Mets Lead Phillies 2-1 After Game 3 Win

The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 7-2 in Game 3 of the NLDS, taking a 2-1 series lead and placing the Phillies on the brink of elimination. Mets pitcher Sean Manaea was instrumental in the victory, allowing only one run over seven-plus innings, while Pete Alonso and Jesse Winker contributed with solo home runs. The Phillies struggled offensively, managing just two hits and failing to capitalize on key opportunities, despite late RBIs from Bryce Harper and Nick Castellanos. The Mets' win positions them one game away from the NLCS, a stage they have not reached since 2015. Game 4 will see the Mets' Jose Quintana face off against the Phillies' Ranger Suarez, as Philadelphia fights to stay in the postseason. This pivotal match will determine if the Mets advance or if the series returns to Philadelphia for a deciding Game 5.