Mets lose to Cubs amid criticism of infield defense and Manaea's performance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 2:54 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
The New York Mets suffered a 10-5 loss to the Chicago Cubs on June 24 at Citi Field. Starting pitcher Sean Manaea allowed three earned runs in three innings of work and took responsibility for the team's struggles. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza criticized the infield defense for committing six errors, describing it as 'embarrassing.' Both Francisco Lindor and Marcus Semien acknowledged their role in the defensive failures. The Mets are looking to regroup following a doubleheader loss.
- •Mets lost 10-5 to Cubs in a doubleheader on June 24.
- •Sean Manaea allowed four runs, three earned, in three innings.
- •Mets committed six errors during the game.
- •Carlos Mendoza expressed frustration with the infield defense.
- •Mets seek improvement after recent poor performances.
- 2:54 AMYahoo Sports — Carlos Mendoza defends Sean Manaea, criticizes 'embarassing' Mets infield defense
"Mets manager Carlos Mendoza criticized the Mets 'embarassing' infield defense after Wednesday night's 10-5 loss to the Chicago Cubs. Meanwhile, Sean Manaea pinned the blame on himself after allowing three earned runs in three innings.
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