Rockies play the Mets leading series 1-0
The Colorado Rockies lead 1-0 in a three-game series against the New York MetsAUGUST 7 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
PAUL BLACKBURN #58 - PITCHER - NEW YORK METS
5-4 W-L •
1.29 WHIP •
4.66 ERA
5-4 W-L
1.29 WHIP
4.66 ERA
Picks up win in Mets debut Blackburn (5-2) picked up the win Friday against the Angels, allowing one run on six hits over six innings. He struck out six and walked two batters.
Impact Blackburn worked in and out of trouble in his first start with the Mets, needing two separate inning-ending double plays to get through six frames while giving up just one run. The veteran recently came off the IL and showed enough in his first start back with Oakland for the Mets to trade for him, and he quickly rewarded their efforts. Blackburn has quality starts in five of his 10 outings this season and will carry a 4.11 ERA into a matchup against the Rockies next week.
AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE
Pete Alonso homers and newcomer Paul Blackburn strikes out 6 for Mets in 5-1 victory over Angels
Pete Alonso homered for the third time in five games and Paul Blackburn allowed only one run in his Mets debut as New York beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-1 Friday nightAUGUST 3 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Angels take on the Mets in first of 3-game series
The Los Angeles Angels host the New York Mets to open a three-game seriesAUGUST 2 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Set for Mets debut Friday Blackburn will make his Mets debut Friday against the Angels, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.
Impact Blackburn has yet to be officially added to the roster after being acquired via trade from the Athletics on Tuesday, but that will happen this weekend. The right-hander has been limited to just nine starts this season because of a foot injury but has been decent when healthy, holding a 4.41 ERA and 38:14 K:BB over 51 innings. With Blackburn aboard, the Mets will send Tylor Megill to the bullpen.
JULY 31 • ROTOWIRE
Manaea strikes out 11 in mound gem that sends Mets past Twins 2-0
Sean Manaea struck out a season-best 11 over seven dominant innings, pitching the New York Mets to a 2-0 victory against the Minnesota TwinsJULY 31 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bay Area Native, Paul Blackburn, Traded to the New York Mets At 1:00p PST, the Oakland Athletics traded Paul Blackburn to the New York Mets, per Jeff Passan. Blackburn was the A's All-Star representati...
JULY 30 • SI.COM
Mets deal for A's starter Paul Blackburn The Oakland Athletics traded their longest-tenured player, right-handed starting pitcher Paul Blackburn, to the New York Mets on Tuesday.Oak...
JULY 30 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Mets find more pitching, add starter Paul Blackburn and reliever Huascar Brazobán in trades
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JULY 30 • MLB.COM
Mets Acquire Former All-Star Pitcher Paul Blackburn From Athletics, per Report After eight years in Oakland, the California native is heading east.
JULY 30 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
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JULY 30 • MLB.COM
Mets pad staff, strike deal with A's for Blackburn (source) The Mets added a former All-Star to their rotation on Tuesday, acquiring right-hander Paul Blackburn from the A's for Minor League right-han...
JULY 30 • MLB.COM
Traded to Mets The Mets acquired Blackburn from the Athletics on Tuesday, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports.
Impact The Mets have been on the lookout for rotation supplements and have found one in Blackburn. The right-hander just recently returned from a stress reaction in his right foot, allowing four runs over five innings in his first start back. Overall, Blackburn has posted a 4.41 ERA and 38:14 K:BB over 51 frames covering nine starts in 2024. He's also under team control for 2025.
JULY 30 • ROTOWIRE
Earns win in return Blackburn (4-2) allowed four runs on five hits and a walk while striking out two over five innings to earn the win Friday over the Angels.
Impact Blackburn's return from a stress reaction in his right foot got off to a rough start -- he allowed two-run home runs to Taylor Ward and Nolan Schanuel in the first inning. Manager Mark Kotsay let Blackburn work through the issues, and the right-hander did well to settle in, finishing with 72 pitches (41 strikes). He's now at a 4.41 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 38:14 K:BB through 51 innings over nine starts this season. Blackburn may continue to have modest workload restrictions over his next one or two starts. He's projected for a challenging home outing against the Dodgers next week.
JULY 27 • ROTOWIRE
Earns win in return Blackburn (4-2) allowed four runs on five hits and a walk while striking out two over five innings to earn the win Friday over the Angels.
Impact Blackburn's return from a stress reaction in his right foot got off to a rough start -- he allowed two-run home runs to Taylor Ward and Nolan Schanuel in the first inning. Manager Mark Kotsay let Blackburn work through the issues, and the right-hander did well to settle in before exiting after 72 pitches (41 strikes). He's now at a 4.41 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 38:14 K:BB through 51 innings over nine starts this season. Blackburn may have modest workload restrictions over his next one or two starts, and he's projected for a challenging home outing against the Dodgers next week.
JULY 27 • ROTOWIRE
Activated ahead of start The Athletics reinstated Blackburn (foot) from the 60-day injured list ahead of his start Friday against the Angels.
Impact Blackburn has been out since May 10 after suffering a stress reaction in his right foot. He has since made three rehab appearances in the minor leagues, giving up eight earned runs in just four total innings of work. He only managed to reach 49 pitches in 2.2 frames during his latest outing Saturday, and manager Mark Kotsay said the right-hander will be limited to roughly 65-to-70 pitches during his first MLB start in over two months. Hogan Harris was optioned to Triple-A Las Vegas in a corresponding move.
