Game 97: Mets vs. Dodgers @ Dodger Stadium

Oliver Perez is today's starter as the Mets continue to look for revenge in L.A.

The Good: Marlon Anderson does it again as he scores in the first on a David Wright single. The Dodgers would tie it in the second on a Nomar homer and the game would remain tied until the eigth. In the eighth, Jose Reyes would lead off with a double to left. Then, Marlon Anderson would reach first on Roberto Hernandez's throwing error which allowed Reyes to score. On the very next pitch, Carlos Beltran would homer to deep right and the Mets woud hold the lead. Billy Wagner would record his 21st save, which preserved Oliver Perez's ninth win of the season.

The Bad: Jose Valentin out six weeks with a broken right shin.

Overall: Two down, two to go.

Notes: Anderson Hernandez was recalled from AAA to take over Valentin's spot. David Wright stole his 21st base and Anderson stole his second.

2 Cents: Who knew all the Mets need was Marlon Anderson? Perez and the bullpen was great. I guess we can now find out what Gotay is all about.

Final Score: Mets 4, Dodgers 1. Record: 54-42.