Mets rally for walk-off win against Nationals in thrilling finish
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 12:43 AM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
The Mets secured a thrilling 5-4 walk-off victory against the Nationals at Citi Field on Saturday. Francisco Lindor’s RBI single in the ninth completed a comeback after the Mets trailed late in the game. Rookie Jefry Yan recorded his first career win, pitching effectively in relief. Carson Benge contributed with a solo home run and crucial defensive play, extending his on-base streak to 18 games. The Mets have now won eight of their last 11 games since the trade deadline.
- •Mets improve record to 55-69 after the victory.
- •Yan earns his first career win with five outs in relief.
- •Lindor and Benge lead the offense with pivotal hits.
- •Mets have 26 comeback wins this season.
- •Benge is slashing.348/.423/.609 with 14 home runs.
- 12:43 AMYahoo Sports — These Mets can still be fun to watch. They proved it in walk-off win
"With the electricity of Jefry Yan and energetic lift of Carson Benge, the Mets have inspired some hope for the future since the trade deadline.
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