Tears fo Joy!!!!!!

The trade that never was, that motivates a team

The baseball season has finally come down to the two top teams , which most wouldn't predict in the New York Mets making the World Series. This team has exceeded expectations in making this incredible run. They have played with a chip on their shoulder in proving the doubters wrong, and are playing for one another. Their season took a dramatic turn when one of the players Wilmer Flores starting showing true emotion on the field by crying thinking he was traded for Carlos Gomez who was on the Brewers. He thought that night it would be his last time in the blue and orange jersey since he has been with the franchise since his early teens. Then news starting circulating that he was not going anywhere because of Gomez not being healthy and the Mets deciding to pull back on the trade. I believe that night the team became even closer and started to take steps in the right direction. Their pitching staff has to be one of the best in a very long time with Jacob DeGrom, Matt Harvey, Steven Matz, and Noah Syndergaard. These four aces have been so dominant this postseason that they look unhittable.
    Mets Fans haven't had this much excitement in a long time it has been a brutal go around for the past 10 to 12 years. They were always told "wait till next year" but fans were getting frustrated, and wanted something to happen now. General Manager Sandy Alderson listened to the fans, and started adding pieces with acquiring Juan Uribe , and Kelly Johnson from the Atlanta Braves who are good players coming off the bench. Then the big trade happened after some additions were brought in for the bullpen. The Mets pulled the biggest trade when they acquired American League Slugger Yoenis Cespedes from the Detroit Tigers. Many teams had wanted Cespedes but were afraid to pull the trigger because of what Detroit wanted. Alderson was not afraid, and made the deal happen. Cespedes also brought a spark to the team with having an incredible run during the regular season, and so far this postseason. These players made the change in the teams philosophy happen very quick and took the division by storm and had a commanding lead.

There opponents in the playoffs have been tough in facing the Los Angeles Dodgers, and the Chicago Cubs. When looking on paper these teams look overpowering, and no one would give the Mets any chance. When they played the Dodgers they had to face two future hall of fame pitchers in Zack Greinke, and Clayton Kershaw. No one thought the Mets could beat Dodgers but with the offense being productive they were able to beat Kershaw in Game 1. A star was made when of all players on the Mets Daniel Murphy began to do something that most players in league history will never do. Daniel started to hit homerun after homerun in six consecutive games. So far this postseason he is batting 421 which is unheard of and has been playing off the charts. Cespedes, and Murphy along with Curtis Granderson have brought the spark to the Mets Offense. In the regular season the New York Mets were not aggressive in stealing bases but Terry Collins changed things up, and have been very aggressive on the base paths which can cause problems for opposing pitchers. They have been a very defensive sounded team.

The World Series will be a very tough task in facing the American League Champions in the Kansas City Royals. The Royals were in the same spot last year as were the Mets are right now. They are back to finish what the didn't accomplish last season in winning the World Series. The Royals are a better team compared to last seasons team. This lineup is very deep there one through nine hitters can cause a major problem. If the Mets don't jump out to an early lead and let the Royals lead after 6 or 7 innings it will be hard to be productive since the Royals have the best bullpen in the league. The Mets were starting to see other players begin to be productive in Lucas Duda, David Wright, and Travis d'Arnaud, and Michael Conforto. It will be a true test for both teams especially for the Mets since they have had a few days off. I think the Mets will be bringing home the trophy for the first time since the they last won it in 1986. I think they are playing with a purpose, and are out to prove people wrong. I think this World Series will be one of the best in a very long time. I think the Mets will win the series in 6.

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Can the New York Jets handle the tough task on Sunday?

For the past decade the New England Patriots have owned the AFC East, and now this Sunday could be the their toughest task in a long time. The New York Jets are coming in with high expectations in being a well rounded team. This game will feature the best defense versus the best offense in the league. If you are a football fan this is the game you would want to watch because of the type of chest match it will be. The head coach for the New York Jets Todd Bowles is a defensive minded head coach who blitzes about 48 percent of the time. The Patriots will have a tough task with the offensive line being moved around because of the injuries they have. The backups for New England will have a tough task in stopping the front line of the New York Jets in Mohammed Wilkerson, Sheldon Richardson, Damon Harrison, and Leonard Williams. The Sons of Anarchy  front line of the Jets have been getting a lot of pressure against there opponents which is causing the opposing Quarterback to throw interceptions, or are forcing fumbles. Besides the front four the Jets secondary is a veteran group that has made a huge difference. The reason for this success is the veteran presence of Darelle Revis and Antonio Cromartie.

If the Jets want to win this game they will need to make Tom Brady move in the pocket, and force him to make decisions on the run. If he is able to sit in the pocket he will pick this defense apart, and will turn this game into a blowout. Tom Brady has played every defensive scheme that is out there so he is not worried. He has plenty of weapons around him that can be a nightmare for any opponent. His wide receiver core is a very talented one in Julian Edelman, Danny Amendola, and Rob Gronkowski. His tight end is his go to player because of how big and physical he is. Also there running game is a big plus Legarrette Blount is a very hard physical runner who can open up many holes. The New York Jets need to make Brady feel uncomfortable he is very weak on the move. Brady looks like a rookie quarterback when on the move he makes the mental mistake which makes him frustrated.

The New York Jets offense is a well talented bunch with the offensive line and wide receiver's they have. The only question I have is with the Quarterback in Ryan Fitzpatrick. Fitzpatrick is a very average player that has done very well so far. If he throws more than 40 plus passes through out his career he has had a very horrific record. If they can make a game plan with him throwing about 20 plus passes then they have a shot. The big factor will be the Jets establishing the run game. Chris Ivory has been a big contributor for the wins this season. Ivory has had 2 consecutive 100 plus yards games. The Defense for New England is very weak against the run and have given up big plays.

The Jets wide receiver core of Brandon Marshall and Eric Decker have become a very good core that causes opposing defense problems. If the Jets can establish Devon Smith more then I can see them  causing  a bigger problem. The other receiver's for the Jets Chris Owusu, Jeremy Kerley have contributed very well.  They cant afford to throw many big passes they should stick to the short passes and medium passes. If they mix the plays up then it will be leaving areas open down the field along with opening holes for the running game. A key Contribution is coming back from injury who can create a two headed monster for the running game with the return of Steven Ridley. Before Ridley was injured he was a great contributor for the Patriots run last year to the Super Bowl.

This game wont make the outcome of the season for both teams but for one team it will mean something a lot more. The New England Patriots have been an incredible franchise who have been very successful for many years. I think the New York Jets will show up on Sunday and will make a statement in winning this game. The final score will be the Jets 28 the Patriots 21. It will be a last second drive that will it for the Jets. The spread for this game is very high and are not giving the Jets any chance but this team is very focused and are out to make a point. Coach Bowles and General Manager Mike Maccagnan have turned this franchise around and have them heading in the right direction. They aren't worried about what the media is saying the Jets are going to allow the talk to be done on the field. Let the best team win on sunday it will be a boxing fight whoever makes a key mistake will most likely lose this game.