Mets struggle defensively in 2-1 loss to Blue Jays
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 2:30 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
The New York Mets fell to the Toronto Blue Jays 2-1 on June 29 at Rogers Centre. Starting pitcher Sean Manaea delivered a solid performance, throwing 5 2/3 innings with two runs allowed. However, defensive miscues, including an error that led to an unearned run by George Springer, proved costly. The Mets' Francisco Lindor hit a home run in the seventh, cutting the lead but ultimately not enough to secure a victory. This loss marks the Mets' ninth loss in their last ten games as they begin a challenging seven-game road trip.
- •Mets fall to 35-50 on the season after the loss.
- •Sean Manaea records 5 2/3 strong innings pitched.
- •Francisco Lindor hits a solo home run in the seventh.
- •Mets remain 1-3 since replacing manager Carlos Mendoza.
- •Next game in the series takes place in Toronto.
- 2:30 AMYahoo Sports — Mets defense fails Sean Manea, fall to Blue Jays in series-opener
"The more things change for the New York Mets, the more things stay the same — even in a different country. Left-hander Sean Manaea looked solid over 5 2/3 innings Monday night, but the defense behind him turned a leadoff hit by George Springer into a little league home run. One run was all the difference in a 2-1 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. The Mets (35-50) have lost nine ...
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