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Mets Cruise Past Diamondbacks in Series Opener
New York's offense shines without injured star Juan Soto in 4-3 extra-inning win
Apr. 8, 2026 at 7:07pm by Ben Kaplan
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The Mets' victory over the Diamondbacks showcases the team's ability to win without their star player, as their offense continues to thrive despite key injuries.San Francisco TodayThe New York Mets defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-3 in extra innings in the opening game of their series on Wednesday. Despite the absence of injured star Juan Soto, the Mets' offense continued to produce, scoring four runs on eight hits. The Diamondbacks kept it close, but their bullpen struggled, allowing the Mets to pull out the victory.
Why it matters
The Mets' ability to win without Soto demonstrates the depth of their lineup and the resilience of the team. The Diamondbacks, on the other hand, will need to find a way to generate more offense and shore up their bullpen if they hope to turn their season around.
The details
The Mets jumped out to an early lead, scoring two runs in the first inning. The Diamondbacks fought back, tying the game in the sixth inning. The game went to extra innings, where the Mets were able to push across the winning run. The Mets' offense was led by Luis Robert Jr., who had two hits and drove in a run. The Diamondbacks' pitching staff struggled, with starter Ryne Nelson allowing four runs in 4.2 innings of work.
- The game was played on Wednesday, April 8, 2026.
- The first pitch was thrown at 4:10 p.m. ET.
The players
Luis Robert Jr.
A key offensive contributor for the Mets, Robert Jr. had two hits and drove in a run in the victory.
Ryne Nelson
The Diamondbacks' starting pitcher, Nelson struggled, allowing four runs in 4.2 innings of work.
What they’re saying
“We knew we'd have to step up with Juan out, and the guys really answered the call today.”
— Buck Showalter, Mets Manager
“Our bullpen just couldn't hold it together when we needed them to. That's something we'll have to address going forward.”
— Torey Lovullo, Diamondbacks Manager
What’s next
The Mets and Diamondbacks will face off again on Thursday, with first pitch scheduled for 4:10 p.m. ET. The Mets will look to continue their strong play without Soto, while the Diamondbacks will aim to even the series.
The takeaway
The Mets have proven they can win without their star player Soto, showcasing the depth of their lineup. The Diamondbacks, on the other hand, need to find a way to generate more offense and shore up their bullpen if they hope to turn their season around.
