Cubs power past Mets, extend long losing streak
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Chicago. The Chicago Cubs defeated the New York Mets 12-4 on Friday as Moisés Ballesteros, Nico Hoerner and Ian Happ hit home runs, and then followed with a 4-2 victory on Saturday when pinch-hitter Carson Kelly delivered a tiebreaking three-run homer. Both games were reported in AP-style recaps and republished by multiple outlets. The back-to-back losses extended the Mets' skid to nine games after Friday and to ten games following Saturday, leaving New York with a cumulative run deficit (56-16 after the first report, later reported as 60-18) and renewed scrutiny of starting pitching performances such as Kodai Senga's elevated ERA through four starts.
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Timeline of Events
- Friday: Cubs beat Mets 12-4 with homers from Ballesteros, Hoerner, and Happ.
- Following Friday: Mets' losing streak measured at nine games and heavy run differential noted.
- Saturday: Cubs won 4-2; Carson Kelly hit a pinch-hit, tiebreaking three-run homer.
- After Saturday: Mets' losing streak reached ten games and cumulative outscoring reported.
- Reports cite pitching concerns for Mets (e.g., Kodai Senga's elevated ERA) and Cubs' sustained offensive scoring.
Why This Matters to You
If you're a Mets fan, this losing streak is tough. It's not just about the losses, but the run deficit too. If you're a Cubs fan, it's a good time to celebrate. Either way, it's worth keeping an eye on the team's performances. Check the stats before the next game.
The Bottom Line
The Mets are in a slump, and the Cubs are capitalizing. Pitching concerns for the Mets, like Senga's high ERA, are under the microscope. Meanwhile, the Cubs are showing strong offense. Worth forwarding if you know someone who loves a good baseball debate.
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The Chicago Cubs benefited from multiple offensive contributions — homers by Moisés Ballesteros, Nico Hoerner, Ian Happ and a tiebreaking Carson Kelly pinch-hit homer — plus effective starting pitching (Edward Cabrera, Jameson Taillon) that produced consecutive victories and improved team momentum.
The New York Mets suffered an extended losing streak — reaching nine then ten consecutive defeats — characterized by being heavily outscored (56-16 then 60-18 cumulative totals) and pitching struggles including Kodai Senga's elevated ERA through four starts.
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