The New York Mets were officially eliminated from postseason contention on Sunday after a 4-0 loss to the Miami Marlins at LoanDepot Park. A four-run fourth inning and five shutout innings from Edward Cabrera sealed the Mets’ fate and concluded their second-half collapse.
Sandy Alcantara pitched into the eighth inning, allowing just two runs, and Connor Norby added a home run to power the Miami Marlins to a 6-2 win over the New York Mets. The Marlins rallied to clinch the victory, displaying both pitching prowess and timely offense. Their performance highlighted Alcantara’s control on the mound and Norby’s impact at the plate.
The New York Mets, determined to make the playoffs, turned to heralded right-hander Brandon Sproat for a crucial Sunday start. This move reveals the team’s willingness to take risks and signals Sproat’s potential importance in their postseason push.
Despite setting new franchise marks with 177 runs and 53 home runs this August, the Mets suffered a disappointing 11-17 month marked by defensive mistakes. Now, they look to regroup and find consistency on a critical road trip following a sloppy series against the Marlins.
In an unusual defensive breakdown, the Mets committed three errors for the first time this season, clouding their series opener against the Fish. The mishaps proved costly, setting a frustrating tone for the team as they attempt to regroup in the coming games.
