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Mets' Risky Pitching Decision Sparks Fan Outrage

9/26/2025

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Mets fans questioned using Richard Lovelady in a crucial game.
The Mets held a one-game lead in the NL Wild Card standings.
Rookie Jonah Tong struggled, allowing five runs before being replaced.
Lovelady was chosen due to a lack of options; he allowed Matt Shaw's fourth-inning homer.
The Mets hoped to conserve the bullpen for future games amid limited depth.

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Mets fans questioned using Richard Lovelady in a crucial game.
The Mets held a one-game lead in the NL Wild Card standings.
Rookie Jonah Tong struggled, allowing five runs before being replaced.
Lovelady was chosen due to a lack of options; he allowed Matt Shaw's fourth-inning homer.
The Mets hoped to conserve the bullpen for future games amid limited depth.