Meet the Mets
The Mets lost their twelfth-straight game 5-3 to the Twins, despite a three-run home run from Francisco Lindor and a strong start by Nolan McLean.
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Plenty has been said about who or what may be at fault for the Mets’ losing ways, but the Mets offense has been the worst in the league during their eleven game skid.
It’s only April, but questions have already been being raised about whether or not the 2026
Mets can be salvaged.
Kodai Senga’s start will be pushed back, with Christian Scott being called up to start Thursday instead, and David Peterson will remain in the bullpen.
Juan Soto will be activated for today’s game, but his workload will be managed in his return.
Soto may have more than just the Mets record on his back in his return—he could be responsible for his manager’s job security as well.
The Mets are breaking new ground for early season disappointment, at least when it comes to hyper-specific records.
Around the National League East
MLB and the Phillies revealed the festivities for All-Star Week, which coincides with the celebration of America’s semiquincentennial.
The Braves made a bevy of moves, with pitcher Raisel Iglesias landing on the injured list and Sean Murphy and Spencer Strider having their rehab assignments moved.
Zack Wheeler will be making his much anticipated (and needed) return to the Phillies rotation on Saturday against the Braves.
The Marlins fell to the Cardinals 5-3, with Chris Paddack giving up all five runs in 4.2 innings, with eight hits and seven strikeouts.
The division leading Braves were smacked around in an 11-4 loss to the Nationals. Reynaldo López lasted just one inning, giving up four runs on five hits and three walks.
The Cubs continued their hot streak against National League East teams, beating the Phillies 7-4. Jesús Luzardo pitched well for the Phillies, giving up just one run in 4.2 innings.
Around Major League Baseball
Craig Counsell criticized the two-way hitter designation with regards to Shohei Ohtani, and Dave Roberts responded.
MLB has no plans to have the ABS call every ball or strike…yet.
Recently released Met Luis Garcia found a new home, signing with the Mets current opponent, the Minnesota Twins.
Yesterday at Amazin’ Avenue
It’s been about a month of minor league baseball, and as such Steve Sypa delivered the fourth 2026 group of Mets Minor League Players of the Week.
Linus Lawrence looked back on the worst losing streak in Mets history, which was unsurprisingly in 1962, losing 17 straight from late May to early June. We’re getting closer!
This Date in Mets History
56 years ago, Tom Seaver received his 1969 Cy Young Award plaque and proceeded to strike out 19 batters in a 2-1 win over the San Diego Padres.
