In a dramatic conclusion to a closely contested game, the New York Mets defeated the Chicago Cubs with a final score of 7-6 in extra innings. The game, held in Queens, was marked by a controversial play at the plate involving Mets' Pete Alonso, who was called out after a contentious umpire decision, sparking debate among fans and officials. The play was reviewed and upheld, leading to mixed reactions including Mets' manager Carlos Mendoza's vocal disapproval. However, the Mets secured the victory in the 11th inning with Francisco Lindor's game-winning double, following significant contributions from Starling Marte, who made crucial outfield assists, and Ian Happ's notable throw. Additionally, MLB clarified the ruling on the controversial call, citing a rule change.
Carlos Mendoza on the difficulty of Francisco Lindor entering mid-game, coming off an illness and getting two huge hits. Plus, Lindor discusses his walk-off double & Starling Marte on his outfield assists following #Mets 7-6 win over Cubs. Read more: https://t.co/bKsP0qYmGz https://t.co/5GLmJqwmU1
Francisco Lindor hits game-winning double vs. