The New York Mets are on a roll as they gear up to face the Texas Rangers in a three-game series starting Monday in Arlington, Texas. The Mets have won five consecutive games and 11 out of their last 15, bringing them within four games of reaching a .500 record. Their recent weekend sweep against the San Diego Padres with a total score of 18-8 has boosted their confidence.
Shortstop Francisco Lindor expressed his optimism about the team’s performance, stating, “We are playing well. This is a good wave that we are riding right now. We just have to make sure we stay on it as long as we can.” Despite having the third-worst record in the National League, the Mets are only 1 1/2 games behind a wild-card spot.
Slugger Pete Alonso, who struggled in the previous six games, came back strong with a 2-for-5 performance, including a home run and five RBIs in Sunday’s game. Manager Carlos Mendoza commended the team for their perseverance and dedication, emphasizing the importance of staying positive through tough times.
On the other hand, the Texas Rangers, the defending World Series champions, are facing challenges with eight losses in their last 12 games. They were recently swept by the Seattle Mariners and are currently 8 1/2 games behind in the American League West. Manager Bruce Bochy acknowledged the team’s offensive struggles and injuries, emphasizing the need to find a way to score runs.
Adolis Garcia, a key player for the Rangers, has been struggling in June with just an 8-for-52 (.154) record and 15 strikeouts. Despite their setbacks, the Rangers are hopeful as they send right-hander Jon Gray to the mound in the upcoming game against the Mets’ left-hander David Peterson.
Gray, who recently returned from a stint on the injured list, will look to improve his performance against the Mets, where he has a career record of 1-3 with a 7.41 ERA. Peterson, on the other hand, is coming off a successful recovery from hip surgery and will aim to build on his recent solid outings.
The matchup between the Mets and the Rangers promises to be an exciting one, with both teams looking to gain momentum in the league standings. Fans can expect a competitive series as the two teams battle it out on the field.