Game One of the ALCS went to the New York Mets who got key contributions from Matt Harvey and clutch hitting from Daniel Murphy.
By David Hong
The biggest star of the game was clearly the Dark Knight, Matt Harvey. After a subpar start in Game NLDS, Harvey responded in a huge way by 7 2/3’s solid innings, giving up two runs on four hits, while striking out nine.
That’s the Harvey, Mets fans truly know of.
Like Jacob deGrom, Harvey is 2-0 in his playoff career but more importantly, put up a stud October performance that Mets fans will remember, outdueling Jon Lester.
In a season when people have criticized his toughness at times with the innings limit controversy, Harvey may have shown everyone today how tough and gritty he really was and that he was tailor made for October baseball.
Anyone that questioned his toughness or desire to go out there and pitch should take note of him tonight. @mcuddy23 on @MattHarvey33. #Mets
— New York Mets (@Mets) October 18, 2015
Not only is Harvey starting to thrive this during time of the year, but perhaps the new Mr. October Daniel Murphy is too.
The way he’s been hitting this postseason, why not. And he added another chapter to his October heroics with another home run off Lester. Three of his four playoff home runs have come against left-handed pitching.
Daniel Murphy is lock and loaded tonight! His solo shot makes it 1-0 #Mets. #LGM pic.twitter.com/GVoodOfocO
— New York Mets (@Mets) October 18, 2015
And considering Murph was benched at the end of the regular season vs lefty pitching, it was good to see him come through. Not only that, but the great defensive diving stop to preserve the Mets win.
Daniel Murphy … stop it already. http://t.co/IAZPdjUzFD #OUTstandings pic.twitter.com/pPzJlZ81Si
— MLB GIFS (@MLBGIFs) October 18, 2015
This was a huge win for the Mets, considering Jake Arrieta will be on the mound for the Cubs in Game 2.
It’s over! We take Game 1 of the NLCS, 4-2. #LoveTheMets #LGM #Mets #Books #YaGottaBelieve pic.twitter.com/NF2kncwrjT
— New York Mets (@Mets) October 18, 2015
The Mets won’t have long to celebrate. They and the Cubs are right back it tonight.
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