Mets face Guardians in rubber game featuring Thornton and Mahle
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 10:15 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
The New York Mets visit the Cleveland Guardians for the final game of their series on August 12, 2026. Zac Thornton is scheduled to start for the Mets against Tyler Mahle of the Guardians. The first pitch is set for 7:15 PM EDT. The Mets lineup features notable players including Francisco Lindor and Bo Bichette, while the Guardians counter with Ronald Acuna and Matt Olson. Both teams are looking to secure a series win in this matchup.
- •Mets are in Cleveland for a series-deciding game
- •Zac Thornton starting for the Mets
- •Tyler Mahle on the mound for the Guardians
- •First pitch scheduled for 7:15 PM EDT
- •Mets aim to win the rubber match against the Guardians
- 10:15 PMYahoo Sports — Mets at Guardians, 8/12/26: Thornton vs Mahle
"Zac Thornton starts the rubber game tonight
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