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The New York Mets were 22-32, 5th in the NL East. Yesterday, the New York Mets came up short against the Cincinnati Reds 2-7 at Citi Field.

Mets Daily Vibe Check
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a rough stretch

Hard to find a bright spot in the data. Going 1-6 lately. That drags everything down. On top of that, last night's 5-run loss is fresh and it shows.

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Mets Game on May 26

Opponent:Cincinnati Reds (28-25)
Location:Citi Field
First Pitch:07:10 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:TBD (TBD) vs Chase Burns (6-1, 1.83 ERA)
TV Broadcast:SNY, Reds.TV
Forecast:☀️ Clear sky, 66°F, Wind 3 mph

Mets Score & Recap

Yesterday, the New York Mets came up short against the Cincinnati Reds 2-7 at Citi Field.

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Highlights

Mets Record & Standings

NL East

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
Braves
3618.667 L2
Nationals
2827.5098.5 W3
Phillies
2727.5009.0 W1
Marlins
2629.47310.5 W4
Mets
2232.40714.0 L4

New York Mets are 1-6 in their last 7 games, with a -19 run differential.

Mets Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
22
Juan Soto
 10.294.94921
27
Mark Vientos
 6.232.66023
19
Bo Bichette
 5.227.59727

Pitching Leaders

PitcherW-LERAWHIPIP
43
Huascar Brazobán
 3-11.730.9226.0
45
Christian Scott
 0-03.201.3825.1
51
Freddy Peralta
 3-43.521.2761.1

Hot Pitchers

PitcherStreak
30
Luke Weaver
 3.0 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games

Mets News

The New York Mets' struggles continued today as they fell 7-2 to the Cincinnati Reds, marking their second consecutive loss and pushing their record to a dismal 22-32. Despite racking up nine hits, the team went 0-for-6 with runners in scoring position, a glaring reminder that a lack of execution is killing their chances. Nolan McLean, who was already trying to shake off a rough outing against the Nationals, delivered another disappointing performance, lasting just 3 2/3 innings. To add to the woes, outfielder Tyrone Taylor exited the game with a hip injury, further complicating an already thin roster. As the Mets tumble deeper into the abyss, the fans are left wondering if this season can be salvaged.

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Reds 7, Mets 2: The Knicks are one win away from the Finals
Amazin' Avenue
Reds 7, Mets 2: The Knicks are one win away from the Finals
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 Tyrone Taylor leaves Mets’ game early with hip injury
Amazin' Avenue
Tyrone Taylor leaves Mets’ game early with hip injury
Mets outfielder Tyrone Taylor left the team’s game in the bottom of the sixth inning this afternoon with what the team described as a hip injury. It had looked like something was off earlier in the game, but he was very clearly unable to run all the way to first base on a ground ball […]
 Craig Kimbrel Elects Free Agency
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Craig Kimbrel Elects Free Agency
Craig Kimbrel has elected free agency, according to his transaction log on MLB.com. The Mets designated the right-hander for assignment last week, and he passed through outright waivers unclaimed. The nine-time All-Star is now free to look to continue his career elsewhere. Kimbrel will turn 38 later this week, and he no longer has the […]
 Mets’ Downward Spiral Continues With Loss to Cincinnati
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Mets’ Downward Spiral Continues With Loss to Cincinnati
The Mets (22-32) lost, 7-2, to the Reds (29-25) on Monday afternoon at Citi Field in the first of a three-game series. The team had nine hits but could not capitalize, going 0-for-6 with runners in scoring position, leaving eight on base. After another disappointing performance, New York falls to 10 games under .500. The […] The post Mets’ Downward Spiral Continues With Loss to Cincinnati appeared first on Metsmerized Online.
 Game Chat: Reds vs Mets, 4:10 PM
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Game Chat: Reds vs Mets, 4:10 PM
Monday, May 25, 2026 • 4:10 PM Citi Field • Flushing, NY LHP Nick Lodolo (0-1, 7.20) vs. RHP Nolan McLean (2-3, 3.57) SNY The Mets are coming off a terrible road trip after a sweep in Miami and hope to turn things around back home. In the last four games, the Mets have scored […] The post Game Chat: Reds vs Mets, 4:10 PM appeared first on Metsmerized Online.
 After another start unravels, McLean working on finding answers
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After another start unravels, McLean working on finding answers
NEW YORK -- Right-hander Nolan McLean was looking to rebound late Monday afternoon from the worst start of his career, when he allowed nine runs (six earned) in a loss to the Nationals on May 19. McLean wasn’t any better against the Reds, throwing 3 2/3 innings in a 7-2

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The New York Mets host the Miami Marlins for a 3-game series starting Friday.

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