Since we bought a 20-game package for 2026, we got tickets for Opening Day. There was a full house at Citi Field. I saw reports of horrific traffic jams in Queens, but, as usual, we took the #7 to the ballpark. The Mets made several roster changes in the offseason, so this was obviously the first time to see the new players in action.
Freddy Peralta, acquired from the Milwaukee Brewers, gave up two home runs in the first inning, but it was uphill from there for the Mets. They scored 5 runs in the first to knock out the 2025 Cy Young Award Winner, Paul Skenes. The Mets were helped by defensive mistakes by centerfielder Oneil Cruz.
Rookie Carson Benge hit his first career home run, while catcher Francisco Alvarez also homered. Brandon Lowe hit two home runs for the Pirates.
It is a very long season, but so far, so good.
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