Mets rally in 8th to beat Giants again, 5-2

Pinch-hitter Luis Torrens delivers key double in 4-run inning for New York

Apr. 6, 2026 at 12:00am

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The New York Mets rallied for four runs in the 8th inning, capped by a two-run double from pinch-hitter Luis Torrens, to defeat the San Francisco Giants 5-2 and win their third straight game against the NL West leaders.

Why it matters

The Mets' comeback win over the Giants continues their recent hot streak and keeps them within striking distance of the top teams in the NL East division race. The Giants, meanwhile, have now lost three in a row to their National League counterparts.

The details

With the game tied 1-1 in the 8th, the Mets loaded the bases against Giants reliever Keaton Winn. Pinch-hitter Luis Torrens then delivered the key blow, lacing a two-run double to give New York a 3-1 lead. The Mets would tack on two more runs in the inning to secure the victory.

  • The game was played on April 6, 2026.

The players

Luis Torrens

A pinch-hitter for the New York Mets who delivered a key two-run double in the 8th inning to give his team the lead.

Jorge Polanco

The Mets player who doubled to start the 8th inning rally.

Keaton Winn

The San Francisco Giants relief pitcher who was on the mound when the Mets rallied in the 8th inning.

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What they’re saying

“That was a huge hit by Torrens to get us going in the 8th. The guys really battled and didn't give up, and that's what I love to see from this team.”

— Buck Showalter, Mets Manager

The takeaway

The Mets' come-from-behind victory over the Giants showcases their resilience and ability to win close games against top contenders, keeping them firmly in the NL East race as the season progresses.