Mets hold off Phillies for 4-1 victory in Philadelphia

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Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Mets hold off Phillies for 4-1 victory in Philadelphia
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The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 4-1 at Citizens Bank Park on July 16, 2026. Francisco Alvarez hit a solo home run in the seventh inning, contributing to the Mets' total. Although Aaron Nola pitched six solid innings for the Phillies, he allowed back-to-back home runs to Brett Baty and Alvarez in the seventh, which extended the Mets' lead. Trea Turner managed to hit a home run for the Phillies in the eighth, but it wasn't enough to turn the game around. The loss leaves the Phillies looking to regroup before their next game.

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  • Mets score four runs on July 16 against the Phillies.
  • Francisco Alvarez hits a crucial seventh-inning home run.
  • Aaron Nola pitches six strong innings before allowing two home runs.
  • Trea Turner contributes a late home run for the Phillies.
  • Next game will be important for both teams moving into the second half.
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  • 1:22 AMYahoo SportsSmoked by the Mets: Mets 4, Phillies 1
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