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Melendez's Walk-Off Blasts Mets Past Marlins in Extra Innings
30 May
Summary
- Melendez hit a walk-off homer to secure a 9-7 win in the 10th inning.
- The Mets overcame blowing a four-run lead in a dramatic fashion.
- The team gave out disguises, adding a unique element to the game.
MJ Melendez delivered his first career walk-off home run with one out in the 10th inning, capping a thrilling 9-7 victory for the Mets against the Marlins. The Mets managed to secure the win despite blowing a four-run lead earlier in the game.
The Mets had built an early 4-0 advantage in the first inning thanks to two-run singles from A.J. Ewing and Brett Baty. However, their lead dwindled as starter Freddy Peralta ran into trouble, and the bullpen struggled to hold the Marlins at bay.
The Marlins mounted a comeback, tying the game in the eighth inning with a two-run home run. In a peculiar turn of events, the Marlins opted to pitch to Juan Soto with the bases open, leading to his out and setting the stage for Melendez's heroic moment.
The game's unusual nature was further highlighted by the Mets distributing disguises to fans, a nod to former manager Bobby Valentine's famous on-field disguise. This unique giveaway added a memorable touch to a nail-biting contest.
