBP. All of his hits are singles thus far, but he has certainly impressed.
- Jose Reyes is an unbelievable talent. His complete lack of plate discipline aside, he is an incredible sight to behold (did you see that barehanded snag?).
- Matsui picked up two hits to raise his average to .269.
- Cliff Floyd picked up another big hit off of a lefty. In this case it was Johnny Franco. It was nice to see him give up hits at Shea Stadium that benefited the Mets
- Speaking of Franco, I am a little disappointed in those Mets fans who booed Johnny. He struggled the past couple of seasons with the Mets, but he is one of the all-time great relievers and people in the game, and frankly he deserves better than that.
- Marlon Anderson is a pinch hitter extraordinaire.
- Mike Piazza looks completely lost at the plate. He's had a few good swings here and there, but he's just not getting it done.