Mets defeat Diamondbacks 7-1, Juan Soto hits two homers

Juan Soto powered the New York Mets to a 7-1 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks with two home runs and three RBIs, marking his second multi-homer game of the season. Kodai Senga delivered six scoreless innings despite early control issues, walking five but allowing no runs and lowering his ERA to 1.16. Defensive plays, including a relay throw that cut down a runner at the plate and a caught stealing, helped Senga escape early trouble and kept the Diamondbacks off the scoreboard. Francisco Lindor contributed with two doubles and two RBIs as the Mets secured a series win and split the season series with Arizona. The victory also provided much-needed rest for the Mets' bullpen, with relievers efficiently closing out the game. The Mets' win could have playoff implications, given last season's tiebreaker scenarios with the Diamondbacks.