Mets' Nolan McLean Makes History with Three Consecutive Wins

Nolan McLean has made a historic impact in his first three major league starts by becoming the first New York Mets pitcher to win all three, highlighted by an eight-inning shutout against the Philadelphia Phillies that completed a three-game sweep. Displaying a dominant arsenal including a sharp curveball and fastball, McLean allowed only four hits and no walks, striking out six while retiring 15 consecutive batters during the game. His performance has helped the Mets close the gap to four games behind the Phillies in the NL East, with the Mets improving to 8-3 since his debut and clinching the season series against their division rivals. McLean’s 0.89 ERA and 21 strikeouts across 20.1 innings are unmatched in Mets history for a pitcher’s first three starts, showcasing both electric stuff and strong pitchability. The Mets offense complemented his pitching with timely hits and a key two-run homer from Mark Vientos, boosting the team's confidence in a tight division race. With McLean continuing to provide a much-needed boost, the Mets are poised for a crucial four-game series against the Phillies in early September that could determine the NL East winner.