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The Mets finally stopped the bleeding by winning their series finale against the Reds. Juan Soto and Eric Wagaman both hit home runs, Carson Benge drove in two runs, and Jonah Tong was solid as a long man on the mound in the much-needed victory.
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Jorge Polanco started a rehab assignment in Binghamton as he works his way back from an Achilles injury.
The Mets are certainly a very bad baseball team, but it seems apathy is setting
in for both fans and the team itself, which doesn’t bode well for turning this around.
Sean Manaea has pitched much better lately and could force his way back into the rotation if the other starters continue to struggle.
New York Knick Jose Alvarado attended the Mets game and hopefully brought some blue and orange luck with him.
Around the National League East
Bryce Elder struggled in the Braves’ 8-0 loss against the Red Sox.
The Marlins lost 2-1 to the Blue Jays to end a grueling stretch where they played 26 games in 27 days.
Philadelphia starter Cristopher Sánchez set a new franchise consecutive scoreless inning record in the Phillies’ 3-0 win over the Padres.
The Nationals lead the league in runs scored without any true superstars on their team, and their success could be attributed to their coaching staff.
Washington lost their final game against the Guardians by a score of 3-2 to finish up their road trip.
Around Major League Baseball
The MLBPA submitted their first proposal in collective bargaining negotiations, and it included higher minimum salaries and a payroll floor.
Chiefs star Travis Kelce purchased a minority stake in the Cleveland Guardians, his hometown team.
The Dodgers placed Enrique Hernández on the IL with an oblique tear, and he is expected to miss significant time.
Andrew McCutchen was designated for assignment by the Rangers after he hit just .192 with the team.
With the Tigers in free fall, will Detroit deal Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal before the trade deadline?
Yesterday at Amazin’ Avenue
On the latest episode of A Pod of Their Own, guest Bradford William Davis discussed his series on Major League Baseball’s handling of domestic violence allegations.
This Date in Mets History
On this date in 2006, Orlando Hernandez won in his debut with the Mets against the Marlins.
