Mets doing everything to prove they are NL East’s worst team with another lifeless loss to Marlins
The New York Mets suffered another disappointing loss, this time to the Miami Marlins, solidifying their position as the worst team in the NL East. They managed only one hit until the ninth inning and fell to a 4-1 defeat, marking their fourth loss in five games. The Mets are now eight games below .500 and guaranteed a losing road trip after splitting their previous series in Washington.
- ▪The Mets lost 4-1 to the Miami Marlins, further establishing their status as the worst team in the NL East.
- ▪They recorded only one hit until the ninth inning and have lost four of their last five games.
- ▪Max Meyer of the Marlins dominated the Mets, allowing just one hit over seven shutout innings.
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MLB New York Mets Mets doing everything to prove they are NL East’s worst team with another lifeless loss to Marlins By Mike Puma Published May 23, 2026, 6:48 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google MIAMI — The Mets evidently want to leave zero doubt over the identity of the NL East’s worst team. They held that distinction by only a half-game over the Marlins as they arrived at loanDepot park on Saturday and by early evening had created a cushion. Access the Mets beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Mike Puma about the inside buzz on the Mets.
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