Mets announce lineup for rubber game against Royals at Citi Field
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 2:57 PM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
The New York Mets will face the Kansas City Royals in the final game of their three-game series today at 1:10 p.m. at Citi Field. The Mets, on the heels of a 6-2 victory in which they scored five runs in the eighth inning, are seeking to capture their first series win in a month. Starting pitcher Sean Manaea for the Mets aims to improve on his 1-4 record this season, while the Royals will counter with Michael Wacha, who has a 5-6 record. Both teams will look to make a strong showing in this crucial matchup.
- •Mets defeated Royals 6-2 in yesterday's game.
- •Today’s game starts at 1:10 p.m. at Citi Field.
- •Sean Manaea is set to pitch for the Mets.
- •Michael Wacha will start for the Royals.
- •Mets lineup features A.J. Ewing and Juan Soto.
- 2:57 PMYahoo Sports — NY Mets announce lineup for today's game vs Kansas City Royals
"The New York Mets face the Kansas City Royals in the rubber game of their three-game series at 1:10 p.m. Thursday at Citi Field.
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