Robert Stock impresses in first start since 2021, but Mets lose to Sandy Alcantara, Marlins
NEW YORK — Stock is up for Robert Stock. The New York Mets’ pre-trade-deadline rotation shuffling created an unexpected opportunity for Stock, a 36-year-old right-hander, to make his first MLB start since 2021. Stock was sharp in Sunday afternoon’s 2-0 loss to the Miami Marlins at Citi Field, allowing one run over five innings with four strikeouts in an emotional return to the majors. “It ...
New York — Robert Stock made his first Major League Baseball start since 2021, impressing in a 2-0 loss to the Miami Marlins at Citi Field. The 36-year-old right-hander allowed one run over five innings, striking out four batters. His emotional return to the majors meant a great deal to Stock, who credited his family for their unwavering support.
Joe Mack's solo home run in the fifth inning was the only damage Stock faced, limiting Miami to three hits without a walk. Stock employed five different pitches, averaging 96.3 mph with his four-seam fastball. Despite the win, the Mets lost three of four games in Queens to Sandy Alcantara and the Miami bullpen, who shut down the Mets (47-66) in a 47-66 season.
Stock's performance has reignited his presence in the Mets' rotation plans, with interim manager Andy Green praising his command and pitching effectiveness.
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