Mets hold off late rally to secure 3-2 victory against Rays

The New York Mets defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 3-2 on August 31 at Tropicana Field. Mark Vientos drove in a run on a double play and later hit a solo home run to help the Mets build their lead. Robert Stock earned the win despite the Rays loading the bases with no outs in the fifth inning, a threat that ended without a score. Ian Seymour recorded ten strikeouts over 6.1 innings for Tampa Bay but allowed three runs in the loss. The Rays failed to capitalize on two challenges in the ninth inning as Yandy Diaz struck out looking to end the game. The teams are scheduled to play again at 6:40 EST at Tropicana Field with Freddy Peralta slated to start for the Rays.

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