David Peterson worked 5 innings in New York Mets' 2-1 win
Bo Bichette went 1-for-4, while David Peterson worked 5 innings in the New York Mets' win over the Washington Nationals.
By Gamebook Baseball Desk
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The New York Mets beat the Washington Nationals 2-1 on May 21, 2026, a margin of 1 run. Bo Bichette went 1-for-4, and David Peterson worked 5 innings, allowing 1 run on 82 pitches.
Scoring and standings
The New York Mets finished with 2 runs, 1 run more than the Washington Nationals. The offense scored in 1 of 9 innings, topped by a 2-run 3rd. The staff held the Washington Nationals without a run in 8 of 9 innings.
In the top of the 3rd, Bo Bichette drove in 2 runs with a single. The play put the New York Mets ahead to stay, 2-0.
The New York Mets stood 22-28, 4th in the division and 12.5 games back at the end of May 21, 2026.
Contributions at the plate
Bo Bichette went 1-for-4 with 2 RBIs. Brett Baty finished 2-for-4. Luis Torrens had 1 hit in 4 at-bats with 1 run.
Carson Benge finished 1-for-5. Marcus Semien had 1 hit in 4 at-bats. MJ Melendez collected 0 hits across 2 at-bats with 1 run. The New York Mets' 6 hits came from 5 batters. They also drew 2 walks.
Pitchers' work
David Peterson worked 5 innings on 82 pitches, allowing 4 hits and 1 run, walking 3 and striking out 3. Across 9 innings, the New York Mets' staff threw 134 pitches, allowed 5 hits and 1 run, issued 4 walks, and recorded 7 strikeouts.
Official sources
Team facts, standings, and players reflect the reporting date.