Follow him on Twitter @AnthonyDiComo, Instagram and Facebook. “But I’m continuing to work, and as the season progresses, I hope to be there.”. section: | slug: mets-dellin-betances-velocity-still-not-back | sport: baseball | route: article_single_fantasy | “He gave us exactly what we needed there -- length.”, Following his successful big league debut, Mets pitcher Franklyn Kilome had a chance to exchange a few texts with family members. As recently as the middle of last month, Betances said he felt “100 percent.” But a dip in velocity during Friday’s loss to the Braves, in which Betances allowed four runs, proved his recovery has not been linear. Betances was looked at as hopefully someone who would help fortify the back end of the Mets bullpen. "They asked me if I was excited," Kilome said. More than increased velocity, Betances said, he needs improved control of both his fastball and curveball. Shortly after the end of the Mets’ 7-1 loss to the Braves on Saturday, rookie reliever Franklyn Kilome returned to the clubhouse to check his cell phone. This year, he’s averaged 93.5 mph. The 32-year-old is still expected to fill a high-leverage role in the Mets' bullpen this season, but after barely pitching during an injury-plagued 2019, Betances has a lot to prove. Had the 2020 season started as scheduled in March, Betances might not have been ready. Shortly after the end of the Mets’ 7-1 loss to the Braves on Saturday, rookie reliever Franklyn Kilome returned to the clubhouse to check his cell phone. As recently as the middle of last month, Betances said he felt “100 percent.” But a dip in velocity during Friday’s loss to the Braves, in which Betances allowed four runs, proved his recovery has not been linear. But if I put guys on and fall behind, it’s not ideal for any pitcher.”. “Great outing,” Rojas said. He faced batters for the first time on Thursday, but he must progress to the point that he can do so on back-to-back days like Hughes. He returned to the starting lineup on Saturday for just the second time, playing left field in place of J.D. With six lefties scheduled in the Mets’ first eight games, Dominic Smith was largely confined to the bench despite having one of the team’s most successful Summer Camp showings. “I think accepting it is one of those things that will make you understand and have the proper mindset to fulfill that role and be ready when you get the call. As one of the few bright spots in the Mets’ loss, Kilome -- the club’s 12th-ranked prospect -- had reason to be jazzed. "I said, 'hell yeah.'" As anyone with access to radar gun readings can attest, the version of Dellin Betances pitching for the Mets is not quite the same as the version that starred for years in the Bronx. His fastball averaged 94.1 MPH in his Friday outing. Also edging close to a return is Gsellman, who missed much of Summer Camp due to right triceps tightness. Hughes is coming off a year in which he posted a 4.04 ERA in 72 appearances for the Reds and Phillies. Manager Luis Rojas hypothesized that Betances’ struggles on Friday were due to his appearing three times in four days, though Betances said it’s all part of the process of building back up. Because there is no Minor League season, he made it all the way to August before appearing in a game that counts. “Obviously, I’m not there yet,” Betances said. Dellin's velo 'not there yet,' Mets have hope. “What can I say, it was a long two years,” the 25-year-old Kilome said through an interpreter. The Mets have had fewer reasons to use Smith off the bench this year because the designated hitter rule eliminates any chance of pinch-hitting for the pitcher. 6-keys: media/fantasynews/mlb/reg/free/stories. Before injuring his right shoulder early last season, Betances averaged around 98 mph with his fastball. Had the 2020 season started as scheduled in March, Betances might not have been ready. Hughes, who missed nearly all of Summer Camp due to an undisclosed issue, threw live BP on consecutive days this week. Although Betances technically appeared in one game for the Yankees last season, he said it feels like he missed a season and a half. Still, the Mets believe all the time off will not affect Smith, who hit .282/.355/.525 last season despite sporadic playing time. at While the Mets have not revealed a timeline for his return, pitching on back-to-back days is generally one of the last obstacles a reliever must complete before activation. He pitched four innings in total, recovering from an Ender Inciarte RBI single and a Ronald Acuña Jr. solo homer to retire the final nine batters he faced. Although Betances technically appeared in one game for the Yankees last season, he said it feels like he missed a season and a half. “They said congratulations on my first game in the big leagues,” Kilome said in English, after conducting most of his postgame interview in Spanish. Awaiting him were messages from his mother, brother and several friends. All Rights Reserved. “I feel like the more repetitions I get, the better I’ll be able to get,” Betances said. Follow him on Twitter @AnthonyDiComo, Instagram and Facebook. Before injuring his right shoulder early last season, Betances averaged around 98 mph with his fastball. It’s worth noting that his fastball velocity dipped the last time he pitched on back-to-back days (93.1 to 92.4 on Aug. 14-15). The Mets have had fewer reasons to use Smith off the bench this year because the designated hitter rule eliminates any chance of pinch-hitting for the pitcher. Throughout Spring Training and Summer Camp, both Betances and Mets officials expressed confidence that his flagging velocity would return. Betances topped out at 92-93 mph with his fastball during a recent simulated game, Tim Healey of Newsday reports. “I’m still not there right now, but I feel like right now, I’ve just got to attack the strike zone and change speeds with what I have, and make the batters a little uncomfortable, and I feel like I can have a little success that way. Awaiting him were messages from his mother, brother and several friends. During that lone appearance, Betances partially tore his left Achilles tendon, necessitating another lengthy rehab period. While the Mets have not revealed a timeline for his return, pitching on back-to-back days is generally one of the last obstacles a reliever must complete before activation. pic.twitter.com/a1vVtBQFzX. But luckily for me, I was able to just believe and have faith.”. Before injuring his right shoulder early last season, Betances averaged around 98 mph with his fastball. “I’m still not there right now, but I feel like right now, I’ve just got to attack the strike zone and change speeds with what I have, and make the batters a little uncomfortable, and I feel like I can have a little success that way.
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