Diamondbacks Edge Mets In Extra-Inning Thriller
Diamondbacks Edge Mets In Extra-Inning Thriller...
The Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the New York Mets 5-4 in a 10-inning nail-biter at Citi Field on Thursday night, capping a dramatic series between the two teams. The game, which featured multiple lead changes and a clutch go-ahead RBI single by Ketel Marte in the 10th, is trending as fans debate the Mets' bullpen struggles and Arizona's resilient comeback.
Thursday's matchup marked the finale of a three-game series that saw both teams trade wins. The Diamondbacks (5-2) took an early lead, but the Mets (3-4) rallied behind Pete Alonso's two-run homer in the sixth. Arizona tied it in the eighth before Marte's decisive hit off reliever Adam Ottavino sealed the victory.
The Mets' bullpen, which has allowed 11 runs in its last 12 innings, is under scrutiny after another late-game collapse. Manager Carlos Mendoza defended his relievers postgame, but fan frustration is growing as New York drops its third one-run loss of the young season.
Arizona's Paul Sewald earned the save, while Kevin Ginkel (2-0) got the win with a scoreless ninth. The game drew attention for a controversial overturned call in the seventh when a potential Mets go-ahead run was nullified after replay review.
With both teams now heading into weekend series—Arizona hosts St. Louis while New York travels to Cincinnati—the game's aftermath continues to spark discussions about early-season bullpen management and clutch hitting. MLB Network analysts highlighted the Diamondbacks' improved late-game execution compared to their 2025 struggles.
Attendance at Citi Field was 32,117, with many fans staying through the extra innings. The game lasted 3 hours and 42 minutes, the longest of either team's season so far. Social media reaction peaked postgame as #Mets and #Dbacks both trended nationally on X (formerly Twitter).
This marks Arizona's first series win in New York since 2021. For the Mets, it extends concerns about closing out tight games after their $315 million offseason bullpen overhaul. Both teams return to action Friday night.
