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Mets Reel After Pirates Sweep as Cohen and Mendoza Voice Frustration

Erasing a 5.5-game division lead with a three-game sweep, New York’s struggling Mets convened a players-only meeting to address their collapse.

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New York Mets pitcher David Peterson, left, collects himself after a visit from pitching coach Jeremy Hefner during the second inning of a baseball game against the Pittsburgh Pirates in Pittsburgh, Friday, June 27, 2025. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
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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.