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Mets Fall to Cardinals 2-1 in 11 Innings

4/2/2026

Summary

Winn's Walk-Off Victory

The New York Mets lost 2-1 in 11 innings to the St. Louis Cardinals.
Masyn Winn of the St. Louis Cardinals delivered the walk-off single.
The Mets squandered a bases-loaded opportunity in the 11th.
Juan Soto of the Mets hit a solo home run, the Mets' only run in 17 innings, as they head to San Francisco for a four-game series.

Summary

Senga's Strong Debut

Kodai Senga struck out nine over six innings in his season debut, but the Mets lost 3-0 to the St. Louis Cardinals.
The Mets collected only three hits, leaving the offense stagnant.
Ivan Herrera's two-run double and Ramón Urías' homer sealed a 3-0 Cardinals win.
The Mets aim to rebound in their next game against the Cardinals.
Manager Carlos Mendoza cited Senga's improved velocity and pitch selection as promising signs.

History

Historical Context

The New York Mets, established in 1962, achieved a historic milestone by winning their first World Series in 1969, defeating the heavily favored Baltimore Orioles in five games. This victory marked the Mets as the first expansion team to win a World Series, a significant turnaround from their previous struggles, including a 120-loss inaugural season. Today, the Mets face challenges reminiscent of their early years, struggling offensively against the St. Louis Cardinals.

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Winn's Walk-Off Victory

The New York Mets lost 2-1 in 11 innings to the St. Louis Cardinals.
Masyn Winn of the St. Louis Cardinals delivered the walk-off single.
The Mets squandered a bases-loaded opportunity in the 11th.
Juan Soto of the Mets hit a solo home run, the Mets' only run in 17 innings, as they head to San Francisco for a four-game series.

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