Mets' losing streak reaches 11 games: 'We can't feel sorry for ourselves'

New York's 11-game skid is its worst since 2004 as the team struggles to find offense and win close games.

Apr. 19, 2026 at 9:49pm

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A fragmented, geometric painting depicting a baseball game between the Mets and Cubs, with sharp planes of color and overlapping perspectives conveying the tension and frustration of the Mets' prolonged slump.A cubist interpretation of the Mets' ongoing struggle to end their 11-game losing streak against the Cubs.NYC Today

The New York Mets' losing streak reached 11 games on Sunday with a 2-1 loss to the Chicago Cubs, tying for the third-worst start in franchise history. Despite a strong outing from spot starter David Peterson and a solo home run from recent call-up MJ Melendez, the Mets couldn't hold a 1-0 lead in the 9th inning and ultimately fell in extra innings. Manager Carlos Mendoza acknowledged the team's struggles, saying they can't 'feel sorry' for themselves and need to 'find a way' to end the skid.

Why it matters

The Mets' prolonged losing streak has put a spotlight on the team's struggles and raised questions about manager Carlos Mendoza's job security. With the team hitting just .200 during the 11-game slide and failing to capitalize on close games, the franchise is facing one of its worst starts in over 20 years, testing the patience of players and fans alike.

The details

In Sunday's game, the Mets took a 1-0 lead in the 5th inning on a solo home run by recent call-up MJ Melendez. Spot starter David Peterson then tossed 3 2/3 scoreless innings in relief. But in the 9th, Devin Williams blew the save, allowing a game-tying RBI double to former Met Michael Conforto. In the 10th, the Mets failed to score the bonus runner, and Craig Kimbrel's wild pitch ultimately led to the winning run scoring on a sacrifice fly by Nico Hoerner.

  • The Mets' 11-game losing streak is their worst since 2004.
  • The Mets haven't lost 12 in a row since 2002.
  • The Mets' 7-15 start ties for the third-worst in franchise history with the 1983 season.

The players

Carlos Mendoza

The manager of the New York Mets, who acknowledged the team's struggles and said they can't 'feel sorry' for themselves.

MJ Melendez

A recent call-up who provided the Mets' only run with a solo home run in the 5th inning.

David Peterson

A Mets pitcher who was demoted from the rotation into a bulk role, but tossed 3 2/3 scoreless innings in relief.

Devin Williams

The Mets' reliever who blew the save in the 9th inning, allowing the game-tying run.

Michael Conforto

A former longtime Met who hit the game-tying RBI double in the 9th inning against his former team.

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What they’re saying

“It's tough, especially when you're going through it. When you're playing one-run games, you have to be perfect, and it's hard to play like that. It's a tough stretch right now.”

— Carlos Mendoza, Manager

“In big situations, we haven't come through. Sometimes baseball is on your side and sometimes baseball is not on your side. We can't feel sorry for ourselves. We've got to bring it.”

— Francisco Lindor

“Whether it's April or any point in the season, 11 losses is a lot. We've got to find a way.”

— Carlos Mendoza, Manager

What’s next

The Mets will look to end their 11-game losing streak when they face the Cubs again on Monday. Manager Carlos Mendoza's job security will continue to be a topic of discussion if the team's struggles persist.

The takeaway

The Mets' prolonged losing streak has exposed the team's offensive woes and inability to win close games, raising concerns about the direction of the franchise and the future of manager Carlos Mendoza. The team must find a way to turn things around quickly to avoid one of the worst starts in franchise history.