Mets face Giants at Citi Field for September series opener

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Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Mets face Giants at Citi Field for September series opener
Summary

The New York Mets host the San Francisco Giants for a series opener at Citi Field on September 4, 2026. The game is scheduled for a first pitch at 7:10 p.m. EDT. Nolan McLean takes the mound for the Mets, continuing his campaign for Rookie of the Year honors. The Mets starting lineup features Francisco Lindor, Juan Soto, and Bo Bichette, while the Giants send Matt Wilkinson to the mound to start. The matchup will be broadcast on WPIX and available via Audacy Mets Radio WHSQ 880AM. This game serves as the first meeting between the two teams in this series.

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By the Numbers
  • •Nolan McLean makes the start for the New York Mets.
  • •Matt Wilkinson starts on the mound for the San Francisco Giants.
  • •First pitch is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. EDT at Citi Field.
  • •The game will be broadcast on WPIX and local radio.
Latest Updates
  • 4:40 PMYahoo Sports — Mets vs. Giants: Linups, broadcast info, and open thread, 9/6/26
  • 7:10 PMYahoo Sports — Mets vs. Giants: Lineups, broadcast info, and open thread, 9/5/2026
  • 10:10 PMYahoo Sports — Mets vs. Giants: Lineups, broadcast info, and open thread, 9/4/26
What they're saying
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Nolan McLean looks to continue to build his Rookie of the Year case in this home series opener against the Giants.

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Zac Thornton gets the start as the Mets look to take a second straight game from the Giants.

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Christian Scott gets the start for the Mets in a rubber match against the Giants.

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