The New York Mets defeated the San Diego Padres 7-1 on Saturday, led by a grand slam from Francisco Lindor and a strong pitching performance from David Peterson. This victory puts the Mets ahead 4-1 in their season series against the Padres and moves them closer to a wild card spot. The Padres struggled offensively, managing only one run from a groundout by Luis Arraez. This series is crucial for both teams' playoff aspirations, with the Padres currently holding a slim lead over the Mets in the standings. In previous games, the Mets won 8-3 on Thursday with contributions from Jeff McNeil and Pete Alonso, while the Padres responded with a 7-0 win on Friday. The series continues to shape the National League wild card race.