Mets' Ninth-Inning Rally Falls Short as Dodgers Triumph in 13-Inning Battle at Citi Field

The New York Mets faced off against the Los Angeles Dodgers in a gripping contest at Citi Field, ending with a 7-5 victory for the visitors. The game extended to 13 innings, showcasing both teams' resilience and strategic play. This result brings the Mets to a record of 30-21, while the Dodgers improve to 32-19.

First Inning

The opening inning saw both teams struggling to find their rhythm, with neither side managing to score. The Mets were unable to capitalize on their opportunities, leaving runners on base without converting them into runs.

Third Inning

The third inning marked a turning point for the Dodgers as they scored three runs off three hits. This early lead put pressure on the Amazins', who responded with one run in their half of the inning thanks to Brett Baty's solo home run.

Fifth Inning

In another pivotal moment, the Blue added two more runs in the fifth inning through consistent hitting and exploiting gaps in Mets' defense. Despite this setback, New York's bullpen managed to hold off further scoring from Los Angeles until later innings.

Ninth Inning

A dramatic ninth inning saw an impressive rally by New York as they scored three runs from four hits. Pete Alonso contributed significantly with an RBI single that brought hope back into Citi Field stands. However, despite this valiant effort, they couldn't close out before extra innings ensued.

Thirteenth Inning

As fatigue set in during extra innings, it was ultimately Los Angeles who broke through first during their half of the thirteenth frame by scoring two decisive runs which sealed their victory over New York’s determined squad.

Looking ahead for fans eager not miss any action: The next game is scheduled against these same opponents -the Dodgers- at Citi Field on May 24th starting at 7:15 PM EDT; catch all live coverage via FOX network broadcast! Share this article if you enjoyed reliving every intense moment from last night’s showdown!