The Mets keep waiting for the 2024 version of Sean Manaea to reappear, but after eight starts, there is little to suggest that it will happen. The 2025 version of the left-hander typically runs out of gas facing the order the third time through.

Mets’ Sean Manaea struggles again vs. Nationals as rotation woes grow, raising concerns with 35 games left in the NL Wild Card race.

After a difficult start to the summer, New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor is crushing his way through August.  In a 9-3 loss to the Washington Nationals o

David Peterson dominated the Nationals again, Mark Vientos homered for the second consecutive game and the New York Mets pounded Washington 8-1 for their third straight victory.

Brandon Nimmo’s neck would not allow him to look up. After the game was over, he was intentional with his head movements while talking to reporters. Luis Torrens sported a left hand that was wrapped in a ball after succumbing to a bat.

Nolan McLean starts for the Mets, coming off an impressive MLB debut, while lefty Joey Wentz (4-3, 4.72 ERA) takes the mound for the Braves. Atlanta (58-69) has endured a miserable season but has won eight of 10 games entering Friday's contest. The Braves vs. Mets game Friday will air exclusively on Apple TV+.

James Wood hit a three-run home run, Brady House had three hits and the host Washington Nationals rallied for a 9-3 win against the New York Mets, taking the rubber game of the series Thursday.

For the Mets to qualify for the postseason, they need better from Kodai Senga and an offense that slumbers against middle relievers.