Mets commit routine errors in loss to Cubs, Mendoza expresses frustration

The Mets suffered another defeat to the Chicago Cubs, marking their sixth straight loss, as defensive errors continued to plague them. In a scoreless game, a routine grounder by Dansby Swanson led to a throwing error by shortstop Ronny Mauricio, resulting in a three-run sixth inning for the Cubs. Manager Carlos Mendoza criticized the team's inability to execute basic plays, emphasizing the detrimental impact on pitcher Freddy Peralta's performance. As the Mets reach the halfway point of their season at 13 games below.500, the team seeks to improve its defensive play and overcome the ongoing losing streak.

• 3:55 AMYahoo Sports — Carlos Mendoza tired of Mets' defensive mistakes: 'It’s just routine plays that are costing us'