Mets take series from Rays as Luis Robert Jr joins Baltimore
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 5, 2026, 2:30 PM
Last updated Sep 5, 2026

The New York Mets secured a series victory against the Tampa Bay Rays, winning two of the three games played. Following the series, the organization lost Luis Robert Jr., who was claimed off waivers by the Baltimore Orioles. The club continues to manage a roster in flux during the final month of the season. Podcast hosts Chris McShane and Brian Salvatore noted internal concerns regarding recent performance struggles for A.J. Ewing. Additionally, the team is evaluating the potential return of Jonah Tong as the season reaches its final stretch. The Mets maintain a focus on developing internal stories as they play through the remainder of the schedule.
- •New York Mets won two of three games against the Tampa Bay Rays.
- •Luis Robert Jr. left the Mets organization via waivers to the Baltimore Orioles.
- •A.J. Ewing faces recent struggles at the plate.
- •The team is monitoring the status and possible return of Jonah Tong.
- 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Today Your Love, Tomorrow the World Series, Episode 242: September Stories
"The Mets have lots of interesting stories for the last month of the season.
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