Mets Edge Nationals in Extra Innings: A 2-1 Victory at Citi Field

In a closely contested matchup at Citi Field, the New York Mets secured a narrow victory over the Washington Nationals, ending with a final score of 2-1 after ten innings. This win brings the Mets' season record to an impressive 82-68, while the Nationals fall to 68-82. The game was marked by strong pitching performances on both sides and timely hitting from the Mets.

Key Performances

The Mets' offense managed to gather six hits throughout the game, with crucial runs scored in the eighth and tenth innings. Starling Marte and Jose Iglesias were standout contributors for the team. Marte showcased his value with a batting average of .500 for this game, driving in one of the Mets' two runs. Iglesias matched Marte's batting average and RBI total, proving instrumental in securing this tight win.

On the mound, Sean Manaea delivered an exceptional start for the Mets, pitching seven innings with an ERA of 1.286 for this outing. His performance set up Edwin Díaz and Reed Garrett from the bullpen to close out the game effectively; Garrett earned himself a win thanks to his flawless inning where he maintained an ERA of 0.0.

Nationals Struggle Offensively

The Washington Nationals struggled to find their rhythm offensively against a stout Mets pitching staff that limited them to just five hits across ten innings. Their lone run came in during fourth inning but wasn't enough as their hitters faced difficulty generating additional scoring opportunities against Manaea and company.

Looking Ahead

Fans can look forward to more action as Citi Field will host another exciting encounter between these two teams tomorrow night at 7:10 PM EDT on SNY network. With both teams eager to assert their dominance late in September, it promises another engaging chapter in their rivalry.