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Mets’ Rising Stars Drive Third Straight Victory

A clutch fifth-inning homer by Alvarez followed by Mauricio’s go-ahead steal validated the organization’s faith in its young core.

Mets' Francisco Lindor snapped his massive slump during Wednesday's win over the Angels.
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Overview

  • The Mets erased a two-run deficit in the fifth inning when Brett Baty delivered a two-out double that ignited the rally.
  • Francisco Alvarez tied the game with a two-run home run in the fifth, marking his second big swing in as many nights.
  • Ronny Mauricio recorded a hit, stole second base, and scored the go-ahead run on Brandon Nimmo’s single.
  • Starter Frankie Montas earned the win after allowing two runs over 5 2⁄3 innings, backed by 3 1⁄3 scoreless relief frames.
  • President of baseball operations David Stearns said he’s “pretty pleased” with the younger position players and credited their progress for the team’s recent surge.