JULY 26 • ROTOWIRE
Returning from IL on Friday Athletics manager Mark Kotsay said that Blackburn (foot) will be reinstated from the 60-day injured list to start Friday's game against the Angels in Anaheim, MLB.com reports.
Impact Blackburn will make his first start for the Athletics since May 10, when he suffered a right foot stress reaction during his outing in Seattle and was subsequently placed on the IL. The Athletics are electing to activate Blackburn despite the fact that he maxed out at 2.2 innings and 49 pitches during his three minor-league rehab starts and was most recently roughed up for seven runs (five earned) on eight hits and two walks in his last outing for Triple-A Las Vegas on July 20. Kotsay said that Blackburn will be limited to around 65-to-70 pitches Friday, and the Athletics could turn to Joey Estes out of the bullpen if length is needed behind Blackburn.
JULY 26 • ROTOWIRE
Athletics face the Angels with 1-0 series lead
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Hit hard in Triple-A outing Blackburn (foot) started Triple-A Las Vegas' loss to Salt Lake on Saturday night and was charged with the loss, allowing seven runs (five earned) on eight hits and two walks over 2...
Impact Blackburn bumped up his rehab assignment to Triple-A after making his first two appearances with Single-A Stockton, and the results were about as concerning as his final line implies. The right-hander immediately got off on the wrong foot by allowing a leadoff homer to MLB veteran Jake Marisnick, who also got to Blackburn for an RBI double in the third inning. In all, Blackburn worked up to 49 pitches, but he located only 26 for strikes. Given he's been ineffective in two of his first rehab appearances, Blackburn appears set to make at least a couple more starts with an affiliate in an effort to build up some confidence ahead of activation.
JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE
Completes second rehab outing Blackburn (foot) worked two-thirds of an inning in Triple-A Las Vegas' win over Sugar Land on Sunday, allowing a hit and a walk while recording a strikeout. He also hit a batter.
Impact Blackburn's busy outing featured 23 pitches due to his subpar control, with the right-hander locating 14 of those offerings for strikes. Blackburn was originally slated to remain with Single-A Stockton for Sunday's rehab appearance after an even poorer outing that also lasted two-thirds of an inning Tuesday. However, that plan was apparently altered in recent days, and Blackburn may now remain with the Aviators for the duration of his rehab assignment. Given how his first two minor-league appearances have unfolded, Blackburn will likely remain on the farm for at least another couple of outings, including a potential start.
JULY 15 • ROTOWIRE
Staying put for next rehab outing Blackburn (foot) will remain with Single-A Stockton for his next rehab appearance, which will take place Sunday, MLB.com reports.
Impact Blackburn scuffled through a 23-pitch rehab debut Tuesday against Rancho Cucamonga, lasting just two-thirds of an inning and surrendering three earned runs. A previous report had indicated Blackburn would move up to Triple-A Las Vegas for his second rehab outing, but it appears Tuesday's rough showing led to those plans being scuttled. Blackburn presumably remains on track to return shortly after the All-Star break, as he came away from his first minor-league appearance feeling healthy.
JULY 11 • ROTOWIRE
Poor showing in rehab debut Blackburn (foot) appeared in relief for Single-A Stockton against Rancho Cucamonga on Tuesday, allowing three earned runs on two hits and two walks over two-thirds of an inning. He...
Impact Blackburn was slated to throw about 35 pitches, but he was pulled after just 23 due to his struggles. The right-hander worked himself into trouble immediately upon entering in the third inning, issuing back-to-back walks and allowing a pair of run-scoring singles. Blackburn could still be bumped up to Triple-A Las Vegas for his next rehab appearance Sunday, although it remains to be seen if Tuesday's poor showing alters those plans.
JULY 10 • ROTOWIRE
Next rehab steps outlined Blackburn (foot) will throw a bullpen session Saturday and then report to Single-A Stockton to begin a rehab assignment Tuesday, MLB.com reports.
Impact The right-hander is finally on the cusp of a long-awaited return to game action, provided Saturday's bullpen session goes well. Blackburn is slated to follow fellow rehabbing starter Ross Stripling (elbow) out of the bullpen in Stockton's game Tuesday and is projected to throw up to 35 pitches. If the outing goes well, Blackburn will then be slated to bump his rehab assignment up to Triple-A Las Vegas for a likely start or appearance on Sunday, July 14.
JULY 6 • ROTOWIRE
Next rehab steps outlined Blackburn (foot) will throw a bullpen session Saturday and then report to Single-A Stockton to begin a rehab assignment Tuesday, MLB.com reports.
Impact The right-hander is finally on the cusp of a long-awaited return to game action, provided Saturday's bullpen session goes well. Blackburn is slated to follow fellow rehabbing starter Ross Stripling (elbow) out of the bullpen in Stockton's game Tuesday and is projected to throw up to 35 pitches. If the outing goes well, Blackburn will then be slated to bump his rehab assignment up to Triple-A Las Vegas for a likely start or appearance Sunday, July 14.
JULY 6 • ROTOWIRE
