Mets Blow Another Late Lead in Key Game: ‘We’ve Got an Uphill Battle’
Missed Opportunities Continue to Haunt Mets in 6-5 Loss to Padres
New York Squanders Late Lead for Fourth Time in Last Six Games
The New York Mets suffered another disappointing loss on Wednesday night, blowing a late lead in a 6-5 defeat to the San Diego Padres. The Mets' bullpen has struggled mightily in recent games, and it was once again a major factor in the loss.
The Mets took a 5-2 lead into the eighth inning, but the Padres rallied for four runs to take the lead. The Padres' rally was aided by a two-run double by Manny Machado and a two-run home run by Brandon Drury.
The Mets had a chance to tie the game in the ninth inning, but Francisco Lindor grounded out with runners on first and second.
- The Mets have now blown four late leads in their last six games.
- The Mets' bullpen has a 6.00 ERA in their last six games.
- The Mets are now 2.5 games behind the Atlanta Braves in the NL East.
The Mets' loss was a major setback in their pursuit of the NL East title. The Braves have now won five straight games and are starting to pull away in the division.
"We've got an uphill battle," Mets manager Buck Showalter said after the game. "We've got to find a way to win some games."
The Mets will try to salvage the series finale against the Padres on Thursday afternoon. Taijuan Walker will start for the Mets, while Nick Martinez will start for the Padres.
Source: The Athletic
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