What is the New York Mets record in 2026?

The New York Mets are 68-79, 4th in the NL East.

Who is pitching for the Mets today?

Zac Thornton (3-5, 3.53 ERA) vs Gerrit Cole (8-8, 3.41 ERA). First pitch at 01:35 PM EDT.

What channel is the Mets game on today?

Today's game airs on SNY, YES, MLB Network, MLB Network. First pitch at 01:35 PM EDT.

New York Mets News & Updates

September 12, 2026

The New York Mets were 68-79, 4th in the NL East. Yesterday, the New York Mets came up short against the New York Yankees 4-6 at Yankee Stadium.

Mets Daily Vibe Check

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a hot week

Quietly productive. A 5-2 run over 7 games keeps things pointed up. Factor in offense humming at 7.7 R/G this week.

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Mets Game on September 12

Opponent:	New York Yankees (85-62)
Location:	Yankee Stadium
First Pitch:	01:35 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Zac Thornton (3-5, 3.53 ERA) vs Gerrit Cole (8-8, 3.41 ERA)
TV Broadcast:	SNY, YES, MLB Network, MLB Network
Forecast:	☀️ Clear sky, 67°F, Wind 1 mph

Mets Score & Recap

Yesterday, the New York Mets came up short against the New York Yankees 4-6 at Yankee Stadium.

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	R	H	E
	0	1	0	0	0	0	1	1	1	4	7	0
	1	3	0	0	1	0	0	1		6	13	1

Highlights

A.J. Ewing went 2-4 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.

Mets Record & Standings

NL East

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Braves	87	61	.588		W2
Phillies	82	66	.554	5.0	L2
Marlins	72	76	.486	15.0	L4
Mets	68	79	.463	18.5	L1
Nationals	68	81	.456	19.5	W1

New York Mets are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +8 run differential.

Mets Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
22 Juan Soto	24	.274	.918	59
19 Bo Bichette	16	.265	.714	73
3 Carson Benge	16	.272	.745	55

Pitching Leaders

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP
54 Daniel Duarte	2-0	2.20	0.80	28.2
26 Nolan McLean	11-9	3.24	1.18	166.2
45 Christian Scott	4-4	3.81	1.29	99.1

Hot Hitters

Player	Streak
9 A.J. Ewing	6 hits, 1 HR, 4 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games
28 Christopher Morel	3 hits, 1 HR, 4 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games
12 Francisco Lindor	3 hits, 2 HR, 4 RBI, .214 AVG in last 3 games

Mets News

The New York Mets faced the Yankees in a charged atmosphere on the 25th anniversary of 9/11, but the emotional backdrop couldn't lift them past an early deficit, resulting in a loss that underscored their struggles this season. Despite a four-game winning streak and a recent sweep of the Marlins, the Mets fell short in this Subway Series matchup, unable to capitalize on their recent offensive surge, scoring an average of 8.6 runs per game over the past week. Meanwhile, the team made a roster move, designating Chris Devenski for assignment while recalling Jack Weisenburger from Triple-A. As they prepare for what's left of the season, the Mets must channel their recent momentum to overcome their current challenges and finish strong.

Sources

Amazin' Avenue

The Mets attempted a comeback, but fell to the Yankees

On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, the Mets and Yankees met for a game that seemed bigger and more impactful than it realistically should have, given each team’s current playoff position. However, the emotions were running high and, despite multiple attempts at a comeback, the Mets couldn’t claw their way back from an early deficit, […]

Amazin' Avenue

Mets at Yankees: Lineups, broadcast info, and open thread, 9/11/26

Mets Lineup Nolan McLean – RHP Yankees Lineup Carlos Rodón – LHP Broadcast info First pitch: 7:05 pm EDTTV: WPIXRadio: Audacy Mets Radio WHSQ 880AM, Audacy App 92.3 HD2

Mlbtraderumors

Mets Designate Chris Devenski For Assignment

The Mets announced that they have recalled right-hander Jack Weisenburger from Triple-A Syracuse. Fellow righty Chris Devenski has been designated for assignment as the corresponding move. Devenski is a veteran journeyman. He was added to New York’s roster in late August. At the time, rosters were capped at 26 and Xzavion Curry had thrown 2 […]

Metsmerizedonline

Yankees Top Mets on Emotional Night for New York

The ceremonial first pitch was thrown out by a husband and wife who both lost parents in the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks. Sean McGuire and Brielle Saracini met in 2003 when they were 10 years old at a camp set up to support families affected by the tragedy. Players laid a wreath at a 9/11 […] The post Yankees Top Mets on Emotional Night for New York appeared first on Metsmerized.

Metsmerizedonline

Game Chat: Mets vs. Yankees, 7:05 PM

Friday, September 11, 2026 • 1:10 PM Yankee Stadium • Bronx, NY RHP Nolan McLean (11-8, 3.06) vs. LHP Carlos Rodón (5-3, 3.09) WPIX The Mets head into this weekend’s Subway Series on a four-game winning streak coming off of a sweep of the Marlins. Wednesday’s game was one of the crazier contests in Mets […] The post Game Chat: Mets vs. Yankees, 7:05 PM appeared first on Metsmerized.

MLB.com

Mets partner with 9/11 Day, host meal-packing event at Citi Field

NEW YORK -- Some eight hours before the Mets and Yankees gathered for a somber pregame ceremony at Yankee Stadium, a large black bus parked across town and opened its doors, dropping dozens of Major League Baseball employees outside Citi Field. They made their way up to the fifth floor,

Mets Upcoming Schedule

The New York Mets host the Baltimore Orioles for a 3-game series starting Monday.

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