Mets’ quiet bats spoil patchwork pitching strategy in loss to Marlins
The New York Mets faced a disappointing loss against the Miami Marlins, with a final score of 2-1. Despite a solid pitching performance, the Mets' offense struggled, managing only four baserunners throughout the game. Juan Soto's early home run was not enough to secure a victory as the team failed to capitalize on their pitching efforts.
- ▪The Mets scored only one run in their loss to the Marlins.
- ▪Juan Soto hit a home run in the first inning, marking his fourth in four games.
- ▪The Mets' pitching staff limited the Marlins to five hits but could not support the offense effectively.
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MLB Mets’ quiet bats spoil patchwork pitching strategy in loss to Marlins By Mike Puma Published May 22, 2026, 9:51 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google MIAMI — The Mets’ patchwork pitching plan worked out just fine Friday night, but a sputtering lineup couldn’t help the cause. 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. Try it free After scoring only two runs in Washington a day earlier and escaping with a victory, the Mets went backward. Juan Soto homered in the first inning and silence followed for the Mets in a 2-1 loss to the Marlins at loanDepot park.
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