New York Mets Crush Marlins 19-9 as Jonah Tong Shines in Debut and Franchise Sets Home Run Record

Friday, August 29th, 2025

New York Mets Make History with 19-9 Victory Over Miami Marlins

The New York Mets delivered a record-setting performance at home, overpowering the Miami Marlins 19-9 on Friday night. The Mets hit six home runs and set a new franchise record for the most runs scored in a home game.

Jonah Tong Shines in Major League Debut

Mets rookie Jonah Tong (1-0) made a spectacular major league debut, allowing just one earned run over five innings. The 22-year-old right-hander from Canada struck out six batters and didn't allow a walk, throwing 63 of his 97 pitches for strikes. Tong's unique over-the-top delivery drew comparisons to Tim Lincecum and earned him a standing ovation from the sellout crowd of 42,112. The Mets gave Tong early run support with a 5-0 lead in the first inning and extended it to a commanding 12-0 by the second.

Mets Slug Six Home Runs

New York's offense was electric from the start. Juan Soto blasted a two-run homer, and Brandon Nimmo followed with a three-run shot before the Marlins could record an out in the first inning against Eury Pérez (6-4). Pete Alonso added a two-run homer in the second. Nimmo went deep again with a solo homer in the sixth. Later in the eighth, Mark Vientos homered, and Luis Torrens crushed a three-run shot, capping a six-run surge off Marlins infielder Javier Sanjoja.

Defensive Miscues Provide Runs for Miami

Tong allowed his only runs in the fifth inning after fielding errors by Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso. Lindor dropped a throw from Brett Baty on a force attempt, and Alonso mishandled a grounder by Jacob Marsee, allowing the Marlins to capitalize.

Marquee Performances

Otto Lopez stood out for the Marlins, homering and tallying a two-run single to drive in runs amid the Mets’ onslaught. The Mets secured their ninth win in 13 games, reinforcing their dominant midseason form.

Key Moment

Tong’s memorable debut ended on a high note when, after allowing a hit to Lopez, he struck out Liam Hicks looking with a 95 mph fastball to end the top of the fifth inning.

Key Stat

The Mets have now scored 19 runs in a game for the second time this season and for the seventh time in franchise history.

Up Next

The series continues Saturday with Miami right-hander Edward Cabrera (7-7, 3.32 ERA) set to face New York left-hander David Peterson (8-5, 3.18 ERA).

In summary

The New York Mets made headlines with a dominant 19-9 victory over the Miami Marlins, marked by Jonah Tong’s impressive debut and record-setting offensive firepower, including six home runs. Defensive errors gave the Marlins a brief window, but New York’s relentless scoring secured a memorable win, furthering their strong run in the MLB season.

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