Mets Stifled by Dodgers' Pitching, Fall 2-0 at Citi Field

In a game that saw the New York Mets fall to the Los Angeles Dodgers with a final score of 2-0, both teams showcased their defensive skills at Citi Field. The Mets, now standing at a 22-31 record for the season, struggled to find their rhythm against the Dodgers' pitching. The visitors improved their season record to 34-22 with this victory.

The game was characterized by strong pitching from both sides. Gavin Stone, starting pitcher for the Dodgers, delivered an impressive performance on the mound with an earned run average (ERA) of 3.6 coming into this game. Stone's control and precision were evident as he managed to keep Mets hitters off base throughout his time on the field.

The Mets faced challenges in generating offense against Stone and the Dodgers' defense. Over two innings, they were unable to secure any hits or runs, reflecting in their overall batting average (AVG) of .000 for this matchup. Despite stepping up to bat three times and facing a total pitch count of 17 from Stone, Mets hitters could not capitalize on any opportunities presented.

Jose Quintana pitched for the Mets with an ERA of 5.127 before this game but couldn't contain the early momentum built by the Dodgers in both innings played so far. The home team's pitchers allowed four hits and two runs over two innings while striking out none and walking none - showcasing a WHIP (Walks plus Hits per Inning Pitched) of 2.0 which indicates struggles in keeping baserunners off.

Defensively, both teams performed without errors but it was clear that Los Angeles had gained an upper hand early on with scoring in each inning played thus far – one run in each inning due to strategic hitting including doubles and a home run contributing significantly towards their lead.

Looking ahead, fans can anticipate another encounter between these two teams as they continue their series at Citi Field tomorrow night scheduled for May 29th at 8:10 PM Eastern Time. This upcoming game promises another exciting matchup between these rivals as they battle it out once more on New York soil. Fans eager not to miss any action can catch live broadcasts on SNY network ensuring they stay updated with every pitch and play as it happens.