Mets Suffer Crushing 11-9 Loss to Mariners Amid Season Collapse
URGENT UPDATE: The New York Mets’ struggles hit a new low as they suffered an 11-9 loss to the Seattle Mariners at Citi Field last night, marking their 14th loss in 16 games. With this defeat, the Mets now find themselves six games behind the first-place Philadelphia Phillies in the National League East and just a half-game ahead of the Cincinnati Reds for the final NL wild card spot.
Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor expressed the team’s frustration, stating, “It’s part of the mountain… if we don’t get ourselves together, the mountain is going to be tough to climb.” The urgency is palpable, with only 40 games remaining in the season.
The team boasted the best record in baseball through June 12, sitting at 45-24. However, since then, they have plummeted to a dismal 19-34, ranking among the worst in the majors. Their current performance starkly contrasts with last year’s surprising run to the NL Championship Series.
Last night’s game saw the Mets take a 6-4 lead into the sixth inning, but their bullpen faltered, allowing seven runs over the final three frames. Tyler Rogers, a recent acquisition, and Ryan Helsley failed to maintain the lead, compounding the team’s woes.
Manager Carlos Mendoza remarked on the perplexity of their situation, stating, “It’s hard to describe, especially with how much talent and elite arms we got back there.” The Mets have struggled to put together complete games, often falling victim to a lack of offensive production or defensive errors.
In a scathing reflection, Brooks Raley, a veteran pitcher, noted, “I haven’t seen anything like this… we scored nine against a team like that, you probably should win the game.” The Mets’ inability to close out games is becoming a critical issue as they face a rapidly closing window to salvage their season.
The Mets must regroup quickly. As Mendoza emphasized, “Bottom line, we gotta start playing better,” especially crucial as the Phillies pull ahead in the division. With the clock ticking, fans and analysts alike are eager to see if this talented team can turn around their fortunes before it’s too late.
Stay tuned for the latest developments as the Mets aim to regain their momentum in the coming games.
