New York entered Monday having lost its last two games to Philadelphia but rebounded with a 3-1 win over Arizona.
The Mets' offense was powered by rookie sensation Pete Alonso, who went 2 for 4 at the plate with two home runs and two RBIs.
One more time because why not? ❄️🐻 #MetsWin pic.twitter.com/4LSgONglWY
— New York Mets (@Mets) September 10, 2019
New York also got a strong showing from Jacob deGrom, who tallied 11 strikeouts in seven innings of work while only giving up three hits.
The Diamondbacks' lone run of the night came off of a home run from Wilmer Flores in the fifth inning.
Welcome home, Wilmer! Flores sends one deep, 2-1. #RattleOn pic.twitter.com/yxTNq1qiQY
— FOX Sports Arizona (@FOXSPORTSAZ) September 10, 2019
Arizona and the Mets are both battling for the second National League wild-card spot and this series is crucial for both teams.
Studs of the Night
Atlanta's Josh Donaldson hit a home run and recorded three RBIs in the Braves' 7-2 win against the Phillies.
Yordan Alvarez went 2 for 5 and hit two home runs in the Astros' dominant 15-0 victory over the Athletics.
Dud of the Night
Cameron Maybin was hitless in four at-bats and struck out three times as the Yankees shut out the Red Sox, 5-0.
Highlight
Alvarez blasted this ball.
WHERE did this ball land!? pic.twitter.com/H8bejMym4i
— MLB (@MLB) September 10, 2019
What's Next?
Braves (90-55) at Phillies (74-69) 7:05 p.m. ET — Atlanta has won nine of its last 10 games and will try to keep its hot streak going against a Philadelphia squad that still has a chance to break into the playoff picture. The Phillies are just a few games back from the Cubs in the National League wild-card standings.