New York Mets scored 4 runs in a 4-1 win over Philadelphia Phillies
Francisco Alvarez homered and drove in 2 runs, while Christian Scott worked 5⅔ innings in the New York Mets' win over the Philadelphia Phillies.
By Gamebook Baseball Desk
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The New York Mets scored 4 runs and beat the Philadelphia Phillies by 3 on July 16, 2026. Francisco Alvarez homered and drove in 2 runs, and Christian Scott worked 5⅔ innings, allowing 0 runs on 79 pitches.
Final score and record
The New York Mets finished with 4 runs, 3 runs more than the Philadelphia Phillies. The offense scored in 3 of 9 innings, topped by a 2-run 7th. The staff held the Philadelphia Phillies without a run in 8 of 9 innings.
In the top of the 3rd, Francisco Alvarez drove in 1 run with a home run. The play put the New York Mets ahead to stay, 1-0.
The New York Mets stood 41-57, 5th in the division and 15.5 games back at the end of July 16, 2026.
Offensive contributors
Francisco Alvarez went 2-for-3 with 2 runs, 2 home runs, 2 RBIs, and 1 walk. Brett Baty finished 2-for-4 with 1 run, 1 home run, and 1 RBI. A.J. Ewing had 1 hit in 5 at-bats with 1 double and 1 RBI.
Juan Soto finished 1-for-1 with 3 walks. Carson Benge had 1 hit in 4 at-bats. Jared Young collected 0 hits across 2 at-bats with 1 run and 2 walks. The New York Mets' 7 hits came from 5 batters. They also drew 6 walks. 4 hits went for extra bases.
Work on the mound
Christian Scott worked 5⅔ innings on 79 pitches, allowing 3 hits and 0 runs, striking out 7. Across 9 innings, the New York Mets' staff threw 120 pitches, allowed 4 hits and 1 run, issued 1 walk, and recorded 9 strikeouts.
Official sources
Team facts, standings, and players reflect the reporting date.