Nolan McLean leads Mets to 2-1 win over Padres with strong pitching
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Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Nolan McLean and the Mets bullpen secured a 2-1 victory over the San Diego Padres on August 17. McLean pitched six innings, allowing one earned run despite a shaky start that included five hits and two walks in the first two frames. Strong outfield assists and effective relief pitching ensured the Mets captured their fourth consecutive win. Jonathan Pintaro, Nate Lavender, and Daniel Duarte combined to hold the Padres scoreless after the seventh inning. The Padres, fighting for a playoff position, saw their offense stall after a leadoff single in the seventh.
- •Mets win their fourth straight game.
- •McLean lowers his ERA to 3.34 with six innings pitched.
- •Padres' offense goes silent after the seventh inning.
- •Duarte picks up his second save of the season.
- •Padres fighting for playoff position, leading the wild card by 0.5 games.
- 2:28 AMYahoo Sports — Nolan McLean, Mets bullpen keep win streak alive with strong pitching
"Nolan McLean, Jonathan Pintaro, Nate Lavender, and Daniel Duarte held the San Diego Padres to just one run in the New York Mets' 2-1 victory on Monday night. Quotes from interim manager Andy Green.
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