In case everyone forgot, Mets pitching coach Dave Eiland reminded us Tuesday that Noah Syndergaard is a human being. He's not a cartoon character or robot that literally throws thunderbolts and runs on batteries.
It appears that Syndergaard needs to be reminded of this reality, as well.
"I just feel like I haven't been living up to my expectations for myself or for other people," Syndergaard said after striking out seven Blue Jays and allowing two runs and five hits during five innings Tuesday. "Once it clicks, I'll be really looking forward to that."
For starters, Syndergaard needed to sit through an 86-minute rain delay, after which he immediately struck out the side to start the game.