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Mets secure 6-4 win over Phillies in series opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 2:23 AM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Mets secure 6-4 win over Phillies in series opener

Summary

The Mets claimed a 6-4 victory against the Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on Thursday night. They surged ahead with a three-run rally in the seventh inning after the game was tied at 3-3. Eric Wagaman's pinch-hit single broke the tie, followed by a bases-clearing triple from Marcus Semien. Both teams struggled early, with defensive errors contributing to the scoring. The Mets improved to 34-41, and the series continues on Saturday while pausing for World Cup events.

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By the Numbers

•Mets rally for three runs in the seventh inning.
•Marcus Semien hits a bases-clearing triple.
•Jose Alvarado pitches for the Phillies during the decisive seventh.
•Sean Manaea and Aaron Nola each allow three runs.
•Mets improve to 34-41; series continues Saturday.

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2:23 AMYahoo Sports — Mets rally to beat Phillies with three-run 7th inning, strong bullpen performance

What they're saying

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PHILADELPHIA — While Jose Alvarado, the basketball player, was presumably shirtless, lighting up New York with his key to the city Thursday night, Jose Alvarado, the baseball player, was getting lit up by the Mets down in Philadelphia. The Mets opened a series against the Phillies with a 6-4 win at Citizens Bank Park, using a three-run rally in the seventh inning and yet another solid bullpen ...
— Yahoo Sports

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