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Meet the Mess! Mets Outfield Boots It Around as Toronto’s Springer Scores Little League Homer
George Springer’s first triple of the season came on a first-inning misplay, and the Blue Jays snapped a six-game skid.
- On Monday, the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the New York Mets 2-1 after designated hitter George Springer scored on a first-inning triple and fielding error, creating a "Little League" home run.
- Mets outfielders Juan Soto and A.J. Ewing misplayed Springer's line drive to left field; Soto fanned on the ball while Ewing dropped it backing up the play, allowing the run to score.
- Blue Jays right-hander Trey Yesavage held the Mets to one run on three hits over 6 2/3 innings, while Mets starter Sean Manaea allowed two earned runs over 5 2/3 innings.
- Interim Mets manager Andy Green noted the frequent fielding mishaps in Toronto, as the team fell to 35-50 on the season, continuing a messy first half for the last-place club.
- Bichette received multiple standing ovations during his return to Rogers Centre on Monday, while Blue Jays right-hander Kevin Gausman will face Mets right-hander Nolan McLean in Tuesday's game.
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Mets Tie Dubious Franchise Record With Loss to Blue Jays
The New York Mets tied a dubious record with their 2-1 loss on Monday night against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. According to ESPN Insights, with a 35-50 record through the first 85 games of the season, the Mets have tied their franchise record for the fastest to 50 losses within their last 30 seasons. “With a loss to Toronto Monday night, the Mets have tied their record for fastest to 50 losses in a season over the last 30 years. The…
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"Worst defensive play I've ever seen" - Mets fans blast Juan Soto and AJ Ewing for bizarre mistakes on George Springer's Little League home run
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer gave the team an unforgettable start against the New York Mets on Monday night, racing home on a bizarre Little League-style home run that quickly went vir
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