Juan Soto made a memorable debut at Citi Field with two home runs for the Mets, but it was the Arizona Diamondbacks who emerged victorious with a 4-2 win on Thursday. This marked a rare home series loss for New York, as the Diamondbacks clinched the series by winning the final two games. It was the first time the Mets had suffered consecutive losses at Citi Field since late July. Despite their strong record at home this season, the Mets saw their franchise-record streak of 10 straight home series wins come to an end.
Zac Gallen pitched a stellar game for the Diamondbacks, allowing just two hits over six innings. He kept the Mets at bay until Juan Soto’s impressive home runs in the sixth and eighth innings. Soto, who signed a lucrative contract last December, showcased his power with two long balls in the game. However, the Diamondbacks’ pitchers managed to hold off the Mets’ late rally attempts.
Geraldo Perdomo and Tim Tawa also contributed with home runs for the Diamondbacks, while Alek Thomas and Eugenio Suárez added RBIs to secure the win. Mets starter Kodai Senga put up a strong performance but ultimately took the loss.
The Diamondbacks will next face the Philadelphia Phillies with Merrill Kelly on the mound, while the Mets will send Clay Holmes to pitch against the St. Louis Cardinals in their upcoming games.
