NY Mets announce lineup for series opener against Houston Astros
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 5:03 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
The New York Mets revealed their lineup for Friday's game against the Houston Astros at 7:10 p.m. at Citi Field. The Mets enter the series with a record of 60-74, while the Astros stand at 67-67 following their last game. Christian Scott will make his 20th start of the season, while Houston's Hunter Brown will face him as the Astros' starting pitcher. The Mets are looking to bounce back after losing two consecutive series, the latest being an 8-2 defeat to the Brewers.
- •Mets lineup includes A.J. Ewing and Francisco Lindor.
- •Christian Scott has a 3.73 ERA this season but struggled recently.
- •Hunter Brown holds a 3.54 ERA in 14 starts for the Astros.
- •Mets have lost back-to-back series and look to recover.
- •Game starts at 7:10 p.m. at Citi Field.
- 5:03 PMYahoo Sports — NY Mets announce lineup vs Houston Astros for Sunday game
- 7:21 PMYahoo Sports — NY Mets announce lineup vs Houston Astros for Friday game
"Here's a look at the New York Mets' lineup for Sunday's game vs. the Houston Astros.
"Here's a look at the New York Mets' lineup for Friday's game vs. the Houston Astros.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 5:03 PMNY Mets announce lineup vs Houston Astros for Sunday game
Here's a look at the New York Mets' lineup for Sunday's game vs. the Houston Astros.
- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 7:21 PMNY Mets announce lineup vs Houston Astros for Friday game
Here's a look at the New York Mets' lineup for Friday's game vs. the Houston Astros.
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