Mets broadcast cuts out during critical moment in Brewers game
Awful Announcing • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 2:39 AM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
The New York Mets faced the Milwaukee Brewers at Citi Field on August 25, 2026, tied 2-2 in the ninth inning. As David Hamilton batted with the bases loaded, SNY's broadcast unexpectedly went dark, leaving viewers in suspense as Francisco Lindor attempted a game-saving catch. Despite the technical failure, the Mets were able to secure a walk-off 3-2 victory in the 10th inning. After the game, Lindor discussed his dive to catch the ball and the excitement of the moment, which was replayed on the Mets' official account while fans reacted on social media to the broadcast interruption. The game highlighted the Mets' resilience in a challenging season.
- •Mets and Brewers were tied 2-2 in the ninth inning.
- •SNY's broadcast cut out during a critical play by Lindor.
- •Mets won the game 3-2 in the 10th inning.
- •Francisco Lindor made a key defensive play.
- •Fans expressed frustration and humor over the broadcast failure.
- 2:42 AMAwful Announcing — Mets broadcast goes dark at worst possible time - Awful Announcing
- 2:39 AMYahoo Sports — Mets broadcast goes dark at worst possible time
"The New York Mets’ broadcast booth finished third in Awful Announcing’s 2026 MLB local broadcaster rankings. But even Gary Cohen, Keith Hernandez, and Ron Darling aren’t immune to technical difficulties. On Tuesday night, the Mets hosted the Milwaukee Brewers at Citi Field. Milwaukee (81-51) and New York (60-72) were tangled at 2-2 when David Hamilton…
"The New York Mets and Milwaukee Brewers were in the thick of a dramatic ninth inning when SNY's feed cut out. Fans reacted appropriately.
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External links- Awful AnnouncingAug 26, 2026, 2:42 AMMets broadcast goes dark at worst possible time - Awful Announcing
The New York Mets and Milwaukee Brewers were in the thick of a dramatic ninth inning when SNY's feed cut out. Fans reacted appropriately.
- Yahoo SportsAug 26, 2026, 2:39 AMMets broadcast goes dark at worst possible time
The New York Mets’ broadcast booth finished third in Awful Announcing’s 2026 MLB local broadcaster rankings. But even Gary Cohen, Keith Hernandez, and Ron Darling aren’t immune to technical difficulties. On Tuesday night, the Mets hosted the Milwaukee Brewers at Citi Field. Milwaukee (81-51) and New York (60-72) were tangled at 2-2 when David Hamilton…
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