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The Mets began a three-game series with the Los Angeles Dodgers at Citi Field last night, and unsurprisingly the best team in baseball defeated one of the worst teams in baseball. Sean Manaea pitched six solid one-run innings, but Brooks Raley and A.J. Minter combined to give up three runs over the next two innings, and solo homers were all the Mets’ bats could muster.
Choose your recap: Amazin’ Avenue, NY Post, North Jersey
In addition to the loss, Juan Soto exited yesterday’s game early due to calf
soreness and will now undergo an MRI.
Prior to yesterday’s game, David Stearns spoke about the organization’s approach as they near a crucial trade deadline.
Of all the Mets’ trade chips, Luke Weaver is the one who might net them the biggest return at the deadline.
Clay Holmes acknowledged his unique circumstances as the final stages of his rehab assignment coincide with the pending trade deadline.
To the surprise of absolutely no one, Kyle Tucker is not second-guessing his decision to spurn the Mets in favor of the Dodgers this past offseason.
Zack Wheeler offered some thoughts on the struggles of his former team.
Soto may not win MVP this year, but perhaps an Oscar is in his future.
Around the National League East
A three-run homer from Matt Olson in the tenth inning propelled the Braves to a 7-6 victory over the Orioles.
The Phillies had no answer for Cam Schlittler, and a solo homer from Paul Goldschmidt was enough to doom Philadelphia to a 1-0 loss against the Yankees.
The Nationals are treating their series against the Diamondbacks like a postseason series, and they are now down 0-1 in that postseason series after suffering a 3-2 defeat last night.
The Marlins’ losing streak has now reached ten games after a 4-2 loss to the Padres as the Fish continue to sink out of playoff contention.
After being placed on the injured list earlier this week, the Marlins have shut Max Meyer down from throwing for at least two weeks.
Around Major League Baseball
Shohei Ohtani will attempt another bullpen session today, but the Dodgers insist they will not rush their star back to the mound.
Joey Votto discussed the nerves he is feeling as he prepares for his new role as a commentator.
Luis Arráez is one of the interesting names available at the deadline, and there are numerous potential suitors for him.
Freddy Peralta is one of many trade candidates who teams are hoping will be better than their 2026 stats thus far.
It’s Hall of Fame induction weekend, so it’s a good time to read up on this year’s class.
Yesterday at Amazin’ Avenue
Chris McShane previewed the weekend series against the mighty Dodgers.
This Date in Mets History
Bob Murphy had a damn memorable call on the radio on this date in 1990.
