Cubs End Losing Streak with 10-3 Victory Over Mets

On September 24, 2025, the Chicago Cubs defeated the New York Mets 10-3 at Wrigley Field, breaking a five-game losing streak. The Cubs capitalized on a poor performance from Mets rookie pitcher Jonah Tong, who allowed five runs in the third inning alone. The Cubs' offense was led by Ian Happ, who hit a two-run double, and Michael Busch, who later added a two-run homer in the sixth inning. Cubs starter Matthew Boyd pitched effectively, allowing two runs over 5.1 innings, while reliever Aaron Civale secured the win with three scoreless innings.

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The Cubs took an early lead, scoring six runs in the first four innings. After a scoreless first two innings, the Cubs exploded in the third, with Happ's double followed by singles from Moisés Ballesteros and Seiya Suzuki, pushing the score to 5-0. Matt Shaw's solo home run in the fourth extended the lead to 6-0. Although the Mets managed to score two runs in the fifth, thanks to Francisco Alvarez's two-run homer, the Cubs quickly responded with additional runs, ultimately sealing the game at 10-3.

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The Mets faced significant challenges during the game, particularly with their pitching and defense. Jonah Tong's performance was subpar, as he recorded only six outs and allowed five earned runs, raising his ERA to 7.71 over his last five starts. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza acknowledged the difficulties faced by Tong, stating, “It’s hard to put it on them or blame them,” highlighting the pressure on inexperienced players in crucial games.

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Defensively, the Mets committed multiple errors, including a critical throwing error by Mark Vientos that allowed a run to score and a wild pitch by Clay Holmes that permitted Pete Crow-Armstrong to score from second base. Mendoza expressed frustration with the team's defensive lapses, emphasizing the need for improvement: “Routine plays, we expect those plays to be made.”

MLB Scores: Cubs 10, Mets 3—An overflowing trough of slop

With this loss, the Mets remained in a precarious position in the National League Wild Card race. They are still one game ahead of the Cincinnati Reds and Arizona Diamondbacks, who are also vying for the final playoff spot. Despite the defeat, the Mets received some favorable news as both the Reds and Diamondbacks lost their respective games, allowing the Mets to maintain their slim lead.

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The Cubs, having already secured a playoff berth, are now focused on clinching home-field advantage for the postseason. With their magic number reduced to two, they are in a strong position to secure a favorable matchup in the playoffs.

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The two teams will face off again on September 25, 2025, in the rubber match of the series. The Cubs will send Shota Imanaga to the mound against the Mets' Nolan McLean. Both teams will be looking to solidify their respective playoff positions as the regular season draws to a close.

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