What is the New York Mets record in 2026?

The New York Mets are 73-87, 5th in the NL East.

Who is pitching for the Mets today?

Jonah Tong (2-2, 4.21 ERA) vs Connelly Early (7-5, 3.44 ERA). First pitch at 12:35 PM EDT.

What channel is the Mets game on today?

Today's game airs on SNY, Nationals.TV. First pitch at 12:35 PM EDT.

New York Mets News & Updates

September 26, 2026

The New York Mets were 73-87, 5th in the NL East. Yesterday, the New York Mets couldn’t hold off the Washington Nationals 6-7 at Nationals Park.

Mets Daily Vibe Check

56°

Lukewarm

outscoring opponents

Balanced, and not in the fun way. Outscoring opponents by 10 this week. Factor in scoring 5.4 runs per game over the last 7. The offense is pulling its weight.

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Mets Game on September 26

Opponent:	Washington Nationals (76-84)
Location:	Nationals Park
First Pitch:	12:35 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Jonah Tong (2-2, 4.21 ERA) vs Connelly Early (7-5, 3.44 ERA)
TV Broadcast:	SNY, Nationals.TV
Forecast:	☁️ Overcast, 68°F, Wind 18 mph

Mets Score & Recap

Yesterday, the New York Mets couldn’t hold off the Washington Nationals 6-7 at Nationals Park.

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	R	H	E
	1	0	2	0	2	0	0	1	0	6	9	1
	2	0	4	0	0	0	1	0		7	11	0

Highlights

Bo Bichette went 2-4 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.

Mets Record & Standings

NL East

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Braves	93	67	.581		L2
Phillies	87	73	.544	6.0	L3
Marlins	79	81	.494	14.0	W1
Nationals	76	84	.475	17.0	W3
Mets	73	87	.456	20.0	L2

New York Mets are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +10 run differential.

Mets Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
22 Juan Soto	27	.276	.917	68
19 Bo Bichette	18	.261	.705	78
3 Carson Benge	20	.277	.768	64

Pitching Leaders

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP
26 Nolan McLean	12-10	3.16	1.17	179.2
44 Austin Warren	2-3	4.01	1.34	49.1
38 Devin Williams	3-2	4.54	1.61	39.2

Hot Pitchers

Pitcher	Streak
21 Jonah Tong	6.0 IP, 6 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start

Mets News

The Mets’ 7-6 loss to the Nationals marked a disheartening start to their final series of the season, effectively sealing their fate at the bottom of the NL East. In a game riddled with pitching woes, particularly a disastrous third inning, they allowed the Nationals to take control, leaving fans frustrated. Yet, amidst the chaos, there was a glimmer of hope as rookie Carson Benge achieved a significant milestone, becoming the first Mets rookie to reach the 20-20 club. Despite the mixed feelings surrounding the team’s performance and the uncertainty of their off-season plans, Benge’s accomplishment stands out as a bright spot in an otherwise disappointing campaign. As the Mets aim to salvage some pride in the series finale, they must reevaluate their approach and regroup for the challenges ahead.

Sources

Amazin' Avenue

Mets need to put a tent on this circus

The Mets fell to the Nationals by a score of 7-6 to open up the final series of the season. The Mets went with a bullpen game and most of the damage came in a disastrous third inning. It’s hard to say who was at fault but it certainly wasn’t a good look for Francisco […]

Amazin' Avenue

Mets at Nationals: Lineups, broadcast info, and open thread, 9/25/26

Mets Lineup Francisco Lindor – SSJuan Soto – LFBo Bichette – 3BMark Vientos – DHCarson Benge – RFFrancisco Alvarez – CMarcus Semien – 2BA.J. Ewing – CFChristopher Morel – 1B SP: Justin Hagenman – RHP Nationals Lineup James Wood – DHAndres Chaparro – 1BBrady House – 3BDylan Crews – RFCJ Abrams – SSJacob Young – […]

Mlbtraderumors

Mets Outright Xzavion Curry

The Mets sent right-hander Xzavion Curry outright to the club’s Florida Complex League affiliate ahead of Friday’s game against the Nationals. Curry was designated for assignment on Wednesday after the team claimed lefty Philip Abner off waivers from the Giants. Curry opened the season in the Mexican League. He signed a minor league deal with […]

Metsmerizedonline

Benge Reaches 20/20 Milestone in Mets’ Loss to Nationals

The Mets (73-87) took on the Nationals (76-84) in the first game of a three-game set at Nationals Park. The Mets began the final series of the year looking to avoid finishing in last place in the NL East. Unfortunately, that dream is no more, as the Mets lost 7-6 in a back-and-forth game. The […] The post Benge Reaches 20/20 Milestone in Mets’ Loss to Nationals appeared first on Metsmerized.

Metsmerizedonline

Game Chat: Mets vs. Nationals, 6:45 PM

Friday, September 25, 2026 • 6:45 PM Nationals Park • Washington, DC LHP Jefry Yan (2-1, 4.34) vs. LHP Andrew Alvarez (2-6, 3.17) WPIX The Mets head to D.C. for the final series of the 2026 season. It’s been a disappointing season for the Mets, who started the year with World Series aspirations. Things fell […] The post Game Chat: Mets vs. Nationals, 6:45 PM appeared first on Metsmerized.

MLB.com

Benge powers ROTY case, becomes 1st Mets rookie to join 20-20 club

WASHINGTON -- Considering Major League Baseball has been around for more than a century and a half, it can be difficult to crack any sort of statistical list that only has eight people on it. Yet that is precisely what Carson Benge did on Friday, when he hit his 20th

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