Mets struggle again, fall to Phillies 6-2 in Philadelphia

The New York Mets lost to the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 on June 21, 2026, marking their second consecutive poor performance against the same team. The game mirrored the previous night, with the Mets’ defense faltering and allowing the Phillies to take an early lead. Despite a brief rally in the sixth inning, the Mets were unable to close the gap. Carson Benge hit a solo home run for the Mets, but it was not enough to turn the game around. This loss results in a series defeat for the Mets in Philadelphia.

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