Overview

• Paul Blackburn's back issues led to a last-minute pitching change, with Megill stepping in and excelling.
• The Mets took advantage of Blue Jays' eighth-inning mistakes to score the tying and go-ahead runs.
• Manager Carlos Mendoza praised his team for finding a way to win despite early struggles.
• With the win, the Mets moved one game ahead of the Braves in the National League Wild Card race.
• Francisco Lindor was named the Mets' nominee for the Roberto Clemente Award for his humanitarian efforts.