In a thrilling matchup between two NL East rivals, Juan Soto dominated the plate, hitting two home runs in the first three innings to give the Washington Nationals a strong lead over the New York Mets' arch-nemesis, the Philadelphia Phillies. However, the Mets had a dramatic turnaround in the seventh inning, scoring crucial runs to take the game 6-4. The Nationals' early lead seemed insurmountable, but the Phillies' bullpen struggled to contain the Mets' offense, ultimately leading to a stunning comeback. The Mets' victory marks a significant win in their pursuit of a playoff spot, while the Nationals' loss raises questions about their chances in the competitive NL East division.
Juan Soto blasted two homers in the first three innings before the Mets broke out in the seventh for a 6-4 victory over the Phillies.
