Mets' Stock Falters, Raising Pitching Concerns After Loss

WHO:

MLB.com - Robert Stock, a 36-year-old journeyman pitcher for the Mets.

MLB.com - Andy Green, Mets interim manager.

MLB.com - Carson Benge, Mets rookie outfielder.

MLB.com - Nick Gonzales, player for the Pirates.

MLB.com - Bubba Chandler, rookie pitcher for the Pirates.

MLB.com - Luis Torrens, catcher for the Mets.

MLB.com - Eric Wagaman, infielder for the Mets.

MLB.com - Gabriel Arias, infielder claimed off waivers by the Mets.

WHAT:

MLB.com - Robert Stock allowed eight runs in three-plus innings during a game against the Pirates.

MLB.com - The Mets lost to the Pirates 9-0, ending their four-game winning streak.

MLB.com - Stock's record fell to 0-2 for the season.

MLB.com - The Mets were shut out for the 12th time this season.

MLB.com - Carson Benge was out of the lineup due to a jammed left wrist but expected to return soon.

MLB.com - Benge is hitting .270 with 13 home runs, 46 RBIs, and 18 stolen bases in 112 games.

MLB.com - The Mets optioned Eric Wagaman to Triple-A Syracuse.

WHERE:

MLB.com - The game took place at PNC Park in Pittsburgh.

MLB.com - Carson Benge sustained his injury while playing against the Pirates.

WHEN:

MLB.com - Robert Stock was called up from Triple-A Syracuse on August 2.

MLB.com - The Mets and Pirates were scheduled to conclude their three-game series on a future date.

WHY:

MLB.com - Stock was promoted to replace right-hander Freddy Peralta, who was traded to the Rays.

MLB.com - Andy Green stated that Stock's rough outing does not define him and that it happens to pitchers across the game.

HOW:

MLB.com - Stock allowed nine hits, walked five, and struck out four during the game.

MLB.com - Stock mentioned that he experienced fatigue and needed to execute pitches better to avoid walking batters.

In a tough outing for the Mets, pitcher Robert Stock allowed eight runs in just over three innings, leading to a 9-0 loss against the Pirates that ended their four-game winning streak. This defeat marked the Mets' twelfth shutout of the season, and Stock's record now stands at 0-2 after being called up from Triple-A Syracuse on August 2 to replace Freddy Peralta. Rookie outfielder Carson Benge was out of the lineup due to a jammed left wrist but is expected to return soon, while infielder Eric Wagaman has been optioned to Triple-A Syracuse.