Another tough week for the Mets. There was some promise as the Mets fought back against the Braves, managing to split the series at two apiece. Then, the Mets traveled to Pittsburgh, where the wheels came off. They were swept by the Pirates, the second-to-last-place team in the National League. The Mets gave up an astonishing total of 30 runs in three games. The Mets’ pitching looked vulnerable to a team that was barely producing three runs per game entering the series. However, there were some glimmers of hope in an otherwise hopeless place.

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Offensive Player of the Week: Juan Soto 

Soto continued to impress last week. He made history by notching the most multi-home run games before age 27, surpassing MLB great Jimmie Foxx. He did this by belting two home runs against the Braves in the Mets’ 7-3 win on Wednesday. Soto slashed .304/.407/.826 with an OPS of 1.233 last week, hitting four home runs and six RBIs. Soto currently has 11 home runs in June, bringing his season total to 20. He currently leads the team in homers, runs (61), walks (68) and on-base percentage (.394).

Pitcher of the Week: Austin Warren 

Austin Warren got called up from Triple-A Syracuse on June 26. He was thrown right into the fire in his first game for the Mets this season. Warren came in for relief once Canning went down with an injury to his Achilles. Although short, his appearance was impactful, pitching 2 ⅓ innings, in which he only allowed one hit. He kept the Braves at bay, not allowing one run while striking out two batters, and ultimately picked up the win. Unfortunately for Warren, he was optioned back to Syracuse the following day. With all the injuries to the Mets’ pitching staff, we may see Warren back in the pen soon.

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Honorable Mention: Brett Baty 

Brett Baty is starting to catch fire again. Baty slashed .360/.407/.480 with an OPS of .887 last week. He hit three doubles and drove in three RBIs. Baty was able to drop his strikeout percentage to 13% compared to 22% the week before. Also of note, Baty’s BABIP last week was .500. Baty used the center of the field more frequently during the week, as 61% of his contacts were recorded there. It would be great for Baty to continue this success at a consistent rate, which could solidify his place in the lineup.

Up Next 

The Mets have a much-needed off day on Monday, then look to get back on track against the Brewers. The Brewers come in very hot to Citi Field, winners of eight of their last ten. Then it’s a battle for New York as the second leg of the Subway Series takes place at Citi Field on July 4. The Yankees won the previous series by taking two of three. Look for the Mets to get some revenge against their crosstown rivals, and get back to winning this week.