"As has been the theme all season, it was the Mets' bats' turn to betray a solid pitching performance. Despite Nolan McLean fighting his way through 5.1 innings of one-run ball, New York made struggling Phillies starter Aaron Nola look like his former ace-like self, mustering five hits in a 1-0 loss. The offense was putrid for a second straight game, which has helped extend the Mets' current losing streak to three games."
"We got out of the gate and everything was working. And then, at times, whether it was the starting pitching or runners in scoring position offensively, we haven't been able to play good defense at times. So, I feel like we haven't done that consistently, and here we are. But continue to trust the guys, I know we have a lot of talent and we're going to turn the page."
"Where the Mets are is not in a particularly good place. The series-opening loss in Philly on Monday night has all but destroyed any hope of mounting a late push for the division. Entering Tuesday night's action, they trail the Phillies by eight games for the National League East with 18 games to play, which means that Mendoza has to shift his sights toward reality rather than false hope. At this rate, the Mets are in danger of missing the postseason altogether."
The Mets' offense failed again, producing just five hits and losing 1-0 despite Nolan McLean's 5.1 innings of one-run pitching. The lineup was putrid for a second straight game, extending a losing streak to three after being held to two runs in Cincinnati and one hit through eight innings in another loss. Manager Carlos Mendoza acknowledged inconsistent execution in starting pitching, offense with runners in scoring position, and defense, and urged trust in the team's talent. The Mets trail the Phillies by eight games in the NL East with 18 games remaining and face the risk of missing the postseason as the Giants surge.
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