Mets face Guardians in first post-deadline game today in Cleveland
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 9:40 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
The New York Mets are set to play against the Cleveland Guardians in their first game following the trade deadline. First pitch is scheduled for 6:40 PM EDT. Both teams have released their lineups for the matchup, featuring notable players such as Francisco Lindor for the Mets and Steven Kwan for the Guardians. This game begins a new series, and both teams will look to set the tone early in this important stretch of the season.
- •Mets lineup includes Francisco Lindor and A.J. Ewing.
- •Guardians will feature Steven Kwan and Joey Cantillo as starting pitcher.
- •Game is scheduled for 6:40 PM EDT in Cleveland.
- •This is the Mets' first game after the trade deadline.
- 9:40 PMYahoo Sports — Mets vs. Guardians: Lineups, broadcast info, and open thread, 8/5/26
- 9:40 PMYahoo Sports — Mets at Guardians: Lineups, broadcast info, and open thread, 8/4/26
"Christian Scott serves as this evening’s starter as the Mets look for a second straight victory against the Guardians.
"The Mets play their first post-deadline game as they begin a series in Cleveland.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 5, 2026, 9:40 PMMets vs. Guardians: Lineups, broadcast info, and open thread, 8/5/26
Christian Scott serves as this evening’s starter as the Mets look for a second straight victory against the Guardians.
- Yahoo SportsAug 4, 2026, 9:40 PMMets at Guardians: Lineups, broadcast info, and open thread, 8/4/26
The Mets play their first post-deadline game as they begin a series in Cleveland.
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