Francisco Lindor powered the New York Mets to a nail-biting 5-4 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday night at Citi Field, marking their first clash of the season between these NL East rivals. Lindor launched two home runs—including a leadoff shot for the second straight game—and drove in four runs, while Jesse Winker added a solo blast to help the Mets build a 5-0 lead by the seventh inning.
Tylor Megill delivered a dominant start for New York, striking out a career-high batters over.1 shutout innings and allowing just one hit, earning his third win of the season. The Mets’ bullpen nearly let the game slip away in the ninth, as Bryson Stott’s three-run homer and J.T. Realmuto’s RBI single brought the Phillies within a run. But closer Edwin Díaz slammed the door, striking out Trea Turner and Bryce Harper to secure his sixth save and preserve the Mets’ fifth consecutive win.
With the victory, the Mets improved to 16-7 overall and a remarkable 10-1 at home, maintaining their spot atop the division. The series continues Tuesday night as the Phillies look to bounce back and the Mets aim to extend their hot streak.
