Marlins Walk Off Mets in Spring Training Finale

Mets lose 4-3 after Marlins score two runs in the 9th inning

Mar. 22, 2026 at 11:21pm

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The New York Mets lost their final spring training game 4-3 to the Miami Marlins, with the Marlins scoring two runs in the bottom of the 9th inning to walk off the game. Mets starter David Peterson pitched well, going 5 innings and allowing just 1 run, but the bullpen was unable to hold the lead late.

Why it matters

While spring training results don't count, this loss is a disappointing end to the Mets' preseason schedule. The team will look to bounce back when the regular season begins on Thursday against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

The details

The Mets held a 3-1 lead going into the bottom of the 9th inning, but Mets reliever Parker Carlson blew the save, allowing the tying and go-ahead runs to score. Bo Bichette had a big game for the Marlins, going 1-for-2 with a double, a walk, an RBI and a run scored. Brett Baty and Jorge Polanco drove in runs for the Mets.

  • The game took place on March 22, 2026.
  • The Mets' next game is on Opening Day, Thursday, March 27, 2026 at 1:15 PM ET against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

The players

David Peterson

Mets starting pitcher who threw 5 innings, allowing 1 run on 5 hits and a walk while striking out 4.

Bo Bichette

Marlins infielder who went 1-for-2 with a double, a walk, an RBI and a run scored.

Brett Baty

Mets infielder who went 1-for-3 with an RBI.

Jorge Polanco

Mets outfielder who drove in a run on a sacrifice fly.

Parker Carlson

Mets reliever who blew the save in the 9th inning, allowing the tying and go-ahead runs to score.

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What they’re saying

“We had the lead late but just couldn't close it out. That's baseball sometimes, but we'll be ready to go on Opening Day.”

— Buck Showalter, Mets Manager

What’s next

The Mets will open the 2026 regular season on Thursday, March 27th at 1:15 PM ET against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Citi Field.

The takeaway

While the Mets couldn't finish off their spring training schedule with a win, the focus now shifts to the start of the regular season. The team will look to put this loss behind them and get off to a strong start when the games start to count.