US EditionTong Bounces Back with 5 Strong Innings as Mets Get Key Win over Padres
Jonah Tong struck out eight batters over five innings, helping the Mets extend their lead for the final National League wild card spot with a 6-1 victory.
- On Thursday, the New York Mets defeated the San Diego Padres 6-1 at Citi Field, with 22-year-old Mets pitcher Jonah Tong striking out eight and allowing one unearned run over five innings to earn the win and clinch the series sweep.
- With less than two weeks remaining, both teams occupy playoff spots as the New York Mets hold the sixth and final National League playoff spot while auditioning starters.
- Brandon Nimmo supplied the big blow when he drilled a three‑run homer off Wandy Peralta, putting the Mets ahead decisively.
- The win raised the Mets to 78-74, solidifying their NL East position as four relievers preserved the lead and Edwin Díaz, Mets closer, sealed the game with two ninth-inning strikeouts.
- Facing rotation decisions, New York Mets audition starters after David Peterson's struggles, while preparing to host the Washington Nationals; San Diego Padres begin their weekend series with the Chicago White Sox on Friday.
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Tong bounces back with 5 strong innings as Mets get key win over Padres
NEW YORK — Jonah Tong threw five encouraging innings and earned the win Thursday afternoon for the New York Mets, who lengthened their lead in the race for the final National League playoff spot with a 6-1 victory over the San Diego Padres. Pete Alonso homered for the fourth straight game, Brandon Nimmo also went deep and Juan Soto collected his 100th RBI for the Mets, who won a series for the first time since taking two of three from the Detroi…
Jonah Tong’s brilliance gives Mets some cushion with series-clinching win over Padres
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Jonah Tong bounces back as Mets take series from Padres with 6-1 victory in finale
Jonah Tong threw five encouraging innings and earned the win for the New York Mets, who lengthened their lead in the race for the final National League playoff spot with a 6-1 victory over the San Diego Padres.
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