Dicky Lovelady joins Mets, goes viral on social media
The New York Mets made some surprising roster moves on Monday as they prepared to face off against their National League East rival, the Atlanta Braves. One of the most notable moves was the signing of pitcher Dicky Lovelady to a major league contract.
Lovelady, who goes by the nickname Dicky, was activated for the Mets’ game against the Braves, prompting reactions from baseball fans on social media. The 29-year-old pitcher was a 10th round pick by the Kansas City Royals in 2016 and made his debut in the majors in 2019. He has since played for teams like the Oakland Athletics, Chicago Cubs, Tampa Bay Rays, and the Toronto Blue Jays.
In his career, Lovelady has appeared in 110 games with a 5.26 ERA and 93 strikeouts. His addition to the Mets’ roster comes at a time when the team has been dealing with injuries to key pitchers like Tylor Megill, Kodai Senga, and Max Kranick.
The Mets currently hold a 46-32 record, just one game behind the Philadelphia Phillies in the NL East standings. The Braves, on the other hand, sit 11 games behind the Phillies.
It will be interesting to see how Lovelady contributes to the Mets’ pitching staff and if he can help them gain ground in the division race. Stay tuned for more updates on the Mets and their quest for a playoff spot.
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