Overview
- The Mets were outscored 30-4 in a three-game sweep by the last-place Pirates, contributing to a 3-13 record over their past 16 games.
- Key starters Kodai Senga, Tylor Megill, Griffin Canning and Max Kranick are sidelined while Sean Manaea’s rehab setback has left the rotation severely depleted.
- New York stands at 48-37, 1.5 games behind the Phillies for the NL East lead and just a half-game ahead of the Brewers for the top wild-card spot.
- Manager Carlos Mendoza publicly acknowledged the team’s frustrations and took responsibility after a players-only meeting held following a 9-2 loss to Pittsburgh.
- Fans have attacked the coaching staff’s handling of an offense batting just .217 with runners in scoring position, though front-office sources insist the staff remains secure.