Mets record 16 hits to defeat Marlins 9-4

The New York Mets took the first game of a three-game series against the Miami Marlins with a 9-4 victory on Monday. New York capitalized on defensive errors in the first inning to take an early lead before Jonah Tong settled into his first start of the season. Despite allowing a three-run home run to Graham Pauley in the second inning that put Miami ahead, the Mets responded with scoring drives in the third and fourth innings. A.J. Ewing led the offensive effort with three hits and three runs batted in, while four relievers held the Marlins scoreless over the final four frames. The two teams are scheduled to continue the series Tuesday in Miami with Sean Manaea facing Sandy Alcantara.

• 8:24 PMYahoo Sports — A.J. Ewing drives in three runs, Jonah Tong strikes out seven in Mets' 9-4 win over Marlins