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Thornton’s First Rough Start Highlights Mets’ 6-2 Loss to Marlins

The difficult outing could indicate a rookie learning curve that will shape Mets decisions as they enter a trade-deadline sellers’ period.

An image collage containing 2 images, Image 1 shows New York Mets pitcher Zac Thornton (49) pitches, Image 2 shows New York Mets pitcher Zac Thornton (49) walks off the field after giving up a 2-run home run to Miami Marlins third baseman Javier Sanoja (8) during the second inning

Overview

  • The New York Mets fell 6-2 to the Miami Marlins at Citi Field on Saturday, a loss that left the club at 47-65 for the season.
  • Rookie left-hander Zac Thornton experienced his first major-league setback, allowing four runs (three earned) on six hits with three walks and two strikeouts in 4 2/3 innings before being removed after 94 pitches with his velocity down.
  • Early defensive miscues hurt the Mets, including a Francisco Lindor error that led to the first run and a Thornton throwing error in the second inning that compounded Miami’s momentum.
  • Marlins prospect Javier Sanoja hit a two-run homer in the second and starter Tyler Phillips recovered to earn the win as Miami added runs later on a Griffin Conine homer and other plays.
  • Tyrone Taylor provided New York’s only offense with a two-run homer that continued a hot streak that has raised his trade value for a Mets team widely viewed as sellers going into the deadline.