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New York Post
4 days ago
- Sport
- New York Post
Brooks Raley's rare rough outing hurts Mets in loss to Mariners
Access the Mets beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Mike Puma about the inside buzz on the Mets. Try it free Brooks Raley has added a strong lefty presence to the Mets' bullpen since returning from the injured list in July, but the veteran reliever had his first rocky outing of the season in Friday's 11-9 loss to the Mariners. After 10 consecutive scoreless appearances following his activation from the IL in the wake of 2024 Tommy John surgery, Raley was charged with three earned runs after allowing one inherited runner from Ryan Helsley to score in the Mariners' five-run seventh inning. Advertisement 'Guys are working hard, there's no doubt about that. All of us want the ball with the game on the line,' Raley said. 'Just not really executing and gotta make better pitches. Everything gets magnified in the kind of a stretch that we're in.' 3 Brooks Raley gets removed in the seventh inning of the Mets' loss on Friday night. Robert Sabo for NY Post Helsley gave up a 6-5 lead to start the inning and was replaced by Raley, who was booed by the home crowd as he left the mound after giving up RBI hits to Dominic Canzone and Donovan Solano and a two-run double to Cole Young for a 10-6 game. Advertisement 'I thought I executed pretty well. Got a ground ball from the first guy that just didn't find a glove, and then made some good pitches, but walked a guy, a ball off the wall in the middle of it,' Raley said. 3 Brooks Raley walks off the field after he was taken out of the game in the seventh inning. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post Francisco Lindor at least appears to be through his recent slump with two home runs off Seattle starter Luis Castillo among a 3-for-5 night with four RBIs after also going deep Thursday night against Atlanta. Advertisement 'Executing. It comes down to execution,' said Lindor, who has eight hits in his past 10 games. 'I said the other day … the whole hitting department has been talking to me, and [Carlos] Mendoza, just helping me out and trying to push me to get better and to execute. 3 Francisco Lindor homered twice in Friday night's loss to the Mariners. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post 'That's what it has come down to, just getting the pitches and executing.' Lindor's opposite-field shot to left to open the first marked his seventh leadoff homer of the year, tying the franchise record set by Curtis Granderson in both 2015 and 2016. Advertisement The Mets held a pregame concert by a tribute band to honor the 60th anniversary of The Beatles' 1965 show at Shea Stadium. They also used photoshopped pics of their current players dressed up in 60s-era Beatles garb and haircuts on the scoreboard throughout the game.
New York Post
06-08-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
Mets' Brooks Raley getting it done after return from Tommy John surgery
Access the Mets beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Mike Puma about the inside buzz on the Mets. Try it free The MLB season is nearing the home stretch, but for Brooks Raley it has just begun. Coming off Tommy John surgery performed at the beginning of last season, Raley's been thrown into the fire right away as one of two Mets left-handed relief pitchers. 'There would be [pressure] if I hadn't played on this team before,' Raley told The Post before pitching a scoreless eighth inning in the Mets' 3-2 loss to the Guardians. Raley said it also helps that he's familiar with the role, considering that he was the lone lefty out of the bullpen for the majority of his first season with the Mets in 2023. Carrying that responsibility as the go-to guy to shut down left-handed hitters, Raley thrived with a 2.80 ERA across 66 appearances. He pitched eight scoreless outings in 2024 before his surgery and has added on seven more scoreless appearances since returning July 19 this season. But like any player coming back from such an injury, he's faced his struggles. 'The most difficult part is jumping back right after the All-Star break,' he told The Post. 'Some guys have been up here for three months at it — I'm just trying to get back in the flow of everything.' Brooks Raley pitched a scoreless eighth inning in the Mets' 3-2 loss to the Guardians on Aug. 5, 2025. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post CHECK OUT THE LATEST MLB STANDINGS AND METS STATS Though he noted some 'sporadic' changeup control since making his return, Raley said he thinks he's 'executed well' overall. At 37 years old, the veteran is still learning some things along the way. 'You never know, before surgery, how banged up you've been,' he told The Post. 'I've always battled stuff with my elbow before and kind of just found a way to navigate that.' No longer dealing with 'sharpness' in his elbow, pain that he 'played with for a while,' Raley has found some immediate success upon his return. 'The [velocity's] been up a little bit, the ball feels like it comes out better, the movements are a little bit better,' he told The Post. His return was called essentially a 'trade deadline acquisition' by manager Carlos Mendoza — and perhaps he could wind up being the most valuable one in the righty-heavy bullpen. Delivering insights on all things Amazin's Sign up for Inside the Mets by Mike Puma, exclusively on Sports+ Thank you Enter your email address Please provide a valid email address. By clicking above you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Enjoy this Post Sports+ exclusive newsletter! Check out more newsletters '[I'm] just trying to find my place and [make] some good adjustments, which I think I've done a really good job of,' Raley said. 'Knowing that I don't have to carry more than I'm supposed to because of how many good players we have, it's just doing my job whenever I'm called upon.'
