Mets rally to edge Cardinals 5-4 with home runs and strong bullpen
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 9:34 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
The Mets secured a 5-4 victory over the Cardinals at Citi Field on Thursday, boosted by Juan Soto's seventh-inning home run. After a slow start to the game, the Mets responded to an early deficit with a two-run homer from Bo Bichette and another solo shot from Jared Young. The bullpen delivered an outstanding performance with 4⅓ scoreless innings. This win comes as the Mets prepare for a series against the Braves, currently the best team in baseball, and pushes their record toward a more competitive stance after recent struggles.
- •Juan Soto hit a go-ahead home run in the seventh inning.
- •The win marks the Mets' 15th victory when hitting multiple home runs.
- •The Mets bullpen recorded 4⅓ scoreless innings against the Cardinals.
- •Mets' record improves as they prepare to face the Braves on Friday.
- •Christian Scott pitched effectively after a rocky start.
- 9:34 PMYahoo Sports — Mets pick up badly-needed win heading into matchup against MLB's best
"The Mets slugged their way past the Cardinals and picked up a big bullpen performance in a 5-4 victory on Thursday afternoon at Citi Field.
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