The New York Mets achieved a decisive 10-1 victory over the Washington Nationals, with Pete Alonso leading the charge by hitting a three-run homer and driving in five runs. This win placed the Mets two games ahead of the Atlanta Braves in the race for the final National League Wild Card spot, with only 11 games remaining in the regular season. Tylor Megill pitched a stellar six innings, allowing just one unearned run while striking out four batters. Luisangel Acuña contributed significantly, notching his first MLB home run and two RBIs, while also scoring three times. The victory was celebrated by a crowd of 24,932 at Citi Field, especially as the Braves lost their game against the Cincinnati Reds. The Mets now sit in a position to potentially secure a playoff berth as they continue their strong performance.