Mets unable to rally in 7-6 loss to Nationals at Nationals Park
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 1:49 AM
Last updated Sep 26, 2026
The New York Mets lost 7-6 to the Washington Nationals on September 25, 2026, in a contest featuring multiple lead changes. The Mets initially rallied to take a 3-2 lead after scoring three runs in the third inning but struggled defensively, allowing four runs in the next half-inning. Despite home runs from Bo Bichette and Carson Benge, the Mets could not secure the win. Their bullpen delivered a strong performance overall but allowed a critical home run to Dylan Crews. The teams will continue their series on September 26.
- •Mark Vientos drove in the first run for the Mets in the first inning.
- •The Mets allowed four wild pitches in a single inning.
- •Carson Benge becomes the first Mets rookie with 20 home runs and 20 stolen bases.
- •The Mets plan to pitch Jonah Tong in the next game against Connelly Early.
- 1:49 AMYahoo Sports — Mets can't overcome early deficit in back-and-forth 7-6 loss to Nationals
"The Mets and Nationals went blow-for-blow, but New York could not overcome its early deficit as they fell 7-6 on Friday night in Washington, D.C.
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