New York Mets News & Updates
The New York Mets were 2-1, 2nd in the NL East. Yesterday, the New York Mets couldn’t hold off the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-4 at Citi Field.
Only 3 games in. Nothing is running away in either direction. The quality of contact tells the story: 0.292 xwOBA, just 21.4% hard-hit rate. The bright spot: outscoring teams by 5 over 7 games. The margins are real.
Mets Game on March 30
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Busch Stadium |
| First Pitch: | 07:45 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Clay Holmes (TBD) vs Kyle Leahy (TBD) |
| TV Broadcast: | SNY, Cardinals.TV |
| Forecast: | ☁️ Overcast, 49°F, Wind 8 mph |
Mets Score & Recap
Yesterday, the New York Mets couldn’t hold off the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-4 at Citi Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10+ | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 1 |
 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 1 |
Highlights
- Juan Soto went 2-5 with 2 RBI.
Mets Record & Standings
NL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Marlins
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3 | 0 | 1.000 | W3 | |
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Mets
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2 | 1 | .667 | 1.0 | L1 |
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Nationals
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2 | 1 | .667 | 1.0 | W1 |
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Braves
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2 | 1 | .667 | 1.0 | L1 |
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Phillies
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1 | 2 | .333 | 2.0 | L2 |
New York Mets are 2-1 in their last 7 games, with a +5 run differential.
Mets Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1.000 | 2.000 | 0 | |
| 1 | .455 | 1.298 | 5 | |
| 1 | .333 | 1.333 | 1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, 1 HR, 5 RBI, .455 AVG in last 3 games |
Mets News
In a rollercoaster opening series against the Pirates, the New York Mets faced a bitter end, falling 4-3 in ten innings after a thrilling walk-off victory just a day prior. Nolan McLean's first start was shaky, reflecting the unsettled vibes of a team still finding its footing. As they aimed for a sweep at Citi Field, the Mets couldn't muster enough offense to overcome Pittsburgh's late-game push, exposing the fragility of their early season momentum. Even though they’ve shown flashes of promise with players like Bo Bichette and Francisco Lindor embracing the spotlight, the real concern is consistency. With the season still in its infancy, the Mets must find a way to convert leads into wins and avoid falling into a pattern of late-game collapses that could haunt them as April progresses.
Mets Upcoming Schedule
The New York Mets visit the San Francisco Giants for a 4-game series starting Thursday.
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