Game result and context
New York Mets defeat Tampa Bay Rays 10-4 in 2026 regular season matchup
The New York Mets defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 10-4 on September 2, 2026. The Mets improved to 63-77, while the Rays fell to 83-56.
Final result
The New York Mets defeated the Tampa Bay Rays with a final score of 10-4. The game concluded after nine innings of play.
The Mets move to a 63-77 record on the season. The Rays, despite the loss, maintain an 83-56 record.
How the game changed
The Mets established an early lead by scoring three runs in the first inning. They added three more in the third to build a 6-1 advantage.
The Rays attempted a comeback in the bottom of the fourth inning when Richie Palacios hit a two-run home run, narrowing the deficit to 6-4. However, the Mets responded by scoring three runs in the seventh and one in the eighth to pull away for the win.
Key performances
Nick Morabito and Brett Baty were instrumental for the Mets, each contributing three RBIs. Juan Soto added to the offensive production with two hits, including a solo home run in the eighth inning.
For the Rays, Richie Palacios provided the primary power, finishing the game with one hit, two runs scored, and two RBIs via his fourth-inning home run.
Season and playoff context
The Tampa Bay Rays remain in first place in their division with a magic number of 20. The New York Mets sit in fifth place in their division, 20.0 games back, with an elimination number of 3 and a wild-card elimination number of 12.