Mets announce lineup for rubber game against Royals at Citi Field

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Mets announce lineup for rubber game against Royals at Citi Field
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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.

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  • 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.
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  • 2:57 PMYahoo SportsNY Mets announce lineup for today's game vs Kansas City Royals
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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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