Mets drop to Reds 5-3 as Kodai Senga struggles early
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 2:47 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The New York Mets lost to the Cincinnati Reds 5-3 on June 16 at Great American Ballpark. Starting pitcher Kodai Senga gave up four earned runs in the first inning, contributing to an early deficit the Mets could not overcome. Despite a two-run homer from Mark Vientos in the sixth and multiple opportunities, the Mets stranded 11 runners and finished just 2 for 11 with runners in scoring position. Manager Carlos Mendoza was ejected in the seventh, adding to the team's frustrations. The Mets now aim to avoid further issues as they conclude the series on Wednesday.
- •Kodai Senga allowed four runs in the first inning.
- •Mets stranded 11 runners, going 2 for 11 with RISP.
- •Mark Vientos hit a two-run homer in the sixth inning.
- •Mets manager Carlos Mendoza was ejected in the seventh.
- •Series concludes on June 17 with potential repercussions for standings.
- 3:49 AMYahoo Sports — Mets make big Kodai Senga call following brutal meltdown against Reds
- 2:47 AMYahoo Sports — Kodai Senga puts Mets in early hole in loss to Reds
"The Cincinnati Reds dealt the Mets and Kodai Senga a blow in the first inning. The Mets were able to get up to finish the fight, but much like they’ve been all season, they were on the ropes. Senga allowed four earned runs in the first inning to put the Mets in an early hole they were never able to come back from in a 5-3 loss Tuesday night at Great American Ballpark. It was the second day in ...
"Kodai Senga allowed four runs in first inning back.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 3:49 AMMets make big Kodai Senga call following brutal meltdown against Reds
Kodai Senga allowed four runs in first inning back.
- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 2:47 AMKodai Senga puts Mets in early hole in loss to Reds
The Cincinnati Reds dealt the Mets and Kodai Senga a blow in the first inning. The Mets were able to get up to finish the fight, but much like they’ve been all season, they were on the ropes. Senga allowed four earned runs in the first inning to put the Mets in an early hole they were never able to come back from in a 5-3 loss Tuesday night at Great American Ballpark. It was the second day in ...
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