Update: Naturally, after writing this, David Wright is in the lineup today.
Before yesterday’s game, Jerry Manuel said he would rest both David Wright and Gary Sheffield today.
Strange, considering the Mets will be facing Yovani Gallardo, the Brewer’s ace and they’re already struggling for offense. Benching the two of the best hitters might not be the greatest idea. Yes, they need days off, but both on the same day doesn’t seem too smart.
But what does intrigue me about this is the young guys getting a shot. They haven’t been all too good lately, but today might be the day Nick Evans, Daniel Murphy and Fernando Martinez all start on the same major league team.
It’s apparent that F-Mart needs some more time in the minors, and the same could be said for both Evans and Murphy. If Manuel chooses, today, we could see a few of the (hopeful) cornerstones of the future Mets team all playing together in 2009.
The lineups aren’t out yet, but if Wright and Sheffield are taking a seat, this might be the best thing to hope for.
Update: Here is what I assume the lineup will look like. Or I hope. I’m not sure.
- Cora – SS
- Murphy – 1B
- Evans – LF
- Church – RF
- Tatis – 3B
- Martinez - CF
- Schneider – C
- Castillo – 2B
- Pelfrey - RHP
Again, this is not the official lineup. But it could look something like it.