Time of India
20-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Rowdy Tellez loses roster spot as Luke Raley returns to action for Mariners
Rowdy Tellez (Image Source: Getty) Today, the Seattle Mariners made an important change ahead of their upcoming matchup against the Chicago Cubs, activating utility outfielder/first baseman Luke Raley from the 10-day injured list and designating Rowdy Tellez for assignment (DFA) to make room on the active roster. The move comes at a key point in the season, with the Mariners aiming to find some steadiness in their lineup just in time for a 17-game stretch that started today. Rowdy Tellez loses spot after an underwhelming season To accommodate Raley, the Mariners designated first baseman Rowdy Tellez for assignment. Tellez signed a $1.5 million one-year deal in February and started the season well, but overall struggled. He hit 11 homers but finished with a % in over 62 games- .208 batting average with a .249 OBP and 49 K's. ROWDY TELLEZ IS SPEED 😤 Even though Tellez was considered useful for his left-handed bat and defensive reliability at first, the return of Raley tipped the scales. With both players left-handed and similar power profiles, Seattle opted to give Raley the active roster spot. Tellez will now pass through waivers and could be traded or leave via free agency later this week. Luke Raley shows power, versatility during rehab stint Luke Raley was finally activated off the injured list before he'd been out since April 30 with a right oblique strain, and he crushed a rehab assignment at Triple‑A Tacoma, slashing. In five games, he batted .368 with one HR and three RBIs. Mariners' coach Dan Wilson said Raley has been scoring the ball very hard, with exit velocities over 100mph, and shows good offensive timing and results. Luke Raley talks Journey to 'The Show', Randy Arozarena Energy & Playing for Tampa Bay Rays Before the injury, the 30-year-old southpaw was hitting. 200 with one home run and eight RBIs across 24 games for the Mariners. Raley, as Wilson noted, gives the team extra versatility defensively, which is important as the club moves into a challenging schedule, thanks to his ability to play both the outfield and first base. What this roster shift means for the Mariners Seattle Mariners head into today's series against the Chicago Cubs with a new dash of left-handed thump and versatility. Raley gives easier playing time and is a better hitter. All this to say, with Raley in tow, the Mariners are adding to the decision-making balance among the remaining players in Donovan Solano, Dominic Canzone, and maybe Miles picks up the phone and contacts all of Mastrobuoni's family. Also Read: Mariners' Rowdy Tellez shines on both sides in the last chance to secure roster spot At the same time, the loss of Tellez shows the change in the mindset of the Mariners' backroom. His title raises questions about who Seattle's first-base/designated-hitter roles will be filled by in the future. Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Yahoo
06-06-2025
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- Yahoo
Brooks Raley takes key step toward Mets return with timeline taking shape
Access the Mets beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Mike Puma about the inside buzz on the Mets. Try it free LOS ANGELES — The Mets are looking toward the All-Star break for a key left-handed reliever's possible return. Advertisement Brooks Raley, who is rehabbing from Tommy John surgery, has begun facing hitters in live batting practice, according to manager Carlos Mendoza. The Mets are hopeful that Raley will be in position to begin a minor league rehab assignment late this month. Raley, 36, returned to the Mets in April on a one-year contract worth $1.5 million that contains a club option for 2026. Raley's surgery for ligament damage and bone spurs in his left elbow occurred last May. Brooks Raley throws a pitch during a Mets game in April 2024. Jason Szenes for the NY Post The Mets this year have lost two lefty relievers — A.J. Minter and Danny Young — to season-ending surgery. Jose Castillo, who was acquired last month after he was designated for assignment by Arizona, is the only remaining lefty reliever on the 26-man roster. Advertisement Raley had a strong season for the Mets in 2023, when he pitched to a 2.80 ERA in 66 appearances. CHECK OUT THE LATEST MLB STANDINGS AND METS STATS Brooks Raley prepares to throw a pitch during a Mets game in April 2024. Bill Kostroun for the NY Post Raley appeared in