New York Mets Extend Losing Streak to Ten Games Amidst Challenging Season
The New York Mets' woes have continued as the team has extended its losing streak to ten games, marking a significant downturn in their 2026 MLB season. This skid has left the Mets with the worst record in baseball, currently sitting at 7-15 as of April 20, 2026. The extended losing streak ties for the seventh-longest in franchise history and is the longest the team has experienced since 2004.
Expectations were high for the Mets coming into the season, bolstered by the second-highest payroll in Major League Baseball at $370 million. However, a combination of factors has led to their current struggles. The team has been particularly anemic offensively, scoring an average of just 1.83 runs per game during their losing streak, with nine of those losses featuring two runs or fewer.
Adding to their difficulties, the Mets have been without star player Juan Soto, who has been sidelined with a right calf strain. Soto's absence has been keenly felt, as the team has struggled to generate runs, hitting only three home runs over the past nine days. While Soto has since returned to the lineup, his return was unfortunately met with another injury concern for shortstop Francisco Lindor, who is now undergoing evaluation for left calf tightness.
Key players have also struggled on the mound. Pitcher Kodai Senga has been unable to complete the fourth inning in his recent starts, surrendering a combined 13 earned runs and 19 baserunners in under six innings pitched. Closer Devin Williams has also faced difficulties, giving up seven runs in just 1 1/3 innings over his last three appearances.
Despite the bleak outlook, manager Carlos Mendoza has expressed confidence in his team's ability to turn things around, stating, "We're all very aware of it, you know. But at the end of the day ... we have to come out and bring it."
The Mets' next scheduled games include a doubleheader against the Colorado Rockies on Sunday, April 26, 2026, after Saturday's game was postponed due to rain. The team will look to break their losing streak and begin climbing the standings in the competitive NL East.
Expectations were high for the Mets coming into the season, bolstered by the second-highest payroll in Major League Baseball at $370 million. However, a combination of factors has led to their current struggles. The team has been particularly anemic offensively, scoring an average of just 1.83 runs per game during their losing streak, with nine of those losses featuring two runs or fewer.
Adding to their difficulties, the Mets have been without star player Juan Soto, who has been sidelined with a right calf strain. Soto's absence has been keenly felt, as the team has struggled to generate runs, hitting only three home runs over the past nine days. While Soto has since returned to the lineup, his return was unfortunately met with another injury concern for shortstop Francisco Lindor, who is now undergoing evaluation for left calf tightness.
Key players have also struggled on the mound. Pitcher Kodai Senga has been unable to complete the fourth inning in his recent starts, surrendering a combined 13 earned runs and 19 baserunners in under six innings pitched. Closer Devin Williams has also faced difficulties, giving up seven runs in just 1 1/3 innings over his last three appearances.
Despite the bleak outlook, manager Carlos Mendoza has expressed confidence in his team's ability to turn things around, stating, "We're all very aware of it, you know. But at the end of the day ... we have to come out and bring it."
The Mets' next scheduled games include a doubleheader against the Colorado Rockies on Sunday, April 26, 2026, after Saturday's game was postponed due to rain. The team will look to break their losing streak and begin climbing the standings in the competitive NL East.
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