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Luke Weaver isn't 'scared of nobody' as Mets end losing streak
TL;DR
The New York Mets ended their 12-game losing streak with a victory, thanks to a game-winning single by Mark Vientos. Luke Weaver secured the win by striking out key hitters in the ninth inning.
Key points
- New York Mets ended a 12-game losing streak
- Mark Vientos hit the game-winning single
- Luke Weaver secured the win by striking out key hitters
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After losing 12 straight games, the New York Mets have won a game. A single by infielder Mark Vientos to drive in infielder Brett Baty in the eighth inning would prove to be the game-winning run.
Right-hander Luke Weaver would come in to save the game for the Mets in the ninth inning, which he did with ease. Weaver faced the heart of the Minnesota Twins order and allowed one hit to infielder Brooks Lee and the rest were strikeouts.
Luke Weaver had “no fear” when facing Byron Buxton and the Minnesota Twins
“Look, this wasn't about attitude,” Weaver said post-game to Steve Gelbs of SNY. “This wasn't about work ethic. This wasn't about a bad demeanor. There was none of that. It's about just showing up every day, giving you something to cheer about. And thankfully, today, we freaking did that.”
Weaver added about his demeanor on the mound when facing Twins outfielder Byron Buxton he is not afraid of anybody. Weaver would get Buxton out swinging on an 87-mile-per-hour changeup.
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Q&A
What did Luke Weaver say after the Mets' victory?
Luke Weaver emphasized that the team's performance was about showing up and giving fans something to cheer about, stating, 'this wasn't about attitude.'
How did the Mets end their losing streak?
The Mets ended their losing streak with a game-winning single by Mark Vientos in the eighth inning, driving in Brett Baty.
Who did Luke Weaver face in the ninth inning to secure the win?
In the ninth inning, Luke Weaver faced the heart of the Minnesota Twins' order, allowing only one hit and recording several strikeouts.
