Mets score five runs in eighth inning to defeat Royals, 6-2

The Mets overcame a 1-1 tie by scoring five runs in the eighth inning to secure a 6-2 victory against the Kansas City Royals on July 8, 2026. A.J. Ewing opened the scoring with a leadoff home run, and the Mets took advantage of errors from the Royals to extend their lead. Christian Scott pitched five scoreless innings, and New York’s offense capitalized late, highlighted by a two-run single from Brett Baty. The teams meet again on July 10 for the series finale, with Sean Manaea starting for the Mets against Michael Wacha.

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