Amazin' Avenue · Jun 29, 2015
Final Score: Mets 7, Reds 2—Steven Matz is incredible
Steven Matz, offensive colossus. He also pitched. - Andy Marlin-USA TODAY SportsMeet the Matz, meet the Mets, step right up and beat the Reds.
Steven Matz's big league debut began inauspiciously when he allowed a home run to Brandon Phillips, the first batter of the game and of Matz's career. By the time he departed, he had struck out six in 7.2 innings and turned in one of the most remarkable Mets debuts—at the plate!
Matz went 3-for-3 in his first game as a major league hitter, driving in four runs and making the case that he should never bat in the nine spot again (plus his grandfather is an amazing fan).