Mets struggle defensively as Cubs sweep doubleheader in New York
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 2:48 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
The Chicago Cubs swept a doubleheader against the New York Mets on June 24, 2026, with 10-3 and 10-5 victories. Dansby Swanson starred for the Cubs, driving in 11 runs across both games, including a grand slam in the first matchup. The Mets committed six errors in the second game, compounding their struggles as they fell to 34-46 on the season, their worst record to date. Manager Carlos Mendoza expressed frustration over the team's performance, highlighting issues with pitching and defense. The Mets are on a five-game losing streak.
- •Swanson drives in seven runs in the first game with a grand slam.
- •Mets commit six errors in the second game.
- •Mets drop to 34-46, 12 games below.500.
- •Mendoza criticizes team's defensive and pitching performance.
- •The Mets are on a five-game losing streak.
- 2:48 AMYahoo Sports — Mets doomed by errors, Dansby Swanson homers as Cubs sweep doubleheader
"NEW YORK — The Norwegian soccer fans who filled Citi Field for the first game of Wednesday’s doubleheader didn’t need much inspiration to cheer. Their spirited chants, coordinated conga lines and viral “Viking row” celebrations emanated from the center-field stands regardless of what was happening in the game. But for the local fans in attendance, there were far fewer reasons to revel. The ...
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