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.
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
- 1. Friday: Cubs beat Mets 12-4 with homers from Ballesteros, Hoerner, and Happ.
- 2. Following Friday: Mets' losing streak measured at nine games and heavy run differential noted.
- 3. Saturday: Cubs won 4-2; Carson Kelly hit a pinch-hit, tiebreaking three-run homer.
- 4. After Saturday: Mets' losing streak reached ten games and cumulative outscoring reported.
- 5. Reports cite pitching concerns for Mets (e.g., Kodai Senga's elevated ERA) and Cubs' sustained offensive scoring.
Why it matters
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.
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