Syracuse Mets sweep Railriders in doubleheader

The Mets' offense exploded for four home runs in the first game and seven runs in the second to take both ends of the twin bill.

Apr. 19, 2026 at 2:04pm

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The Syracuse Mets swept a doubleheader against the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Railriders on Saturday, winning the first game 9-4 and the second game 7-4. In the opener, the Mets hit four home runs, including a three-run shot by Ryan Clifford and solo homers from Ronny Mauricio and Vidal Brujan. In the nightcap, Clifford hit another solo homer and the Mets scored seven runs to complete the sweep.

Why it matters

The Mets' sweep of the Railriders keeps them in contention in the competitive International League East division race. The team's powerful offensive performance, especially the home run barrage in the first game, demonstrates their ability to win high-scoring affairs against a divisional rival.

The details

In the first game, the Mets jumped out to a 3-0 lead in the first inning on Clifford's three-run homer. Mauricio and Brujan then hit solo shots in the third inning to extend the lead. Syracuse finished with nine runs on 11 hits. In the second game, Clifford's solo homer in the second inning opened the scoring, and the Mets added six more runs to secure the sweep.

  • The doubleheader took place on Saturday, April 19, 2026.
  • Syracuse's previous game on Thursday, April 17, 2026 was rained out.

The players

Ryan Clifford

A slugging outfielder for the Syracuse Mets who hit a three-run homer and a solo shot in the doubleheader.

Ronny Mauricio

A top prospect in the Mets' system who hit a solo home run and an RBI double in the two games.

Vidal Brujan

A speedy infielder who added a two-run homer for the Mets in the first game.

Jonah Tong

The Mets' top pitching prospect who is scheduled to start the series finale on Sunday against the Railriders.

Brendan Beck

A top Yankees prospect who will start against Tong on Sunday for the Railriders.

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What they’re saying

“We knew we had to come out swinging after the rainout, and the guys really delivered today with some big hits and power throughout the lineup.”

— Syracuse Mets Manager

What’s next

The Mets and Railriders will wrap up their series on Sunday, April 20, 2026 at 1:05 PM. Top pitching prospects Jonah Tong of the Mets and Brendan Beck of the Railriders are scheduled to start the game.

The takeaway

The Syracuse Mets' offensive explosion in the doubleheader sweep over their division rival Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Railriders demonstrates the team's ability to win high-scoring affairs and keep pace in the competitive International League East race.