PHILADELPHIA – So many people were expecting JT Realmuto to get a record deal from the Mets this offseason.
New York previously signed James McCann.
The Phillies eventually signed Realmuto to a five-year, $ 115.5 million contract that made him the highest paid catcher in baseball history. It could be a fun storyline for the next few seasons as the Phillies and Mets compete in the National League East. Imagine, for example, if Realmuto defeats the Mets like Chase Utley.
Realmuto made its presence felt in the Phillies’ 8-2 win over the Mets at Citizens Bank Park. Philadelphia won the series for three games and started its season 5-1. Realmuto walked on Alec Bohm’s three runs in the first innings in the first innings and scored and in the fifth innings hit a three-run to the right field. Rhys Hoskins also indicated in the game as the Phillies attack had its best game after a quiet start.
Phillies right-hander Aaron Nola struggled through four innings, although he allowed only one run. In 92 stands, he conceded six hits and walked two.