Kicking off baseball season 2026 with a postponed game, the New York Mets face the Colorado Rockies today, another weather challenge after a win streak.
The Latest on Weather Delays and Rescheduled Games
Weather delays are part of baseball. Friday night, the Colorado Rockies edged the New York Mets 4-3. This morning, the New York Mets announced that today's game has been postponed. Rain is the culprit again, setting up a doubleheader. The Mets' win streak, snapped by a double-play laden game the night before, continues to falter.
New York fans need not worry: the Mets will play a doubleheader against the Rockies, rescheduling the game for April 26, 2026. The Rockies had a 4-1 lead in the seventh inning. April 2026 is shaping up to be a month of doubleheaders for the Mets, with a record of 9-17. With the game being rescheduled, the rain has kept the Mets from their 10th win.
Michael Lorenzen, the Rockies' starter, delivered seven strong innings, inducing three double plays and pitching the Rockies to a 4-3 victory. The Mets' struggles against the Rockies were compounded by four double plays, leaving the team unable to stage a comeback.
Rockies Pitching and Double Plays: The Dominant Force
The Rockies' pitching performance was a major factor in their victory. Michael Lorenzen, who pitched an impressive seven innings, was pivotal in holding off the Mets.
Lorenzen not only pitched well but also induced three double plays, which significantly disrupted the Mets' offensive momentum. The Mets' inability to manage these critical situations allowed the Rockies to maintain control of the game. Sean Manaea, the Mets' starter, also struggled, giving up two runs which led to a 4-1 deficit.
Mets’ Offensive Challenges
The Mets’ offensive struggles were evident in their 4-3 loss to the Rockies. The team hit into four double plays, making it difficult to score runs.
These double plays, induced by Lorenzen, played a crucial role in the Rockies' victory. The Mets' inability to capitalize on opportunities against a Rockies team that entered the game with a 10-16 record was a stark reminder of their offensive challenges.
"The Mets have been struggling to convert key situations into runs and today was clearly a day to forget," said a local sports analyst. "Double plays are a killer in baseball, and the Mets just couldn't overcome them today.
The Rockies' pitching and fielding were exceptional, especially in the final innings, where they held off the Mets’ late-game push. Freddy Peralta and Michael Lorenzen were key pitchers for the Rockies, while the Mets struggled to find a rhythm against them.
And the rain persists. Fans can expect an intense doubleheader tomorrow, with the Mets aiming to shake off their recent slump and the Rockies looking to maintain their momentum. The next game could anchor some interesting internal links.
The Mets will have to find a way to overcome the weather and the Rockies if they hope to win.
