LOS ANGELES — Jacob deGrom is quiet for about 30 seconds, searching his memory. The Mets righty, who will start the first game of the National League Division Series Friday in Los Angeles, is going through his short career as a pitcher in his head, struggling to find the moment.
“The only one I can really think of is my major-league debut,” deGrom finally said with a shrug, “because for me, it was more than just a debut. I only got my chance to start because there was an injury and I knew I had to prove myself quickly.