ICYMI in Mets Land: Opening series postponed due to COVID

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Marcus Stroman amped up after pitch
Marcus Stroman amped up after pitch

The Mets' opening series against the Nationals was postponed due to COVID-19 concerns, while Marcus Stroman is excited to wear the black jerseys this season.

Here's what happened in Mets Land, in case you missed it...

  • The Mets' opening series against the Nationals was postponed due to positive tests within Washington's team. The Mets will now hope to open the season Monday against the Phillies.

  • It will still be Jacob deGrom getting the ball once the Mets finally do get on the field against Philadelphia on Monday

  • J.D. Davis said that the delay to get the season underway was "definitely a punch in the stomach"

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