US EditionJacob deGrom going back to where career began to face Mets for 1st time since leaving for Texas
- Jacob deGrom will make his first start against the New York Mets at Citi Field this Friday night since departing the team following the 2022 season to sign with the Texas Rangers, kicking off a three-game series.
- DeGrom departed the Mets after nine seasons, during which he earned consecutive Cy Young Awards, to join the Texas Rangers on a lucrative deal worth $185 million over five years ahead of the 2023 season.
- DeGrom, age 37, has made 27 starts this season with a 2.78 ERA, pitching 155 2/3 innings—the most since 2019—and set a Rangers record of 14 consecutive starts allowing no more than two runs.
- Rangers manager Bruce Bochy said deGrom will likely have strong emotions pitching at Citi Field because of his history there, and he expects the player to be well-received amid a playoff atmosphere.
- The matchup highlights both teams' playoff races, with the Mets contending for a National League wild-card spot and Texas pushing for the American League postseason as deGrom aims to maintain his strong form.
32 Articles
32 Articles
Rockdale Citizen & Newton Citizen
Marietta Daily JournalEx-Mets ace Jacob deGrom leads Rangers into Queens
Jacob deGrom hasn't appeared on the Citi Field mound since Oct. 8, 2022, when he helped extend the New York Mets' season by winning Game 2 of a National League wild-card series.
TimesDaily
Decatur DailyNew York welcome? Rangers' deGrom going back to where career began
ARLINGTON, Texas — Jacob deGrom is excited to be going back to where his career began, the home stadium where he made 109 of his 245 starts in the big leagues and had back-to-back Cy Young Award-winning seasons with the…
Anticipation builds as deGrom faces the Mets for the first time since joining the Rangers
Jacob deGrom is excited to be returning to the home stadium where his career began, the one where he made 109 of his 245 starts in the big leagues and had back-to-back Cy Young Award-winning seasons with the New York Mets. “It holds a special place in my heart,” deGrom said. “I pitched a lot there, and Mets fans were always good to me. So taking the mound in front of that crowd was always a fun experience.” Now the lanky right-hander will find o…
Associated Press News
Jacob deGrom going back to where career began to face Mets for 1st time since leaving for Texas
Rangers All-Star pitcher Jacob deGrom is excited to be going back to where his career began. He is set to pitch Friday night in the the home stadium where he made 109 of his 245 starts in the big leagues and had back-to-back Cy Young Award-winning seasons with the New York Mets.
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 48% of the sources are Center
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
