Juan Soto homers in seventh as Mets secure 5-4 victory over Cardinals

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Last updated Jun 11, 2026

Juan Soto homers in seventh as Mets secure 5-4 victory over Cardinals
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Juan Soto's seventh-inning home run propelled the New York Mets to a 5-4 win against the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday at Citi Field. Soto, who had been struggling with a 1-for-23 slump, gave the Mets a crucial lead with a solo shot after they were tied at 4-4. The game featured an offensive display with four total home runs in the early innings. Bo Bichette and Jared Young also contributed home runs for the Mets. The Mets' bullpen delivered 4.1 scoreless innings to secure the victory. Next, the Mets will play a three-game series against the Atlanta Braves.

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  • Mets win 5-4 against Cardinals at Citi Field on June 11, 2026.
  • Juan Soto hits a pivotal home run in the seventh inning.
  • Bo Bichette and Jared Young also hit home runs for the Mets.
  • Cardinals led 4-3 before the Mets rallied.
  • Mets' bullpen threw 4.1 scoreless innings.
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  • 7:48 PMYahoo SportsJuan Soto's seventh-inning home run lifts Mets to 5-4 win over Cardinals
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The Mets defeated the St. Louis Cardinals by a score of 5-4 on Thursday afternoon at Citi Field.

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