Mets Top Reds 6-4 in Extra Innings

Mark Vientos powered the New York Mets to a 6-4 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Friday night, hitting two two-run homers, including a walk-off blast in the 10th inning. This victory marked the Mets' eighth consecutive win and kept them tied with the Atlanta Braves for the final NL wild-card spot. Vientos has been a significant contributor since rejoining the team in May, boasting a .289/.342/.563 slash line with 24 home runs. The Mets' bullpen, featuring strong performances from Reed Garrett, Edwin Díaz, and Jose Butto, secured the win after starter Sean Manaea allowed two two-run homers. Cincinnati tied the game twice with homers from Elly De La Cruz and TJ Friedl but couldn't hold the lead. The win also featured a notable moment with Edwin Díaz and his brother Alexis Díaz pitching in the same game for the first time.