Soto Scores Tiebreaking Run in 8th as Mets Prevent Sweep by Reds
NEW YORK, JUL 20 – David Peterson pitched six strong innings and Ryne Stanek earned his second save as the Mets ended a three-game losing streak, moving within half a game of the NL East lead.
- On July 20, 2025, at Citi Field, the New York Mets beat the Cincinnati Reds 3-2, avoiding a three-game sweep.
- Amid ongoing offensive woes, New York Mets' Pete Alonso sat out with a right hand contusion, jeopardizing his 353-game streak.
- Amid bullpen concerns, David Peterson allowed one unearned run over six innings, and reliever Ryne Stanek earned his second save with a scoreless ninth.
- Ending the skid, the Mets now sit half a game behind the Philadelphia Phillies for the division lead.
- On Monday night, right-hander Kodai Senga will face Tyler Anderson, as the Reds chase a wild-card spot sitting 1½ games back.
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Mets clutch up in 8th inning to escape with win over Reds
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