Mets Snap Losing Streak in Rain‑Hit Victory
The New York Mets finally broke a seven‑game skid on Saturday, downing the Philadelphia Phillies 6‑2 in a rain‑soaked showdown at Citi Field.
Francisco Lindor sparked the rally with a two‑run triple in the sixth that knotted the contest, while Juan Soto followed with an RBI triple in the seventh that pushed the lead to four.
The Mets’ core hitters — Soto, Bo Bichette and Lindor — combined for a 4‑for‑9 effort and drew two walks, underscoring a collective surge that carried the team through the late innings.
Veteran slugger Bryce Harper answered with a two‑run homer, his 43rd career blast against New York, but the Phillies could not capitalize as the Mets held firm.
Interim manager Andy Green celebrated his first win at the helm, a milestone that added a layer of optimism to a clubhouse eager to turn the page.
The game was paused for 70 minutes due to a sudden downpour, a delay that tested both teams’ composure before play resumed and the Mets sealed the victory.
Looking ahead, Philadelphia’s left‑hander Jesús Luzardo is slated to start Sunday’s series finale, setting up a potential showdown with Mets opener Cionel Pérez.