The Unhappy Recap: Nats 10, Mets 4

Nelson Figueroa didn't have it, and neither did Jorge Sosa as the Mets dropped the first of four against the Nationals, 10-4.

Figueroa lasted only five innings, allowing five hits and five walks. He also made an error, one of two for the Mets, as the Nats scored five in the third to take a 6-3 lead. Enter Jorge Sosa in the sixth with a gallon of $4 gas and a match. Four hits, four runs, two walks. Nice work, Jorge.

It is remarkable that the Mets are willing to send Joe Smith down to make room for Adam Bostick or Willie Collazo, whoever starts Wednesday's game. And that Matt Wise will replace that spot starter when he is sent down. All to keep Sosa on the roster because he'd have to clear waivers.

News flash: Sosa sucks. He's this year's Mota. Cut him loose and keep Smith, who has only been excellent this season. It's madness!

Figueroa also needs to put a lid on it. Yes, the Elijiah Dukes-led chanting from the Nats dugout was bush league, but one comment would suffice. His protests made him look weak, especially after getting hammered. Tune 'em out, Figgy.