Carson Benge collects five hits in Mets' victory over Padres
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 12:38 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Carson Benge shined for the Mets on June 7, going 5-for-5 in a victory against the Padres. His performance included a home run and an RBI triple, contributing to a strong offensive showing. Benge became the third-youngest player in Mets history to record five hits in a game, following Pete Alonso's accomplishment in 2019. Since May, Benge has led the Mets with a.316 batting average and five home runs, cementing his role as a key player in the lineup. The Mets are currently navigating the season with several injuries to their roster.
- •Benge went 5-for-5 with three runs scored and two RBIs.
- •He became the third-youngest player in Mets history to achieve five hits in a game.
- •Benge hit a home run and an RBI triple in the game.
- •He is hitting.316 with five homers and 20 RBIs since May.
- •The Mets are adjusting to an injury-depleted roster.
- 12:38 AMYahoo Sports — Carson Benge gets off day after creating unique MLB history against Padres
- 12:00 AMYahoo Sports — Carson Benge’s five-hit day another sign of the ‘special player’ he can be
"Mets rookie Carson Benge just continues to progress at the big-league level, and Sunday was arguably his strongest showing to this point.
"New York's rookie outfielder collected five hits, including a homer and triple Sunday against San Diego.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 12:38 AMCarson Benge gets off day after creating unique MLB history against Padres
New York's rookie outfielder collected five hits, including a homer and triple Sunday against San Diego.
- Yahoo SportsJun 8, 2026, 12:00 AMCarson Benge’s five-hit day another sign of the ‘special player’ he can be
Mets rookie Carson Benge just continues to progress at the big-league level, and Sunday was arguably his strongest showing to this point.
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