Robert Stock leads the Mets to a 3-2 win against the Rays

The New York Mets opened their series against the Tampa Bay Rays with a 3-2 victory on Monday night. Robert Stock provided 5.1 scoreless innings in his start, earning his first major league win since 2019. Mark Vientos, recently returned from the injured list, contributed a solo home run in the seventh inning to extend the New York lead. Although Daniel Duarte allowed two runs in the eighth, Kodai Senga secured the save by closing out the ninth inning. Every New York starter except Francisco Lindor recorded at least one hit during the contest. The loss marks a setback for the American League-leading Rays as the series continues.

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