New York Mets News & Updates
The New York Mets were 60-72, 5th in the NL East. Yesterday, the New York Mets held off the Milwaukee Brewers 3-2 at Citi Field.
Perfectly average, for better or worse. Holding teams to 3.3 runs a game. That's the foundation right now. Plus, 4-3 lately. Steady, productive baseball.
Mets Game on August 26
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Citi Field |
| First Pitch: | 07:10 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Robert Stock (0-2, 5.40 ERA) vs Dustin May (6-8, 4.57 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SNY, Brewers.TV Presented by Potawatomi Sportsbook |
Mets Score & Recap
Yesterday, the New York Mets held off the Milwaukee Brewers 3-2 at Citi Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10+ | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 1 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 0 |
Highlights
- Carson Benge went 3-4.
- Francisco Lindor went 2-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
- Luis Robert Jr. went 2-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Mets Record & Standings
NL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Braves
|
|
77 | 55 | .583 | W2 | |
|
Phillies
|
|
73 | 60 | .549 | 4.5 | L2 |
|
Marlins
|
|
67 | 66 | .504 | 10.5 | L2 |
|
Nationals
|
|
62 | 72 | .463 | 16.0 | L1 |
|
Mets
|
|
60 | 72 | .455 | 17.0 | W1 |
New York Mets are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +3 run differential.
Mets Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | .265 | .704 | 66 | |
| 16 | .282 | .773 | 53 | |
| 14 | .211 | .618 | 43 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9-8 | 3.21 | 1.14 | 148.2 | |
| 4-3 | 3.73 | 1.32 | 89.1 | |
| 3-4 | 2.88 | 1.15 | 56.1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 8 hits, 1 HR, 2 RBI, .615 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 3 HR, 4 RBI, .455 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 11 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 6.0 IP, 6 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 4.1 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games |
Mets News
The New York Mets kicked off their series against the Milwaukee Brewers with a thrilling 3-2 extra-innings victory, showcasing the resilience and determination that has defined their recent play. Francisco Lindor, ever the catalyst, delivered crucial moments both defensively and offensively, ensuring the Mets could hold off a late Brewers charge after dropping two of three games to the White Sox in gut-wrenching walk-off fashion. Pitcher Zac Thornton continues to impress on the mound, improving his record to 4-4 with a solid 2.88 ERA, further solidifying his role as a reliable arm in the rotation. With a recent record of 12-6 since the trade deadline, the Mets are finding their rhythm just when they need it most, demonstrating that they have the potential to turn their season around. The atmosphere at Citi Field was electric, and as the team looks to build on this momentum, fans are rightfully feeling a surge of optimism.
Mets Upcoming Schedule
The New York Mets host the Houston Astros for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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