What is the New York Mets record in 2026?

The New York Mets are 72-85, 5th in the NL East.

Who is pitching for the Mets today?

Nolan McLean (11-10, 3.18 ERA) vs TBD (TBD). First pitch at 08:05 PM EDT.

What channel is the Mets game on today?

Today's game airs on SNY, Rangers Sports Network, presented by Progressive. First pitch at 08:05 PM EDT.

New York Mets News & Updates

September 23, 2026

The New York Mets were 72-85, 5th in the NL East. Yesterday, the New York Mets bested the Texas Rangers 6-3 at Globe Life Field.

Mets Daily Vibe Check

56°

▲16

Lukewarm

last night's win

Balanced, and not in the fun way. Won by 3 last night and the score reflects it. Tempering that, winning just 3 of 7 this week pulls the temperature down.

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Mets Game on September 23

Opponent:	Texas Rangers (78-79)
Location:	Globe Life Field
First Pitch:	08:05 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Nolan McLean (11-10, 3.18 ERA) vs TBD (TBD)
TV Broadcast:	SNY, Rangers Sports Network, presented by Progressive

Mets Score & Recap

Yesterday, the New York Mets bested the Texas Rangers 6-3 at Globe Life Field.

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

Highlights

Francisco Alvarez went 2-5 with 2 RBI.

Mets Record & Standings

NL East

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Braves	92	65	.586		L1
Phillies	87	70	.554	5.0	W2
Marlins	77	80	.490	15.0	W1
Nationals	74	84	.468	18.5	W1
Mets	72	85	.459	20.0	W1

New York Mets are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a -3 run differential.

Mets Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
22 Juan Soto	26	.275	.907	66
19 Bo Bichette	17	.263	.704	76
3 Carson Benge	19	.277	.764	62

Pitching Leaders

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP
26 Nolan McLean	11-10	3.18	1.19	172.2
44 Austin Warren	2-3	4.13	1.38	48.0
49 Zac Thornton	5-5	3.40	1.15	79.1

Hot Hitters

Player	Streak
9 A.J. Ewing	4 hits, .4 AVG in last 3 games
7 Brett Baty	4 hits, 2 RBI, .667 AVG in last 3 games
3 Carson Benge	6 hits, 1 HR, 3 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games
4 Francisco Alvarez	6 hits, 1 HR, 5 RBI, .462 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

Pitcher	Streak
84 Jefry Yan	5.1 scoreless IP, 7 K in 3 recent games
21 Jonah Tong	6.0 IP, 6 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start
52 Cionel Pérez	3.2 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games

Mets News

The New York Mets snapped their rough stretch with a 6-3 victory over the Texas Rangers, powered by strong performances from Francisco Alvarez and Carson Benge, who took advantage of Texas' shaky defense. Despite being out of playoff contention, the Mets showed resilience, with Sean Manaea and the bullpen effectively silencing a potent Rangers lineup. The news got even better as interim manager Andy Green was signed to a three-year extension, solidifying his position as the team looks to build for the future. However, the shadows loom as right-hander Christian Scott was placed on the injured list due to knee inflammation, ending his season. With a record of 71-85 and the season winding down, the Mets are hoping to finish strong against a division rival.

Sources

Amazin' Avenue

Mets get win against Rangers thanks to runs from Alvarez, Benge

The Mets won the first game in Texas this evening, 6-3, against the Rangers and old friend Brandon Nimmo. The offense took advantage of subpar defense by the Rangers, and Manaea and the bullpen kept the Rangers’ offense largely quiet. Jake Burger of the Rangers was the first baserunner of the game in the bottom […]

Amazin' Avenue

Mets at Rangers: Lineups, broadcast info, and open thread, 9/22/26

Mets lineup Francisco Lindor – SSJuan Soto – LFBo Bichette – 3BMark Vientos – 1BCarson Benge – RFMarcus Semien – 2BFrancisco Alvarez – DHA.J. Ewing – CFLuis Torrens – C SP: Sean Manaea – LHP Rangers lineup Wyatt Langford – LFCorey Seager – SSJosh Jung – 3BJake Burger – 1BBrandon Nimmo – RFEzequiel Duran – […]

Mlbtraderumors

Mets Sign Manager Andy Green To Three-Year Extension

The Mets announced that interim manager Andy Green will stick around as full-time manager and has been signed to a three-year deal. “Over the course of the season, it became evident that the next manager of the New York Mets was already in place,” said president of baseball operations David Stearns in the press release. […]

Metsmerizedonline

Benge, Alvarez Power Mets to 6-3 Win Over Rangers

The Mets headed west to Texas this week for a three-game series against the Texas Rangers that began on Tuesday. While the Mets have been eliminated from playoff contention, the Rangers led the AL West at the start of play and control their own destiny for the division title. For the Mets, though no longer […] The post Benge, Alvarez Power Mets to 6-3 Win Over Rangers appeared first on Metsmerized.

Metsmerizedonline

Game Chat: Mets vs Rangers, 8:05 PM

Tuesday, September 22, 2026 • 8:05 PM Globe Life Field • Arlington, TX LHP Sean Manaea (5-7, 4.74) vs. LHP MacKenzie Gore (8-11, 4.67) SNY The Mets leave a soggy New York for the last week of the baseball season. First up, a series in Arlington, Texas. The American League in 2026 is weird. When […] The post Game Chat: Mets vs Rangers, 8:05 PM appeared first on Metsmerized.

MLB.com

Scott's season over with knee inflammation; Williams returns

ARLINGTON -- Christian Scott’s season officially came to a close on Tuesday, but not before the right-hander created a foundation for future growth -- likely as a long-term member of the Mets’ rotation. The Mets placed Scott on the 15-day injured list due to left knee inflammation. Though it’s not

Mets Upcoming Schedule

The New York Mets visit the Washington Nationals for a 3-game series starting Friday.

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