
The New York Mets lost their ninth consecutive game against the Chicago Cubs, with Kodai Senga struggling on the mound. Manager Carlos Mendoza is facing scrutiny as the team attempts to turn things around.
The title kind of says it all, doesn’t it? The Mets lost their ninth straight yesterday afternoon in their first in a three-game series against the Cubs in Chicago. Kodai Senga got knocked around for the second straight start, giving up seven runs (six earned) in 3.1 innings of work. The suffering continues. **Choose your recap**: Amazin’ Avenue, NY Post, Newsday, Daily News, MLB.com David Stearns spoke to the media before the game and voiced his support for Carlos Mendoza. Mendoza to try to help get the offense going. The issues the Mets are facing right now . in addition to his previous Achilles soreness.
The Mets lost their ninth straight game due to Kodai Senga allowing seven runs in just 3.1 innings against the Cubs.
Carlos Mendoza shifted the lineup in an attempt to improve the team's offensive performance amid their losing streak.
Jorge Polanco is dealing with a wrist issue in addition to previous Achilles soreness.


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