Mets announcer says Cleveland pitcher 'trying to hit' their player

New York Mets' Harrison Bader reacts after hitting a double against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the eighth inning of a baseball game, Monday, April 15, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray) AP By Gabriel Trevino | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com Mets color commentator Ron Darling was stern with his view of that Cleveland pitcher Triston McKenzie hit New York outfielder Harrison Bader on purpose Wednesday. McKenzie threw a 92-mph fastball to Bader's waist on the first pitch of the at-bat in the second inning. MORE METS COVERAGE Blake Lively responds to Mets announcer: 'Cats outta the bag' Why Pete Alonso's Mets future is safe, according to MLB insider Ex-Mets outfielder drawing trade interest