only eight games for the club last season (he didn't surrender an earned run) before he was sidelined with elbow discomfort. That Raley is a reliever will considerably shorten his rehab stint once he progresses to pitching in minor league games. But Raley, as is the protocol for a pitcher returning from Tommy John surgery, will need 10-12 sessions facing hitters in live batting practice before he's considered for that next step. Raley has thrown five such sessions. Even so, team brass views the All-Star break as a realistic possibility for Raley. Sean Manaea threw 29 pitches in a live batting practice session, after which Mendoza didn't rule out the possibility the left-hander's next step would be a minor league rehab assignment. Advertisement Manaea is rehabbing from an oblique strain that has kept him sidelined since spring training. Mendoza offered his thoughts pregame on the Mets returning to Dodger Stadium for the first time since their loss in Game 6 of the NLCS last October. 'It's a different feeling, walking in this place and knowing this is where your season ended,' Mendoza said. 'It's kind of like a sour taste, but also understanding that after everything we went through as a team, when nobody thought anything about this team and we ended up facing the team that ended up winning the World Series. 'It's a different feeling this year, understanding that they are really good again and we're also good. I think it's mixed feelings coming here, but we're not trying to look back.'
New York Post
03-06-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
Brooks Raley takes key step toward Mets return with timeline taking shape
Access the Mets beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Mike Puma about the inside buzz on the Mets. Try it free LOS ANGELES — The Mets are looking toward the All-Star break for a key left-handed reliever's possible return. Brooks Raley, who is rehabbing from Tommy John surgery, has begun facing hitters in live batting practice, according to manager Carlos Mendoza. Advertisement The Mets are hopeful that Raley will be in position to begin a minor league rehab assignment late this month. Raley, 36, returned to the Mets in April on a one-year contract worth $1.5 million that contains a club option for 2026. Raley's surgery for ligament damage and bone spurs in his left elbow occurred last May. Brooks Raley throws a pitch during a Mets game in April 2024. Jason Szenes for the NY Post Advertisement The Mets this year have lost two lefty relievers — A.J. Minter and Danny Young — to season-ending surgery. Jose Castillo, who was acquired last month after he was designated for assignment by Arizona, is the only remaining lefty reliever on the 26-man roster. Raley had a strong season for the Mets in 2023, when he pitched to a 2.80 ERA in 66 appearances. Advertisement CHECK OUT THE LATEST MLB STANDINGS AND METS STATS Brooks Raley prepares to throw a pitch during a Mets game in April 2024. Bill Kostroun for the NY Post Raley appeared in only eight games for the club last season (he didn't surrender an earned run) before he was sidelined with elbow discomfort. That Raley is a reliever will considerably shorten his rehab stint once he progresses to pitching in minor league games. Advertisement But Raley, as is the protocol for a pitcher returning from Tommy John surgery, will need 10-12 sessions facing hitters in live batting practice before he's considered for that next step. Raley has thrown five such sessions. Even so, team brass views the All-Star break as a realistic possibility for Raley. Sean Manaea threw 29 pitches in a live batting practice session, after which Mendoza didn't rule out the possibility the left-hander's next step would be a minor league rehab assignment. Manaea is rehabbing from an oblique strain that has kept him sidelined since spring training. Advertisement Mendoza offered his thoughts pregame on the Mets returning to Dodger Stadium for the first time since their loss in Game 6 of the NLCS last October. 'It's a different feeling, walking in this place and knowing this is where your season ended,' Mendoza said. 'It's kind of like a sour taste, but also understanding that after everything we went through as a team, when nobody thought anything about this team and we ended up facing the team that ended up winning the World Series. 'It's a different feeling this year, understanding that they are really good again and we're also good. I think it's mixed feelings coming here, but we're not trying to look back.'
