Mets Overcome Marlins in Extra Innings Thriller
In a dramatic conclusion to their road trip, the New York Mets secured a thrilling 6-5 victory over the Miami Marlins in 11 innings on Wednesday. The standout performance came from Pete Alonso, who launched a pivotal three-run homer in the eighth inning, leveling the score at four.
Alonso Shines with Key Contributions
Alongside his game-tying home run, Alonso showcased his offensive prowess with two doubles, finishing the game with four runs batted in. Impressively, all three of his hits reached speeds of 113 mph or more off the bat, highlighting his power at the plate.
Game Recap
Juan Soto was another crucial player for the Mets, contributing by scoring three times during the match. The Mets utilized eight pitchers throughout the game and clinched two out of three games in the series, wrapping up their season-opening road trip with a 3-3 record. Their next challenge will be their home opener against the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday.
Decisive Moments
In the 11th inning, Alonso drew a walk, setting the stage for a crucial scoring opportunity. With the bases loaded following a single by Brandon Nimmo, Jesse Winker walked to push the Mets ahead 5-4. Alonso later scored due to an error by Marlins shortstop Xavier Edwards.
Pitching Insights
José Buttó earned the win after delivering two flawless innings, needing only 15 pitches to do so. Huascar Brazobán, who was traded from the Marlins to the Mets last July, achieved his first save of his major league career by securing two outs while protecting a 6-5 lead.
Notables from the Marlins
On the other side, Xavier Edwards had an impressive performance for the Marlins, compiling four hits, including an RBI single. Griffin Conine supported him with three hits, but the Marlins ultimately fell short in their comeback effort.
Key Incident
A pivotal moment of the game occurred in the eighth inning when a potential go-ahead run for Miami, scored by Edwards, was overturned after a replay review. Initially, it seemed he had successfully reached home on a ground play, but he was ruled out, keeping the score level.
Upcoming Games
The Mets are scheduled to take a day off on Thursday before returning to action with right-handed pitcher Tylor Megill (1-0) starting their home opener against Toronto’s Kevin Gausman (1-0). Meanwhile, the Marlins will head to Atlanta to face the Braves, with Spencer Schwellenbach (0-0) confirmed to pitch for Atlanta; the Marlins have yet to announce their starting pitcher for that game.
As the seasons unfold, both teams look to build on their early performances in pursuit of a successful campaign.
