Mets' Loss Attributed to Mike Maddux's 5-Run Inning in Colorado

Mets' pitcher Mike Maddux suffered a disastrous outing in the eighth inning, allowing five runs that put the Mets in a four-run hole against the Colorado Rockies. This marked the third big inning for Maddux this season, contributing to the Mets' 10-8 loss. Despite a strong effort by the Mets to tie the game in the top of the eighth, it wasn't enough to overcome Maddux's performance.

Key Takeaways:

• Mets' pitcher Mike Maddux suffered a 5-run meltdown in the eighth inning, giving up five runs to put the Mets in a 4-run hole against the Rockies.
• Maddux has had a history of big inning performances, earning him 14 earned runs in his previous 16 appearances.
• Manager Dallas Green placed blame squarely on Maddux's shoulders, stating that he "has to pitch better than he has and give this ball club better than he has."
• The Mets scored 4 runs off Rockies reliever Bruce Ruffin in the top of the eighth to tie the game at 8-8, but it was not enough to overcome Maddux's error.
• Andres Galarraga scored on a sacrifice fly by Charlie Hayes, and Roger Mason got stuck with the loss.
• Maddux kicked walls, threw gloves, and slammed a bat against the cement in frustration after the game.
• Manager Green stated that "he's experienced enough, and he's making enough money to overcome those problems."

Statistics:

• Mike Maddux has earned 14 runs in his previous 16 appearances.
• The Mets scored 8 runs in the top of the eighth to tie the game, but ultimately lost 10-8.
• Jose Vizcaino extended his hitting streak to 14 games with a single in the eighth inning.
• Howard Johnson has a 9-game hitting streak, with a sacrifice fly to left in the third inning scoring the Rockies' first run.
• Eric Hillman is expected to report to the Mets' Class AAA franchise in Norfolk, VA on Friday.
• Frank Seminara is expected to be optioned to Norfolk after Dwight Gooden is activated from the disabled list.

Sources:

• [Associated Press]
• [New York Times]
• [ESPN]