Yes, it was great news this weekend in the dominant sweep of the Mets… except for one thing.
Mallex Smith was 0-3 today, hitting just .237 for the year, but his OBP was at .312. But despite being whacked on the hand by a 95 mph Antonio Bastardo fastball in the 7th inning, he stayed in the game briefly to run, scoring the 5th run of the 6-0 shutdown victory.
This month, Mallex was elevated to the leadoff position and he has been improving over May and June – hitting .