What is the New York Mets record in 2026?

The New York Mets are 74-87, 5th in the NL East.

Who is pitching for the Mets today?

Sean Manaea (6-7, 4.67 ERA) vs DJ Herz (0-1, 9.00 ERA). First pitch at 01:05 PM EDT.

What channel is the Mets game on today?

Today's game airs on SNY, Nationals.TV. First pitch at 01:05 PM EDT.

New York Mets News & Updates

September 27, 2026

The New York Mets were 74-87, 5th in the NL East. Yesterday, the New York Mets dominated the Washington Nationals 7-1 at Nationals Park.

Mets Daily Vibe Check

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last night's win

In a good rhythm. Last night's win by 6 gives the score a boost. Also helping: a +13 run differential over the last 7. They're winning the math.

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Mets Game on September 27

Opponent:	Washington Nationals (76-85)
Location:	Nationals Park
First Pitch:	01:05 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Sean Manaea (6-7, 4.67 ERA) vs DJ Herz (0-1, 9.00 ERA)
TV Broadcast:	SNY, Nationals.TV
Forecast:	🌦️ Light drizzle, 59°F, Wind 10 mph

Mets Score & Recap

Yesterday, the New York Mets dominated the Washington Nationals 7-1 at Nationals Park.

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

Highlights

Carson Benge went 3-5.
Ronny Mauricio went 2-4 with 2 HR and 3 RBI.
A.J. Ewing went 1-3 with 1 HR and 3 RBI.

Mets Record & Standings

NL East

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Braves	94	67	.584		W1
Phillies	87	74	.540	7.0	L4
Marlins	79	82	.491	15.0	L1
Nationals	76	85	.472	18.0	L1
Mets	74	87	.460	20.0	W1

New York Mets are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +13 run differential.

Mets Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
22 Juan Soto	27	.278	.919	68
19 Bo Bichette	18	.261	.705	78
3 Carson Benge	20	.280	.773	64

Pitching Leaders

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP
26 Nolan McLean	12-10	3.16	1.17	179.2
21 Jonah Tong	2-2	3.82	1.24	30.2
44 Austin Warren	2-3	4.01	1.34	49.1

Hot Hitters

Player	Streak
3 Carson Benge	6 hits, 1 HR, 2 RBI, .545 AVG in last 3 games
0 Ronny Mauricio	3 hits, 2 HR, 4 RBI, .3 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

Pitcher	Streak
21 Jonah Tong	6.0 IP, 6 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start
72 Dedniel Núñez	3.0 scoreless IP, 6 K in 3 recent games

Mets News

A.J. Ewing’s game-changing three-run blast in the seventh inning propelled the Mets to a 6-1 victory over the Nationals, but it was Ronny Mauricio’s back-to-back homer that showcased the spark in this underdog lineup. With Jonah Tong setting a career high in strikeouts, the Mets turned a disappointing season around for one afternoon, though they still face a last-place finish in the NL East. The coaching staff's experimentation with young talent continues, as Brett Baty, starting at shortstop for the first time, aims to enhance his defensive versatility. While Kodai Senga’s future remains uncertain as he prepares for his final outing, today’s win offers a glimmer of hope for a team looking to revamp for next season, highlighting the importance of these late-season performances.

Sources

Amazin' Avenue

A.J. Ewing’s home run give Mets win over Nationals, Tong finishes strong

The Mets failed to score in the first six innings of their game against the Nationals this afternoon, but with the team trailing 1-0 in the top of the seventh, A.J. Ewing’s three-run home run turned the game on its head. And Ronny Mauricio made it back-to-back home runs right after that, giving the Mets […]

Amazin' Avenue

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

Mets lineup Francisco Lindor – DHJuan Soto – LFBo Bichette – 3BCarson Benge – RFMark Vientos – 1BBrett Baty – SSFrancisco Alvarez – CA.J. Ewing – CFRonny Mauricio – 2B SP: Jonah Tong (RHP) Nationals lineup James Wood – RFAbimelec Ortiz – DHDylan Crews – CFCJ Abrams – 2BBrady House – 3BDaylen Lile – LFYohandy […]

Metsmerizedonline

Tong Sets Career High for Strikeouts, Mauricio Homers Twice in Mets Win

Jonah Tong made his last start of the season, both in the minors and majors, on Saturday against the Washington Nationals in what has been a year full of trials. Tong was called up briefly earlier in the season and had his ups and downs in Triple-A Syracuse. Manager Andy Green challenged him leading up […] The post Tong Sets Career High for Strikeouts, Mauricio Homers Twice in Mets Win appeared first on Metsmerized.

Metsmerizedonline

Game Chat: Mets vs Nationals, 12:35 PM

Saturday, September 26, 2026 • 12:35 PM Nationals Park • Washington, DC RHP Jonah Tong (2-2, 4.21) vs. LHP Connelly Early (7-5, 3.44) SNY With the loss last night, the Mets have locked themselves into a last-place NL East finish. Disappointing for sure, but also an opportunity to have quite the glow-up next season. Despite […] The post Game Chat: Mets vs Nationals, 12:35 PM appeared first on Metsmerized.

MLB.com

Senga's role, future with Mets uncertain entering '26 offseason

WASHINGTON -- At some point Sunday, Kodai Senga will take the mound for his final appearance in 2026. Then it will be onto the offseason and an uncertain future. For the past two months, the Mets have experimented with Senga as a leverage reliever -- an experiment that largely has

MLB.com

Baty gets 1st MLB start at shortstop with Mets' eye on defensive versatility

WASHINGTON -- In their penultimate game on Saturday, the Mets ran with an unorthodox defensive alignment, starting Brett Baty at shortstop for the first time in his career. The idea was to give Baty, who began the day with four career innings at short (all late in games this season)

Mets Upcoming Schedule

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