Mets leave 11 on base in 5-3 loss to Reds in Cincinnati
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 2:15 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The Mets fell to the Reds 5-3 in Cincinnati on June 16, marking their second consecutive loss in the series. Starting pitcher Kodai Senga struggled early, allowing a three-run homer to Sal Stewart in the first inning. The Mets managed to cut the deficit with a pinch-hit home run from Mark Vientos in the sixth, though they left the bases loaded twice. Bo Bichette continued his hot streak with a multi-hit game. The Mets are set to finish the three-game series against the Reds with a matchup tomorrow afternoon.
- •Mets drop second straight game to the Reds.
- •Kodai Senga gives up four runs early before settling down.
- •Bo Bichette records his fifth consecutive multi-hit game.
- •Mark Vientos hits a key pinch-hit home run.
- •Mets go 2-for-11 with runners in scoring position.
- 2:15 AMYahoo Sports — Mets struggle to get big hit, leave 11 on base in 5-3 loss to Reds
"The Mets lost for the second straight night in Cincinnati, dropping Tuesday's game by a score of 5-3.
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