What is the New York Mets record in 2026?

The New York Mets are 69-82, 5th in the NL East.

Who is pitching for the Mets today?

Robert Stock (1-3, 5.93 ERA) vs Chris Bassitt (7-5, 4.88 ERA). First pitch at 07:10 PM EDT.

What channel is the Mets game on today?

Today's game airs on ESPN/ESPN App, ESPN/ESPN App. First pitch at 07:10 PM EDT.

New York Mets News & Updates

September 16, 2026

The New York Mets were 69-82, 5th in the NL East. Yesterday, the New York Mets were beaten by the Baltimore Orioles 5-7 at Citi Field.

Mets Daily Vibe Check

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Lukewarm

the bats are locked in

The numbers are pulling in both directions. Averaging 6.3 runs a game. The offense is holding up its end. Pulling the other way, a loss by 2 last night and the vibes reflect it.

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Mets Game on September 16

Opponent:	Baltimore Orioles (74-78)
Location:	Citi Field
First Pitch:	07:10 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Robert Stock (1-3, 5.93 ERA) vs Chris Bassitt (7-5, 4.88 ERA)
TV Broadcast:	ESPN/ESPN App, ESPN/ESPN App
Forecast:	☀️ Clear sky, 64°F, Wind 1 mph

Mets Score & Recap

Yesterday, the New York Mets were beaten by the Baltimore Orioles 5-7 at Citi Field.

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10+	R	H	E
	0	2	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	4	7	8	1
	1	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	2	5	12	0

The Baltimore Orioles clinched the win in the 11th inning.

Highlights

Bo Bichette went 3-6 with 1 RBI.
Carson Benge went 1-5 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.

Mets Record & Standings

NL East

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Braves	89	63	.586		W1
Phillies	83	68	.550	5.5	L1
Marlins	75	77	.493	14.0	W1
Nationals	71	81	.467	18.0	W4
Mets	69	82	.457	19.5	L3

New York Mets are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a +6 run differential.

Mets Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
21 Juan Soto	25	.275	.917	61
21 Bo Bichette	16	.264	.705	74
3 Carson Benge	18	.272	.752	58

Pitching Leaders

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP
54 Daniel Duarte	2-0	2.12	0.81	29.2
26 Nolan McLean	11-9	3.24	1.18	166.2
45 Christian Scott	4-5	3.76	1.26	105.1

Hot Hitters

Player	Streak
13 Luis Torrens	5 hits, 1 HR, 7 RBI, .556 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

Pitcher	Streak
21 Jonah Tong	6.0 IP, 6 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start
32 Tobias Myers	3.2 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games

Mets News

Pete Alonso’s 300th career home run was the highlight of a tough night for the Mets, who fell 7-5 to the Orioles in extra innings at Citi Field. The powerful first baseman tied the game with a solo shot off Kodai Senga in the ninth, prompting a raucous curtain call from the home crowd. While Alonso enjoyed his moment, the Mets struggled to capitalize on their recent offensive surge, averaging nearly 7 runs per game over the last week. The addition of Christian Cairo from waivers could bolster their infield depth, but the pitching staff, led by Sean Manaea, needs to step up after allowing too many runs in tight games. As the season winds down with a 69-81 record, the Mets must find a way to blend individual achievements with team success.

Sources

Amazin' Avenue

Orioles beat Mets in extras after Pete Alonso ties game with 300th home run in the ninth

Pete Alonso hit his 300th career home run, a solo shot off Kodai Senga that tied the game in the top of the ninth, and was cheered so loudly and for so long that he came out for a curtain call. And after the game went to extra innings, Alonso’s Orioles scored a run in […]

Amazin' Avenue

Mets vs. Orioles: Lineups, broadcast info, and open thread, 9/15/26

Mets lineup Francisco Lindor – SSJuan Soto – LFBo Bichette – 3BCarson Benge – RFJared Young – 1BMarcus Semien – 2BA.J. Ewing – CFBrett Baty – DHFrancisco Alvarez – C SP: Sean Manaea (LHP) Orioles lineup Rece Hinds – LFPete Alonso – 1BCoby Mayo – DHChristian Encarnacion-Strand – 3BGunnar Henderson – SSJeremiah Jackson – 2BYohel […]

Mlbtraderumors

Mets Claim Christian Cairo

The Phillies announced Tuesday that infielder Christian Cairo, whom they designated for assignment over the weekend, has been claimed off waivers by the division-rival Mets. The Mets haven’t yet announced the move, but they already have an open 40-man spot after recently designating reliever Chris Devenski for assignment. Cairo, 25, was Cleveland’s fourth-round pick in […]

Metsmerizedonline

Visiting Alonso Hits 300th Homer As Mets Fall 7-5 to Orioles in Extras

Pete Alonso’s return to Citi Field continued on Tuesday as the Mets and Orioles continued their three-game series. The Mets dropped game one to Baltimore on Monday, 2-1. On Tuesday night, they looked to Sean Manaea (5-7, 4.78 ERA, 131 SO) to have a strong outing on the mound against Shane Baz (6-15, 4.11 ERA) […] The post Visiting Alonso Hits 300th Homer As Mets Fall 7-5 to Orioles in Extras appeared first on Metsmerized.

Metsmerizedonline

Game Chat: Mets vs Orioles, 7:10 PM

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 • 7:10 PM Citi Field • Flushing, NY RHP Shane Baz (6-15, 4.05) vs. LHP Sean Manaea (5-7, 4.79) SNY Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso will both try to hit home run No. 300 again tonight at Citi Field. Pete Alonso returned to Citi Field Monday night in front of a […] The post Game Chat: Mets vs Orioles, 7:10 PM appeared first on Metsmerized.

MLB.com

On verge of 300 HRs, Lindor cedes milestone to former teammate for 1 night

NEW YORK -- After setting the Mets’ home run record late last season, Pete Alonso proceeded to add 11 more, upping the all-time franchise mark from 253 to 264. Then he left for Baltimore.

Mets Upcoming Schedule

The New York Mets host the Philadelphia Phillies for a 4-game series starting Thursday.

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