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Jonah Tong's Stellar Debut Sparks Mets' Record-Setting Win

9/1/2025

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Jonah Tong debuted for the New York Mets, allowing one earned run in five innings during a 19-9 win over the Miami Marlins.
The Mets set a franchise record with six home runs in the game.
Tong struck out six batters and received a standing ovation from 42,112 fans.
He was promoted after a strong minor league season with a 1.43 ERA in 22 starts.
The game highlighted Tong's journey from Markham, Ontario, to Major League Baseball.

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Story summary

Jonah Tong debuted for the New York Mets, allowing one earned run in five innings during a 19-9 win over the Miami Marlins.
The Mets set a franchise record with six home runs in the game.
Tong struck out six batters and received a standing ovation from 42,112 fans.
He was promoted after a strong minor league season with a 1.43 ERA in 22 starts.
The game highlighted Tong's journey from Markham, Ontario, to Major League Baseball.