The New York Mets (53-41) will visit the Kansas City Royals (46-48), Saturday at 4:10 p.m. ET, in the first of a three-game series. The Mets are a favorite (-135) against the Royals (+113). The scheduled starters are Frankie Montas (1-1) for the New York Mets, and Michael Lorenzen (5-8) for the Kansas City Royals.

Jim Wolf has faced calls for his job this season, from fans and analysts alike. He is currently ranked 77th of 90 MLB umpires, and his performance on Friday night during a game between the New York Mets and Kansas City Royals did not help his case.

Following a sensational comeback victory by the New York Mets over the Kansas City Royals, team owner Steven Cohen delivered a tongue-in-cheek message to the fans.

Due to inclement weather in the Kansas City area, the first game of the Mets' series against the Royals is delayed.

Its Friday, July 11 and the Mets (53-41) are in Kansas City to open a series against the Royals (46-48). Kodai Senga is slated to take the mound for New York against Michael Wacha for Kansas City.

K ansas City Royals closer Carlos Estévez is headed to the 2025 MLB All-Star Game. The top reliever will replace Texas Rangers starter Jacob deGrom on the American League roster. Estévez, 32, has shined in his first season with the Royals. He leads the AL with 25 saves and has posted a 2.03 ERA in 39 appearances.

Once viewed as a strength of the team, the New York Mets may need to consider adding starting pitching depth. Frankie Montas owns a 6.14 ERA in three starts since his return from the injured list, and the National League East club is without Griffin Canning,