Mets Stay Playoff Bound with Holmes’ Six-Scoreless-Inning One-Hitter

The New York Mets secured a crucial 5-0 victory over the Miami Marlins, largely due to an outstanding pitching performance by Clay Holmes, who threw six scoreless innings allowing only one hit. Pete Alonso bolstered the offense with a home run, double, and two RBIs, helping the Mets maintain a half-game lead over the Cincinnati Reds for the final National League wild-card spot, with postseason fate to be decided in the season's final game. Holmes, who has transitioned into a starting role this season, delivered his best start, effectively using a varied pitching approach to keep hitters off balance and contributing to his 12-8 record and 3.53 ERA. The Mets' bullpen, including Brooks Raley, Tyler Rogers, and Edwin Díaz, closed out the shutout, preserving the team's playoff hopes. Manager Carlos Mendoza praised Holmes’ dominant outing as vital for keeping their postseason chances alive, highlighting the importance of the sinker pitch and ground ball outs. This win echoes historic Mets performances in similar situations, inspiring hope that the team will finally advance to the postseason this year.