Mets 14 Rangers 2 (Globe Life Field • Arlington, TX)
Mets Record: 34-37
Mets Streak: W6
Mets Last 10: 8-2
WP: David Peterson (3-0) LP: Jon Gray (2-3)
Seat On The Korner: Francisco Lindor
We select the star of the game and virtually invite him to a Seat on the Korner, just as Ralph Kiner used to do for his studio postgame show on WOR-channel 9 broadcasts in the early decades of the Mets.
Today's Seat On The Korner goes to Francisco Lindor. Lindor had an exceptional performance, going 4-for-4 at the plate, showcasing his consistency and skill. Over the last 26 games, he has maintained an impressive .330 batting average (35-for-106), contributing significantly to his team's success. His recent stats include 20 runs, ten doubles, five home runs, 14 RBIs, nine walks, and five steals, underscoring his all-around prowess and making him a standout player in the league. Lindor's stellar play continues to be a driving force for his team since being moved to the leadoff spot and calling a season-shifting team meeting.
Need To Know:
The Mets played at Globe Life Field for the first time in franchise history.
The Mets are now 14-9 lifetime against the Rangers. 8-6 in New York and 6-3 in Texas.
The Mets are 4-9 in Interleague Play this year.
Last year introduced the new schedule format which had New York playing a total of 46 Interleague games in 2023, more than double their previous high for a single season (20)...The Mets went 19-27 against the American League...Overall, New York owns a 258-263 record in Interleague play.
The Mets have won six straight games, seven of their last eight and ten of their last 12 games and 12 of their past 16 games.
Over the last six games, J.D. Martinez is batting .454 (10-22) with four runs, three doubles, three home runs, nine RBI, five walks. He has safely reached base in 21 straight games.
David Peterson made his second start against the Rangers... His first time was July 1, 2022 at Citi Field, when he allowed three runs on five hits and struck out 10 over 6.0 innings of work in a 4-3 victory.
Jon Gray has gone 1-4 with a 9.00 ERA (37 ER/37.0 IP) in 7 career games/starts against the New York Mets, including a quality start on 8/28/23 at Citi Field as part of a Rangers 4-3 win in Flushing (ND, 6.0 IP, 4 H, 3 R-ER, 2 HR, 1 BB, 9 SO, 89 pitches/65 strikes).had not faced the Metropolitans in a home game since 5/13/16 while pitching for COL (W, 7.0 IP, 2 ER).
The Mets had 5 players with 3 or more hits in tonights game.
The Mets recorded 20 or more hits in a game for the first time since 2019.
Rangers catcher Andrew Knizner came into the game in relief in the top of the eighth and recorded 4 outs without giving up a run.
Adam Ottavino and Drew Smith threw three scoreless innings in relief of Peterson.
Prior to the game J.D. Martinez was named National League Player of the week.
Turning Point
The turning point came early in this one as the Mets jumped on Rangers starter Jon Gray. After scoring one run in the first inning, the Mets matched their biggest one-inning run production with six runs in the second, giving the Mets a commanding 7-0 lead. The big blow was DJ Stewart’s three-run home run. Mark Vientos started the rally with a sharp single to left field. Jeff McNeil followed with a single, moving Vientos to second. Francisco Lindor then singled on a sharp ground ball, deflected by the shortstop, driving in Vientos and advancing McNeil to third. Brandon Nimmo continued the onslaught with an RBI single, scoring McNeil and moving Lindor to second. After a mound visit, J.D. Martinez flew out to deep center, allowing Lindor to advance to third and Nimmo to second. Pete Alonso then singled on a ground ball, driving in Lindor. The inning's highlight came when DJ Stewart hit a three-run home run, scoring Nimmo and Alonso. The inning concluded with Tyrone Taylor flying out to right fielder Adolis García, but not before the damage was done.
Three Keys:
Finding Nimmo
Brandon Nimmo had an outstanding night, going 3-for-4 at the plate and delivering a stellar performance for his team. Highlighting his night was his eighth home run of the season, a powerful two run shot that contributed significantly to the scoreboard. Nimmo also drove in four RBIs, showcasing his ability to come through in clutch situations. This performance extends his hot streak, as he now has multiple hits in four consecutive games, demonstrating his consistent offensive prowess and making him a crucial player in the lineup.
Polar Bear Coming Out of Hibernation .
Pete Alonso, the powerhouse first baseman for the New York Mets, is on a remarkable hot streak. Fresh off an impressive performance where he went 2-for-5 with a home run, five RBIs, and a run scored, Alonso continued his offensive tear. He followed it up with a stellar 3-for-4 day, driving in two more runs and scoring once. This latest multi-hit game marks his 23rd of the season, showcasing his consistent ability to deliver at the plate. Alonso's back-to-back standout performances underscore his critical role in the Mets' lineup, providing the team with much-needed offensive firepower..
Peterson Keeping Starters on a Roll.
David Peterson delivered an impressive performance in his latest outing, pitching six strong innings and allowing just four hits and two earned runs. He issued three walks and struck out six batters, effectively keeping the opposing lineup in check. This stellar effort earned Peterson his third win of the season, maintaining his undefeated record at 3-0. He became the first Mets starter to win 3 straight games this season. By the end of the night, he had lowered his ERA from 4.32 to 3.97. Notably, this game marked the fourth consecutive victory for a Mets starting pitcher, underscoring the rotation's recent dominance.
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