NEW YORK -- Jason Vargas took a significant step toward righting his season on Monday, blanking the Marlins over five innings at Citi Field.
Perfect his first time through the batting order, Vargas did not allow a baserunner until Martin Prado led off the fourth with a single. He permitted another hit and a walk in the fifth, stranding both runners on base, before the Mets removed him for a pinch-hitter in the bottom of the inning. At the time, the Mets led, 1-0.
It was a much-needed start for Vargas, whom the Mets skipped their last turn through the rotation due to his lack of success.