The New York Mets’ Magic Fades Away in Game 6 of the NLCS
Mets’ Season Ends in Los Angeles
Oct 20, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Tommy Edman (25) celebrates after hitting a two-run home run during the third inning against the New York Mets during game six of the NLCS for the 2024 MLB playoffs at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-Imagn Images
The New York Mets’ seemingly endless supply of magic in 2024 reached empty two games short of a Subway World Series.
The Game 6 Story
Tommy Edman drove in the Los Angeles Dodgers’ first four runs of the night, including a two-run double in the bottom of the first and a two-run home run in a four-run bottom of the third to help clinch the National League pennant for his side and end the Mets’ season in Game 6 of the NLCS on Sunday night at Dodger Stadium with a 10-5 victory.
The Dodgers’ Road to the Pennant
The Dodgers will face the New York Yankees in the Fall Classic, which begins on Friday in Los Angeles.
Mets’ Struggles
As had been the case for major portions of this series, the Mets came up empty with prime run-scoring opportunities available, going 1-for-8 with runners in scoring position and leaving 12 men on base.
Postseason Performance
Pete Alonso put the Mets ahead in the top of the first off Dodgers reliever Michael Kopech when he fisted a soft infield single that scored Francisco Lindor. However, the Dodgers answered off Mets starting pitcher Sean Manaea immediately when Edman doubled down the left-field line to score Shohei Ohtani from third and Teoscar Hernandez from first.
Turn of Events
The Mets loaded the bases with two outs in the top of the third after Tyrone Taylor was hit by a pitch, but Jeff McNeil struck out on three straight pitches from Los Angeles’ Anthony Banda. The Dodgers made them pay for that missed chance, with Hernandez singling to lead off the third and Edman going deep to make it a 4-1 game. After walking Max Muncy, Manaea was lifted for Phil Maton, who could not limit the damage. Catcher Will Smith took him deep to give the Dodgers a five-run lead.
Conclusion
The Mets’ season came to an end in Game 6 of the NLCS, with the Dodgers advancing to the World Series to face the New York Yankees. Despite exceeding expectations, the team fell short of reaching the Fall Classic.
FAQs
- When did the Mets’ season end?
The Mets’ season ended on October 20, 2024, after losing Game 6 of the NLCS to the Los Angeles Dodgers. - How did the Dodgers score their runs?
The Dodgers scored 10 runs on 14 hits, with Tommy Edman driving in four runs, including a two-run double in the bottom of the first and a two-run home run in the bottom of the third. - What is the Mets’ final record?
The Mets’ final record in the 2024 season was not provided. - What is the date of the World Series?
The World Series begins on Friday in Los Angeles, with the Dodgers and Yankees facing off in the Fall Classic.
