Ex-Mets’ top pick Kumar Rocker strikes out seven in MLB debut
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Ex-Mets’ top pick Kumar Rocker strikes out seven in MLB debut

SEATTLE — Kumar Rocker’s debut in the majors finally arrived. It was a mixed bag for his highly anticipated first outing. Rocker threw four innings for the Texas Rangers on Thursday night in their series opener against the Seattle Mariners. Kumar Rocker, who struck out seven batters, allowed one run…

Mets sweep Red Sox behind stellar bullpen, defense for seventh straight win
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Mets sweep Red Sox behind stellar bullpen, defense for seventh straight win

The Mets rotation has emerged during the second half as a real strength. Their offense has at times carried the team and been one of the better attacks in the majors. Less heralded has been the bullpen, a unit that has continually evolved, occasionally irritated, sometimes frustrated and on Wednesday…

Paul Blackburn may be able to make next Mets start after hand injury
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Paul Blackburn may be able to make next Mets start after hand injury

SAN DIEGO — Paul Blackburn’s hand was sore, but all things considered the Mets right-hander felt good about his situation on Saturday. A CT scan performed on the hand was negative, confirming the team’s initial diagnosis of a contusion after Blackburn was struck by a line drive a night earlier…