Mets Defeat Brewers 8-4 in NL Wild Card

The New York Mets triumphed over the Milwaukee Brewers 8-4 in the opener of the NL Wild Card Series, with Mark Vientos contributing a pivotal two-run single during a five-run fifth inning. This victory marks the Mets' remarkable turnaround after securing a playoff berth by overcoming a three-run deficit in a previous game against Atlanta. Historically, MLB Game 1 winners in the Wild Card era have advanced in all prior series, making the Mets' position promising as they seek to face the Philadelphia Phillies next. Meanwhile, the Brewers continue to struggle in the playoffs, having lost 10 of their last 11 postseason games. In other playoff news, Tarik Skubal led the Detroit Tigers to their first postseason win since 2013, defeating the Houston Astros 3-1. San Diego Padres also emerged victorious against the Atlanta Braves, with standout performances from Michael King and Fernando Tatis Jr.