Cedric Mullins’ first few weeks with the New York Mets felt like dropping quarters into a machine that refused to pay out. Early on, he went 1-for-17, though a few walks, runs scored, and stolen bases offered small sparks amid the dry spell. It was frustrating watching the reels spin with little to show, but those glimpses hinted the machine wasn’t broken, just warming up.
For a team that’s been searching for someone — anyone—to jolt the lineup, Mullins’ timing couldn’t be better. Over the past three games, Mullins has landed some winning combinations. Base hits and extra-base knocks have brought the scoreboard to life whenever he’s at the plate.