Mets will try to solve Bumgarner in WC Game

NEW YORK — There is never reason to feel overconfident or comfortable entering any postseason matchup against Madison Bumgarner. Over the past few years, the Mets have repeatedly been reminded that October is not the only month when the Giants’ ace shines.

Bumgarner will attempt to extend his dominance against the Mets and push the Giants a step closer to the World Series when he opposes Noah Syndergaard in the National League Wild Card Game on Wednesday at Citi Field (ESPN, 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT).

“There will obviously be a lot more excitement and adrenaline running through the veins, but you just have to do your best to channel that in a positive light and just use it to your advantage,” Mets veteran outfielder Jay Bruce said. “You don’t let it get away from you, and just have a blast.”

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In other words, gladly welcome the challenge of a winner-advances matchup against Bumgarner, who has produced a 2.14 ERA over 88 1/3 career postseason innings. The Giants have won nine of his 12 postseason starts.

Bumgarner has been equally as impressive against the Mets, posting a 1.80 ERA in six regular-season starts. This equates to eight earned runs over 40 innings. Half of that run total came courtesy of a Justin Ruggiano …

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