Outfielder Juan Soto addressed his leadership style during a players-only meeting following the Mets’ 9-2 loss to the Pirates, acknowledging the pressure on the team while emphasizing his approach to leadership as more personal and not self-declared. Despite Soto’s strong June performance with a .322 average and 11 home runs, the Mets struggled, losing 13 of their last 16 games, prompting hopes for improvement as they face the Brewers.
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The Mets (61-44) aim for a three-game sweep against the San Francisco Giants (54-51) on Sunday at 7:10 p.m. on ESPN, with notable performances from Senga, who has allowed four earned runs in two starts since returning from the IL, and Mark Vientos, who is on a six-game hitting streak, while Pete Alonso struggles at the plate. Fans can watch the game online via ESPN with a subscription to a TV service provider or ESPN+. Want More Context? 🔎
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Yankees captain Aaron Judge has been placed on the injured list due to a flexor strain in his right elbow, but thankfully, there is no acute damage to his ulnar collateral ligament. After receiving a platelet-rich plasma injection, Judge hopes to return in 10 to 14 days as a designated hitter, while Giancarlo Stanton will prepare to help cover for him in the outfield. Want More Context? 🔎
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On Saturday, the Mets secured their sixth consecutive victory with a 2-1 win over the Giants, thanks to strong pitching from David Peterson and timely hitting from Mark Vientos, who extended his hitting streak to six games. Manager Carlos Mendoza noted Vientos' resurgence, while Tylor Megill is slated for another bullpen session on Sunday. Want More Context? 🔎
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