Mets suffer 2-1 loss after outfield error leads to home run
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 5:14 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
The New York Mets lost to the Toronto Blue Jays 2-1 on June 29, 2026. An error in the outfield contributed to the defeat, when George Springer hit a ball misplayed by Juan Soto and A.J. Ewing, resulting in what was deemed a 'Little League' home run. The Mets fall 15 games under.500, reflecting a disappointing season amid high expectations. Following this loss, manager Carlos Mendoza was let go from his position.
- •Mets lost 2-1 to the Blue Jays on June 29, 2026.
- •Outfielders committed a critical misplay on George Springer's hit.
- •Juan Soto and A.J. Ewing were involved in the error leading to a triple.
- •Mets are now 15 games under.500 for the season.
- •Manager Carlos Mendoza was fired following the loss.
- 5:14 PMYahoo Sports — New York Mets’ Misery Is Encapsulated In One ‘Little League’ Play
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