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Mets Outslug Marlins 15-14 in Wild Series Finale
10 Sep
Summary
- Francisco Lindor hit a three-run homer in a six-run seventh inning.
- Christopher Morel hit a two-run homer and finished a triple shy of the cycle.
- The Mets secured a 15-14 victory after giving up an eight-run lead.
The New York Mets secured a dramatic 15-14 victory over the Miami Marlins, completing a series sweep. The game featured a combined 29 hits and saw the Mets hold on tightly in the closing innings.
Key offensive contributions came from Francisco Lindor, who hit an 18th-inning three-run homer, and Christopher Morel, who added a two-run shot and narrowly missed hitting for the cycle. The Mets had previously held an 8-0 lead before the Marlins began their comeback.
Miami mounted a fierce rally, scoring twice in the eighth and three times in the ninth, bringing the score to within one run. Despite the Marlins' 20 hits, including multiple home runs and extra-base hits, the Mets' bullpen managed to secure the win, with Tobias Myers earning his second save.
The game, lasting 3 hours and 38 minutes, saw extensive pitching changes from both sides, with the Marlins using seven relievers and the Mets deploying six. Daniel Duarte was credited with the win for his relief efforts.
