Mets rally to defeat Nationals 5-4 as Lindor walks it off
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Last updated Aug 16, 2026

The New York Mets secured a 5-4 victory over the Washington Nationals on August 15, 2026, in a comeback effort. Down 4-2 going into the ninth inning, the Mets scored two runs, culminating in a walk-off hit from Francisco Lindor. Jared Young’s early double gave the Mets a 2-0 lead, but the Nationals responded with a solo homer from Andres Chaparro and a three-run shot from Brady House. Carson Benge narrowed the deficit with a home run before the Mets' ninth-inning rally achieved the win. Jefrey Yan earned the win in relief. The Mets now continue their series against the Nationals, trailing Washington by four games in the NL East.
- •Mets score two runs in the bottom of the ninth.
- •Francisco Lindor's walk-off hit secures the victory.
- •Mets trail Washington by four games in the NL East.
- •Brady House hit a three-run homer for the Nationals.
- •Mets aim for a series sweep in the next game.
- 1:01 AMYahoo Sports — Mets Get 5-4 Comeback Win Over Nats As Lindor Walks It Off
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