Game result and context
New York Mets Defeat San Diego Padres 2-1
The New York Mets edged the San Diego Padres 2-1 in the first game of a three-game series, fueled by a two-run first inning.
Final result
The New York Mets defeated the San Diego Padres 2-1. The Mets move to 57-69 on the season, while the Padres fall to 67-59.
How the game changed
The Mets scored both of their runs in the bottom of the first inning. The Padres responded with a single run in the top of the second, but neither team scored for the remainder of the game.
Key performances
Nolan McLean earned the win for the Mets, pitching 6.0 innings with three strikeouts and one earned run allowed. Daniel Duarte recorded his second save of the season.
Walker Buehler took the loss for the Padres, allowing two earned runs over 6.0 innings with four strikeouts. Bo Bichette drove in a run for the Mets, while Fernando Tatis Jr. recorded an RBI for the Padres.
Series context
This game marks the first of a three-game regular season series between the two teams.
Official game sources
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