Mets trio miscommunication allows double in loss to Orioles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 1:01 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
In a game on September 16, the New York Mets experienced a notable mishap in the top of the second inning against the Baltimore Orioles. A pop fly by Christian Encarnacion-Strand fell between Juan Soto, Bo Bichette, and Francisco Lindor, allowing Encarnacion-Strand to secure a double. The Orioles went on to score, taking a 3-0 lead and ultimately winning the game 7-1. This incident highlights ongoing struggles for the Mets, who have faced multiple challenges despite a high payroll this season, dropping their record to 69-83.
- •Christian Encarnacion-Strand hit a pop fly that dropped between Mets players.
- •Mets' trio has a combined contract value of $1.2 billion.
- •The Orioles capitalized, scoring three runs in the inning.
- •This defeat leaves the Mets with a record of 69-83 for the season.
- •Mets have suffered multiple embarrassing moments this year.
- 1:01 PMYahoo Sports — Mets' billion dollar trio allows 'double' after ball drops between all three players
"The Mets' three biggest stars didn't cover themselves in glory on this play.
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