A strong performance from reliever Zac Thornton wasn’t enough to prevent the Mets from falling to the Astros in a tightly contested game. The loss was largely driven by errors from the bullpen and a costly misplay by infielder Jared Young, who botched a key play that shifted momentum in Houston’s favor. Despite Thornton’s standout effort, the Astros’ offense and defensive execution proved decisive. Fans will want to see how the team responds after another frustrating setback.
Zac Thornton impressed, but Mets relievers and a Jared Young error fueled a 6-3 loss to the Astros.
