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Mets Stun Giants, Inch Closer to NL East Lead
27 Jul
Summary
- Mets reduce Giants' lineup to 1 run in first 2 games
- Mets lead Phillies by 0.5 games in NL East
- Giants drop 9 of last 12 games, 2 games behind Padres
The New York Mets have made a statement on the West Coast, stunning the San Francisco Giants in the first two games of their series. The Mets, who currently hold a 61-44 record, have managed to limit the Giants' lineup to just one run in the opening games, putting them in a strong position to complete the series sweep.
This crucial victory is significant for the Mets, as they maintain a slim 0.5-game lead over the Philadelphia Phillies in the NL East division. The Giants, on the other hand, have found themselves in a difficult position, having dropped 9 of their last 12 games. At 54-51, they now trail the San Diego Padres by 2.0 games in the race for the third NL Wild Card spot.
Looking ahead, the Giants are expected to turn to a bullpen game on Sunday night, with Matt Gage set to take the mound. They will face a tough challenge in the form of Mets' ace Kodai Senga, who has been dominant this season with a 7-3 record and a 1.79 ERA. The performances of key players like Juan Soto, Pete Alonso, and Mark Vientos will be crucial in determining the outcome of this pivotal matchup.
