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The Mets beat the Rangers 6-3 in the opening game of the penultimate series of the year. Sean Manaea allowed three runs (only two earned) in six innings while striking out nine batters.
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Christian Scott was placed on the injured list with left knee inflammation, ending his season early as well as creating room for Devin Williams to return to the roster from the injured list.
Justin Hagenman will most likely make Christian Scott’s next start on Friday against the Nationals.
Andy Green signed a three year contract to become the Mets manager.
The decision to make Green the permanent manager was not made lightly, from both Green and the Mets.
By keeping Andy Green, the Mets get some continuity in the form of one of the few things that went right this season.
Ahead of his first time facing the Mets since being traded, Brandon Nimmo was dealing with a 24-hour stomach bug.
Around the National League East
Phillies starter Zack Wheeler notched his 2,000th strikeout against the Brewers last night.
Ronald Acuña Jr. exited last nights game with a shin contusion after fouling a ball off his leg.
The Nationals beat the Tigers 3-1, thanks in small part to a two home run performance by CJ Abrams.
The Phillies scored three runs in the bottom of the eighth to hold off the Brewers in a 6-4 win. Zack Wheeler struck out eleven batters in 5.2 innings.
The Braves were shutout by the Reds 4-0. JR Ritchie took the loss even though he allowed just one run in five innings while striking out eight batters.
The Marlins beat the Cubs 8-2 after a twelve inning marathon. Kyle Stowers and Joe Mack each drove in a pair of runs.
Around Major League Baseball
Aaron Judge has a “moderate grade” calf strain and is not expected to be available for the Wild Card round.
Despite losing Judge for at least their first playoff series, all is not lost for the Yankees.
The Red Sox gave Chad Tracy a three year deal to officially become their manager, alongside extending Craig breslow’s contract.
Justin Verlander will make the final start of his career on Saturday in Detroit, a full-circle moment for the future Hall-of-Famer.
Even the teams outside of the playoff picture can find a silver lining in the 2026 season.
Former Met Tomás Nido joined the Red Sox taxi squad.
The Rays officially clinched the American League East title witha a win over the Yankees.
Despite losing to the Phillies, the Brewers have clinched a bye and home-field advantage in the playoffs thanks to the Braves loss to the Reds.
Yesterday at Amazin’ Avenue
Steve Sypa published another edition of Mets Minor League Players of the Week.
This Date in Mets History
The 1969 Mets brought themselves within a single game of clinching the National League East.
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