Category: New York Mets

Mets Win 7Th in a Row; Soto Homers in Possible Nats Swansong

WASHINGTON—Pete Alonso and Francisco Lindor homered, Max Scherzer defeated his former team, and the New York Mets beat the Washington Nationals 7–3 Monday night for their seventh consecutive victory on the eve of ace Jacob deGrom’s season debut. Washington slugger Juan Soto homered off Scherzer in what could be his final game with the Nationals….


Mets Edge Yankees 3–2 in 9th for 2-Game Subway Series Sweep

NEW YORK—Starling Marte singled home the winning run in the bottom of the ninth inning, and the New York Mets beat the crosstown Yankees 3–2 on Wednesday night for a two-game sweep of their Subway Series. Max Scherzer was marvelous on his 38th birthday, striking out Aaron Judge three times to help the Mets take…


Mets Top Yanks 6—3 in Subway Series Matchup of Leaders

NEW YORK—Eduardo Escobar crossed the plate and skipped joyfully back to the Mets dugout after his tie-breaking, two-run homer capped a four-run, first-inning rally—a drive a fan behind the left field fence caught one-handed with a leap. Most of Citi Field was dancing by the time Edwin Díaz struck out Gleyber Torres with two on,…


Nick Fortes’ Blast Gives Marlins 3–2 Win Over Mets

Rookie catcher Nick Fortes hit a 419-foot, walk-off home run in the ninth inning to give the host Miami Marlins to a 3–2 win over the New York Mets on Sunday afternoon. It was the first career game-ending hit for Fortes, who was playing in just his 27th major league game. Tanner Scott (3–2) pitched…


Dodgers’ 3 Homers and Anderson’s Shutout Takes Down Mets Again 6–1

Los Angeles Dodgers (35–17) starter Tyler Anderson remains undefeated with his seventh victory in six shutout innings against the New York Mets (35–19), at Dodger Stadium on Friday night 6–1. In the second of a four game series matchup of the National League’s top two teams, the Dodgers solidified their lead in the NL, with solid…


Dodgers’ Take Down Mets With 3 Homers, Anderson Pitches Shutout

Los Angeles Dodgers (35–17) starter Tyler Anderson remains undefeated with his seventh victory in six shutout innings against the New York Mets (35–19), at Dodger Stadium on Friday night, winning 6–1. In the second of a four-game series matchup of the National League’s top two teams, the Dodgers solidified their lead in the league, with solid…


Dodgers Pitcher Gonsolin Superb in First Shutout of League-Leading Mets 2–0

In a match-up between the top two teams in MLB, the Los Angeles Dodgers (34–17) shut out the New York Mets (35–18) at Dodger Stadium, 2-0, on Thursday night—ending New York’s six-game winning streak, and snapping the Dodgers’ three game losing streak. In his 10th start of the season, Dodgers pitcher Tony Gonsolin would finish with…


Mets Acting General Manager Zack Scott Arrested on DUI Charge

NEW YORK—New York Mets acting general manager Zack Scott was arrested on charges of driving while intoxicated, hours after attending a fundraiser at team owner Steve Cohen’s house. Scott was arrested on a DUI charge around 4:15 a.m. Tuesday in suburban White Plains, New York. Police found him asleep at the wheel of his SUV…


Dodgers Beat Mets 4–1, Gain on Giants With 7th Straight Win

LOS ANGELES—Trea Turner is just about done getting comfortable with his new team. Now, he’s ready to make some major contributions. Turner went 2 for 4 and drove in a run to lead the Los Angeles Dodgers past the New York Mets 4–1 on Thursday night for their seventh straight win. The All-Star shortstop debuted…


Alonso Bests Mancini, Ohtani for 2nd Straight HR Derby Title

DENVER—Pete Alonso’s words were as bold as his home runs. “I’m the best power hitter on the planet,” the New York Mets first baseman proclaimed after winning his second straight Home Run Derby. “Being able to showcase that and put on a fun display for the fans is truly a dream come true for me.”…