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The Mets were able to extend their winning streak over the Phillies at Citi Field to nine games tonight with a 6-5 win. It was a back and forth affair, with the Phillies going ahead by two runs in the top of the fifth, only to give up five runs to the Mets in the bottom of the fifth. The Phillies clawed back to even in the eighth inning, but a Brandon Nimmo walk-off RBI single in the bottom of the ninth secured the victory for New York. Pete Alonso had a big night, getting four hits in five at-bats,
driving in two runs with a double. Including his walk-off Nimmo had two RBI, and Juan Soto and Mark Vientos each had one. Sean Manaea gave up two runs on six hits in 4.2 innings, tallying eight strikeouts. Ryan Helsley had another rough outing, giving up two runs on a home run in just 0.1 innings of work, and Edwin Díaz got the win with 1.2 scoreless innings with four strikeouts.
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ESPN has ranked the Mets farm system as the best in baseball.
A new episode of On the Road is out, focusing on the jersey customization process for each Mets player.
The Mets 2026 schedule has been announced.
Francisco Lindor hosted a back-to-school backpack giveaway at a shool in Flushing, giving out a backpack to each student.
David Stearns spoke at length about the Mets inconsistency this season with the New York Post.
Francisco Alvarez is feeling confident about his thumb and his ability to contribute to the Mets down the stretch.
The Mets had their team photo day and allowed fans to have a look at the day.
Anthony DiComo’s latest newsletter discussed the chance for another big Mets prospect promotion soon.
And just hours later, Will Sammon reported that top Mets pitching prospect Jonah Tong was being promoted to the major leagues.
Tong will be making his debut on Friday against the Marlins, as confirmed by Carlos Mendoza.
Stearns spoke to reporters about how having Tong is part of the Mets going into September with the best roster possible.
Sam Dykstra wrote about what people can expect from Tong in the major leagues.
Laura Albanese discussed the journey this year for Jonah Tong.
David Lennon wrote about what caused the Mets to call up Tong, and the hopes for him moving forward.
Around the National League East
The Phillies released Joe Ross today, after he pitched in yesterdays loss against the Mets.
The Phillies announced that reliever Jordan Romano was going on the injured list with right middle finger inflammation.
The Braves beat up on the Marlins in a blowout 11-2 victory. Ozzie Albies had three hits in five at-bats with four RBI, and Hurston Waldrep gave up just one run in 5.1 innings.
The Nationals were bested by the Yankees once again in a 5-1 loss. MacKenzie Gore gave up three runs on three hits and two walks in five innings, and CJ Abrams was responsible for Washington’s only RBI.
Around Major League Baseball
Kiley McDaniel at ESPN put out a new ranking of the 30 farm systems in baseball.
the Guardians placed first baseman Carlos Santana on outright waivers today.
Nathan Eovaldi is likely done for the season after suffering from a right rotator cuff strain.
Yesterday at Amazin’ Avenue
A Pod of Their Own returned with another episode.
Allison McCague delivered this weeks pitchers player meter.
Steve Sypa was back with yet another group of Mets Minor League Players of the Week.
This Date in Mets History
Benny Ayala was the first Met to hit a home run in his first plate appearance of his career in 1974.
