Key Takeaways
- The Mets ended a 12‑game losing streak—their longest since 2002 and worst April skid since 1962—with a 3‑2 victory over the Twins.
- Juan Soto returned from a calf injury, going 1‑for‑3 with a walk and setting up the Mets’ first run.
- Mark Vientos delivered the go‑ahead RBI single in the eighth inning after being tagged out at home earlier in the game.
- Francisco Lindor left the game with a calf injury and will undergo an MRI on Thursday.
- Clay Holmes pitched seven strong innings (2 runs allowed); Luke Weaver closed out the final four outs with Devin Williams unavailable.
- Despite the win, the Mets scored only 40 runs in the 15 games Soto missed—the worst total in MLB over that span.
- Manager Carlos Mendoza stressed that the victory was a team effort and warned that Soto’s workload must be monitored to avoid further setbacks.
The Mets snapped a 12‑game losing streak, their longest since 2002 and worst April skid since 1962, with a 3‑2 win over the Twins at Citi Field. The victory lifted them to 8‑16 and ended a drought that had left the team searching for answers.
Juan Soto returned from a calf injury, going 1‑for‑3 with a walk. His leadoff fly to center moved Bo Bichette to third, setting up the Mets’ first run and reminding everyone why he is viewed as a cornerstone.
Mark Vientos, who had been tagged out at home earlier after ignoring a stop sign, delivered the go‑ahead RBI single in the eighth inning that scored Brett Baty and gave New York a 3‑2 lead.
Francisco Lindor left the game with a calf injury after driving in Bichette earlier. He is scheduled for an MRI on Thursday, adding to the Mets’ growing list of ailments and forcing a reshuffle of the lineup and defense.
Clay Holmes worked seven strong innings, allowing only two runs while leaning on his sinking fastball. His start kept the game within reach when the offense sputtered.
With closer Devin Williams unavailable after pitching two of the last three days, Luke Weaver was summoned for the final four outs and preserved the slim lead, earning the win for Holmes.
Holmes celebrated the victory, saying “Winning is fun,” and outfielder Tyrone Taylor shouted an enthusiastic “Yeah!” on his way to the bathroom—a rare moment of levity for a team mired in frustration.
Despite the win, the Mets continue to struggle offensively. They scored just 40 runs in the 15 games Soto missed, the worst total in MLB over that span, leaving them near the bottom of several league categories.
Manager Carlos Mendoza emphasized that the victory was a team effort. “It’s going to take all of us to get out of this. It’s not just Juan Soto,” he said, urging a positive mindset even during a rough stretch.
Mendoza also noted that Soto’s availability will depend on his running load. The plan includes scheduled days off and close monitoring, especially when Soto is asked to play left field, to keep him healthy for the long haul.
Looking ahead, Lindor’s MRI will determine his return timetable, and the bullpen must cope without Williams. Owner Steve Cohen has set making the playoffs as the baseline goal, but the current 8‑16 record shows how far the Mets are from that target.
Wednesday’s win provided a needed break from the losing streak, but it also highlighted the roster’s fragility. The Mets showed flashes—Soto’s on‑base skills, Vientos’ resilience, Holmes’ pitching—but need consistent contributions and better health to turn the season around.