Mets Struggle on Road Trip

The New York Mets faced a challenging road trip in Seattle, culminating in a dismal performance against the Mariners. Over three days, the Mets were outscored 22-1, failing to score for 23 consecutive innings until Jeff McNeil hit a home run in the sixth inning of Sunday’s game. Shortstop Francisco Lindor acknowledged the team's struggles, emphasizing the need to reflect on their performance and improve, particularly when their offense is faltering. Starting pitcher Luis Severino continued to struggle, marking his third consecutive outing allowing at least four earned runs. In five innings, he gave up four runs on six hits, while striking out eight batters. Lindor noted a missed opportunity in the field that could have aided Severino, highlighting the team's overall lack of support during the game. The Mets' offensive woes were evident, as they failed to capitalize on scoring chances. The Mariners took control early, with Jorge Polanco hitting a home run to put the Mets behind 1-0. The situation worsened in the sixth inning when Ryne Stanek loaded the bases, leading to an RBI single from Rivas that extended the Mariners' lead to 5-1. Adam Ottavino's relief efforts did little to stem the tide, as a defensive error by McNeil allowed two more runs to score, followed by a three-run homer from Raleigh, pushing the Mets into a 10-1 deficit. Manager Mendoza reflected on the series, stating that the Mariners outperformed the Mets in every aspect of the game, from pitching to timely hitting and defensive plays. The Mets will need to regroup and address their shortcomings as they move forward in the season.