Mets record nine runs against Marlins while Nationals fall to Padres

The New York Mets recorded a 9-4 victory against the Miami Marlins on Sunday at loanDepot park. Jonah Tong earned the win in his first start of the 2026 season, striking out seven batters across five innings of work. The New York Mets offense produced 16 hits throughout the contest. With the Washington Nationals falling 3-2 to the San Diego Padres, the New York Mets have moved into a statistical tie with the Washington Nationals for fourth place in the National League East. The club previously optioned Justin Hagenman to Triple-A to facilitate the addition of Jonah Tong to the active roster.

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