Mets Edge Giants 2-1 for 6th Straight Win Behind Vientos, Peterson

Sunday, July 27th, 2025

New York Mets Edge San Francisco Giants 2-1 on July 26, 2025

SAN FRANCISCO -- Mark Vientos laced a two-run double, All-Star lefty David Peterson pitched out of trouble for six effective innings and the New York Mets held off the San Francisco Giants 2-1 on Saturday night for their sixth consecutive victory.

Game Highlights

First baseman Pete Alonso robbed Patrick Bailey of a tying double with a leaping catch for the final out. Alonso, never known for his defense, also made several terrific plays in the field early in Friday night's series-opening win.

Starling Marte doubled twice and walked as the Mets maintained their half-game lead in the NL East over Philadelphia.

Jung Hoo Lee had three hits for the Giants, who have lost eight of 10.

New York stranded four runners in scoring position before Vientos came through with a two-out hit off starter Robbie Ray (9-5) to give the Mets a 2-1 lead in the sixth.

The double scored Juan Soto and Marte, both of whom walked.

Pitching Performances

Peterson (7-4) pitched with runners in scoring position in four of his six innings. He allowed eight hits and one run with four strikeouts and three walks.

Reed Garrett and Ryne Stanek each retired three batters. All-Star closer Edwin Díaz worked around a one-out double in a shaky ninth for his 22nd save.

Robbie Ray gave up two runs and five hits in 5 2/3 innings.

Giants' Notes

Rafael Devers made his third start at first base for the Giants since being acquired from Boston on June 15. He had a rough night on defense and committed an error in the seventh.

Key Moment

Wilmer Flores singled leading off the bottom of the sixth but was thrown out stretching by Mets left fielder Brandon Nimmo.

Key Stat

After throwing 26 pitches in the first, Ray found a groove and needed only 44 to get through the next three innings.

Up Next

Mets RHP Kodai Senga (7-3, 1.79 ERA) pitches the series finale Sunday. San Francisco had not announced a scheduled starter.

In Summary

The New York Mets secured their sixth consecutive victory against the San Francisco Giants on July 26, 2025, winning 2-1. Mark Vientos delivered a crucial two-run double, while David Peterson pitched six effective innings for his seventh win of the season. Key defensive plays by Pete Alonso, including a game-ending catch, highlighted the Mets' strong performance. Edwin Díaz closed out the game for his 22nd save, maintaining the Mets' lead in the NL East. Despite Jung Hoo Lee's three hits, the Giants' offense struggled against the Mets' pitching, extending their recent losing streak.

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