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Zac Thornton shines despite Mets' loss to Padres

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 4:17 AM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Zac Thornton shines despite Mets' loss to Padres
Summary

New York Mets interim manager Andy Green expressed encouragement over rookie Zac Thornton's performance despite a 5-2 loss to the San Diego Padres on August 18. Thornton pitched five innings, allowing three earned runs, all from Fernando Tatis Jr.'s two home runs, while striking out seven. Green noted Thornton's curveball showed promise in enhancing his pitching arsenal, particularly as it was used more prominently than in previous outings. The Mets ended a four-game winning streak, pushing their record to 57-70.

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  • •Mets lost 5-2 to the Padres on August 18.
  • •Zac Thornton allowed three earned runs and struck out seven in five innings.
  • •Fernando Tatis Jr. hit two home runs off Thornton.
  • •Mets drop to 57-70, ending a four-game winning streak.
  • •Andy Green praised Thornton's curveball usage and competitiveness.
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  • 4:17 AMYahoo Sports — Mets news: Andy Green 'encouraged' by Zac Thornton's 'gritty' outing vs. Padres
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Despite Tuesday's 5-2 loss to the Padres, New York Mets interim manager Andy Green praised Zac Thornton's 'gritty' outing.

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