What is the New York Mets record in 2026?

The New York Mets are 61-76, 5th in the NL East.

Who is pitching for the Mets today?

Robert Stock (0-3, 7.40 ERA) vs Ian Seymour (9-5, 4.21 ERA). First pitch at 06:40 PM EDT.

What channel is the Mets game on today?

Today's game airs on SNY, Rays.TV. First pitch at 06:40 PM EDT.

New York Mets News & Updates

August 31, 2026

The New York Mets were 61-76, 5th in the NL East. Yesterday, the New York Mets were beaten by the Houston Astros 3-6 at Citi Field.

Mets Daily Vibe Check

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a rough stretch

A rough patch, by the numbers. 2 wins in 7 games. The math speaks for itself. Also weighing on the score: the 3-run loss last night is the heaviest factor today.

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Mets Game on August 31

Opponent:	Tampa Bay Rays (82-54)
Location:	Tropicana Field
First Pitch:	06:40 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Robert Stock (0-3, 7.40 ERA) vs Ian Seymour (9-5, 4.21 ERA)
TV Broadcast:	SNY, Rays.TV
Forecast:	🌤️ Mostly sunny, 75°F, Wind 4 mph

Mets Score & Recap

Yesterday, the New York Mets were beaten by the Houston Astros 3-6 at Citi Field.

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	R	H	E
	1	1	0	0	0	2	2	0	0	6	10	1
	2	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	0	3	5	1

Highlights

Francisco Lindor went 1-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Juan Soto went 1-3 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.

Mets Record & Standings

NL East

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Braves	82	55	.599		W7
Phillies	77	60	.562	5.0	W4
Marlins	69	68	.504	13.0	W1
Nationals	65	74	.468	18.0	L1
Mets	61	76	.445	21.0	L1

New York Mets are 2-5 in their last 7 games, with a -14 run differential.

Mets Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
22 Juan Soto	22	.283	.950	54
19 Bo Bichette	14	.263	.700	66
3 Carson Benge	16	.277	.758	54

Pitching Leaders

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP
26 Nolan McLean	10-8	3.06	1.12	155.2
45 Christian Scott	4-4	3.80	1.31	94.2
49 Zac Thornton	3-4	2.93	1.16	61.1

Hot Hitters

Player	Streak
10 Marcus Semien	4 hits, .444 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

Pitcher	Streak
26 Nolan McLean	6.0 IP, 6 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start
94 Nate Lavender	3.3000000000000003 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games

Mets News

The New York Mets faced a disappointing 6-3 defeat against the Houston Astros, squandering opportunities and ultimately dropping the series. Despite strong performances from Francisco Lindor and the newly activated Juan Soto, who returned from injury, the Mets’ bullpen faltered, allowing three runs in the latter innings after a solid start from Zac Thornton, who held a 2.88 ERA this season. With this loss, the Mets fall to 61-75, reflecting a frustrating August where their pitching had shown promise but failed to deliver in crucial moments. As the Mets head into the final stretch of the season, the inconsistency of their bullpen casts a shadow over any fleeting momentum they might have hoped to build.

Sources

Amazin' Avenue

Mets lose to Astros despite strong start from Lindor and Soto

The Mets struggled in multiple facets again in their loss to the Astros 6-3. Despite a decent outing from Zac Thornton, the Mets’ bullpen could not hang on to the fragile lead they were given, and the offense had no response. On his third pitch in the first inning, Thornton gave up a lead-off home […]

Amazin' Avenue

Mets vs Astros: Lineups, broadcast info, and open thread, 8/30/26

Mets lineup Francisco Lindor – SSJuan Soto – DHBo Bichette – 3BCarson Benge – RFJared Young – 1BLuis Robert – LFA.J. Ewing – CFMarcus Semien – 2BLuis Torrens – C SP: Zac Thornton – LHP Astros lineup Jeremy Pena – SSYordan Alvarez – LFIsaac Paredes – DHJose Altuve – 2BDaulton Varsho – CFChristian Walker – […]

Metsmerizedonline

Mets Drop Series To Astros In 6-3 Finale Loss

The New York Mets were hunting for a series victory entering Sunday’s series finale against the Houston Astros at Citi Field. Despite taking the lead at a couple different points in the game, the New York bullpen surrendered three runs in two innings spelling a 6-3 defeat. With the loss, the Mets drop back to […] The post Mets Drop Series To Astros In 6-3 Finale Loss appeared first on Metsmerized.

Metsmerizedonline

Game Thread: Astros vs. Mets, 3:10 P.M.

Sunday, August 30, 2026 • 3:10 PM Citi Field • Flushing, NY RHP Ethan Pecko (0-0, 7.88) vs. LHP Zac Thornton (3-4, 2.88) NBC/Peacock Saturday afternoon the New York Mets and Juan Soto surprised everyone. Soto was activated off the injured list four hours before the start of Saturday’s game. Following, Nolan McLean though stole […] The post Game Thread: Astros vs. Mets, 3:10 P.M. appeared first on Metsmerized.

MLB.com

Mets' bullpen has rare August hiccup after Thornton's solid start

NEW YORK -- Ever since the Trade Deadline came and went, the Mets’ revised bullpen showed it could be tough against hitters. Entering Sunday’s action, New York’s relievers had combined for a 2.89 ERA since Aug. 4, which ranked fifth-best in the Major Leagues. But in the series finale against

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Mets Upcoming Schedule

The New York Mets host the San Francisco Giants for a 3-game series starting Friday.

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