Takeaways from NLCS Game 3: Dodgers beat Mets, take 2-1 series lead

Takeaways from Mets-Dodgers NLCS Game 3: Los Angeles takes 2-1 series lead following rout of New York

The Los Angeles Dodgers are inching closer to ending the New York Mets' magical postseason run and are just two wins away from advancing to the World Series.

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Reed Garrett and managing relievers beyond seeking out the platoon advantage

The Mets have used 27 different relievers this year, down three from the 30 they used a season ago. It would be nice if they could cut that number even more in the years ahead.

New York Mets News / Mets360.com / August 31

Reed Garrett and the quest to rediscover his early-season WHIP

After giving up runs in two of his first three appearances after being activated from the IL, Reed Garrett notched his fourth straight scoreless appearance Friday night.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / August 19

Reed Garrett Struggling To Meet Early Season Expectations

After being claimed off waivers from Baltimore last season, Reed Garrett seemed destined to fade into the background of a constantly changing bullpen. He was optioned to Triple-A Syracuse before this season, reinforcing the idea that he might not stand out.

New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / August 10

Mets activate breakout relief pitcher from the 15-day injured list

The New York Mets have dealt with countless injuries up and down their roster during the 2024 season, but despite all that, the blue and orange still find themselves in playoff contention as they currently sit in the final wild-card spot with a 61-55 record.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / August 10

Mets Make a Decision on Activating High-Leverage Reliever, Major Reinforcement

The New York Mets are about to get a major reinforcement back in their bullpen. According to Tim Britton of The Athletic, the Mets intend to activate right-handed relief pitcher Reed Garrett from the injured list on Saturday and will option lefty Alex Young to Triple-A Syracuse to make room for him on the roster.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / August 8

Mets Expected to Get Key Reliever Back From IL For Series Against AL Contender

The New York Mets are on the verge of receiving some bullpen help in the near future. Prior to their 5-3 win over the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday night, manager Carlos Mendoza shared a positive injury update with reporters about one of the Mets' key relief pitchers.

New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / August 7

Updates on Two Rehabbing Mets Relievers on Injured List

The New York Mets bolstered their bullpen with multiple arms ahead of last week’s trade deadline. Several days later, the unit is expected to be bolstered again with key Mets relievers returning from the injured list.

New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / August 7

Mets’ breakout reliever bounces back in what may be final rehab appearance

The New York Mets have dealt with countless injuries up and down their roster during the 2024 campaign. Despite all of the squad’s injury misfortunes, the blue and orange still find themselves in playoff contention as they currently sit just 1.5 games back of the final wild-card spot with a 59-54 record.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / August 6

Mets' Rehabbing Relievers Struggle in Minor League Outings

New York Mets' relievers Reed Garrett and Sean Reid-Foley appear to be days away from returning to the team's bullpen after stints on the injured list.

New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / August 6

Mets breakout relief pitcher flounders in rehab appearance

The New York Mets and injuries have seemingly gone hand in hand during the 2024 campaign. Despite all the injury misfortunes, the blue and orange still find themselves in playoff contention.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / August 4

Mets Expecting Two Integral Relievers to Return Soon

The New York Mets should have two of their most important pitchers back soon. According to manager Carlos Mendoza, relievers Reed Garrett and Sean Reid-Foley could be back with the team this week; both of them pitched in a rehab assignment for the Double-A Binghamton Rumble Ponies on Sunday.

New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / July 26

Mets lose breakout reliever to the 15-day injured list

The New York Mets have repeatedly gotten bitten by the injury bug throughout their 2024 campaign. Recent victims of the injury bug have been relief pitcher Reed Garrett, who is on the 15-day injured list with elbow inflammation, and Christian Scott, who is on the 15-day injured list with a right UCL sprain.

New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / July 20

Mets’ breakout reliever is improving, but still not ready to return from injury

The New York Mets bullpen looks quite different now than how it was anticipated from the initial roster on opening day. With all the turnover in the bullpen, whether due to the injury bug or underperformance, plenty have had a chance to make their mark and claim a role in the bullpen.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / July 11

Mets Receive Good News on High-Leverage Reliever After MRI

The New York Mets can exhale, as one of their most important players dodged a bullet. Setup man Reed Garrett underwent an MRI on his throwing elbow, which revealed nerve inflammation but no structural damage.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 10

Mets righty lands on IL, will undergo MRI on elbow

It’s unknown how severe his elbow problem is, but more information will be forthcoming.

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New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / July 10

New York Mets Place Breakout Pitcher on Injured List

Among a flurry of bullpen moves on Wednesday, the New York Mets placed right-hander Reed Garrett on the injured list with right elbow inflammation. Additionally, the team optioned rookie Eric Orze to Triple-A, recalled southpaw Danny Young, and activated trade acquisition Phil Maton.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 29

Mets’ Reed Garrett shares direct challenge to bullpen after disaster vs. Astros

The New York Mets cooled off on Saturday, as they failed to extend their win streak to four games. With their bullpen struggling to get the job done, the Mets suffered a 9-6 loss in the second leg of a three-game home series versus the visiting Houston Astros.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / June 6

A look into Reed Garrett’s recent struggles

The 31-year-old burst on to the scene early this year and looked like one of the best relievers in baseball, but has struggled recently. What’s changed?

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 6

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New York Mets News / Mets360.com / May 2

Reed Garrett’s splendid start is no fluke

The Mets have had some surprising moments during this 2024 season and the biggest surprise is probably Reed Garrett. The team’s bullpen has been one of their biggest strengths to begin this year.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 22

Reed Garrett sounds off on incredible Mets emergence — ‘Dream come true’

After a brutal 0-5 start, the New York Mets are rolling behind a surprise cast of role players. The biggest surprise on the roster may be 31-year-old pitcher Reed Garrett, who didn’t make the Mets out of spring, leads the majors with 21 strikeouts out of the bullpen in 10 ²/₃ innings (an Edwin Diaz-like rate) and has yet to allow an earned run.

New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / April 19