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Mets bullpen excels in win over Nationals after trade deadline shake-up

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Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Mets bullpen excels in win over Nationals after trade deadline shake-up
Summary

The New York Mets achieved a 4-1 victory against the Washington Nationals, with the revamped bullpen playing a crucial role. Since the trade deadline on August 3, the Mets have recorded a 7-3 record in their last 10 games. In Friday's game, relievers Nate Lavender, Jonathan Pintaro, Daniel Duarte, and Kodai Senga combined to limit the Nationals to two hits in the final 4.2 innings. Interim manager Andy Green praised the bullpen's performance and highlighted Pintaro’s achievement in earning his first major league win. The Mets will continue their home series against the Nationals this weekend.

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  • •Mets bullpen held Nationals scoreless after fifth inning.
  • •Nate Lavender and Jonathan Pintaro contributed key outs late in the game.
  • •Pintaro earned his first MLB win after two scoreless innings.
  • •Kodai Senga has been effective in high-leverage situations.
  • •The Mets are now 7-3 since the August 3 trade deadline.
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  • 3:45 AMYahoo Sports — Mets bullpen taking advantage of 'great opportunity' after trade deadline: 'We want to go out there and compete'
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Surprisingly, the Mets' rebuilt bullpen has been a catalyst during this recent stretch of success after the trade deadline.

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