Game result and context
New York Mets defeat Philadelphia Phillies 6-3 in 2026 regular season matchup
The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-3 on September 18, 2026. Juan Soto led the Mets with a three-run home run in the sixth inning, while Zac Thornton earned the win on the mound.
Final result
The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies with a final score of 6-3. The game was played on September 18, 2026, as part of a four-game regular season series.
The Mets scored three runs in the first inning to take an early lead. The Phillies responded with one run in the second, one in the sixth, and one in the seventh, but the Mets added three more runs in the bottom of the sixth to seal the win.
How the game changed
The decisive moment occurred in the bottom of the sixth inning. With the Mets holding a narrow lead, Juan Soto hit a three-run home run, extending the New York advantage and providing the necessary cushion to hold off the Phillies for the remainder of the contest.
Key performances
Juan Soto paced the Mets offense, finishing the game with three hits in five at-bats, including his three-run home run and three total RBIs. Zac Thornton earned the win for New York, pitching 6.0 innings and allowing two earned runs while striking out four batters. A.J. Ewing also contributed for the Mets with two RBIs.
For the Phillies, Edmundo Sosa recorded three hits in three at-bats, including a solo home run. Derek Hill also hit a solo home run for Philadelphia. Starting pitcher José Urquidy provided 4.2 innings of scoreless relief work, striking out six batters.
Season and playoff context
Following the game, the Philadelphia Phillies hold a record of 85-69. They remain in second place in their division, 4.5 games back, and currently hold the second wild-card spot with a 0.5-game lead over the field. Their elimination number stands at 4.
The New York Mets move to 70-84 on the season. They are currently in fifth place in their division, 19.5 games back, and have been eliminated from playoff contention.