Mets struggle offensively, fall short against Marlins at Citi Field
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 8:31 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The New York Mets were unable to overcome a solo home run by Miami's Joe Mack, losing 1-0 to the Marlins on August 2, 2026. Robert Stock made his first major league start since 2021, allowing just one earned run over five innings. In the seventh, the Mets had a chance to score with the bases loaded but failed to capitalize. This game was significant as it was the last before the trade deadline, with roster changes expected. The Mets will face the Guardians next, with Sean Manaea slated to start.
- •Robert Stock struck out four in five innings of work.
- •Mets failed to score despite loading the bases in the seventh.
- •This game marked the end of a series loss to the Marlins.
- •Freddy Peralta was traded to the Rays before the game.
- •Sean Manaea is expected to start against the Guardians next.
- 8:31 PMYahoo Sports — Stock shines but Mets fall flat against Marlins yet again
"The single run Robert Stock gave up proved too high a summit for the Mets to overcome.
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