Mets Closer Devin Williams Shines, Bullpen Struggles

0:00On April 3rd, Devon Williams is off to a hot start as the Mets closer, tossing three scoreless innings in his first three outings with just one hit, four strikeouts, and two walks. He's keeping things clean early on, even if he sat out there seven to two loss to the Giants. He's feeling good about the results, but knows he can sharpen his command, change up, and fastball with more reps. Manager Carlos Mendoza says no limits on back-to-back days this soon, and Williams has a new cutter ready from spring training, though he hasn't. Unleashed to yet in games. Meanwhile, Jorge Palanco is getting close to first base duty after some left Achilles soreness. He's been designated hitter for four of seven games, but Mendoza gave him an extra day there to build strength while eyeing other line of needs. Mark Viento's held down first base for a second straight game. The Mets are struggling to cash in chances, leaving 55 runners on base to tie for the most in baseball and hitting just 11-4. 68 with runners in scoring position, dead last but one.

1:03It's wearing on the bullpen too, with extra innings in three of their first six games, only the second time that's happened in franchise history back. In 1991, they'll need to grind through as the schedule heats up. You've been listening to New York Mets News today? AI-powered team coverage?