Jacob deGrom vs. Clayton Kershaw on Monday means there will be no easing into a series between one of the league's hottest teams and the best team the National League has to offer. A matchup between the visiting New York Mets and the Los Angeles Dodgers suddenly has major intrigue after the Mets' front office elected to spare the job of manager Mickey Callaway one week ago. Mets players have shown their appreciation by winning six of their last seven games.