Overview

• The New York Mets defeated the Milwaukee Brewers 8-4 in the first game of the NL Wild Card Series.
• J.D. Martinez came off the bench to deliver a key performance for the Mets.
• The Mets' victory was highlighted by a five-run fifth inning, breaking the game open.
• Luis Severino started for the Mets, while Freddy Peralta took the mound for the Brewers.
• The series continues with Game 2 on Wednesday, October 2, at 7:38 p.m. ET on ESPN.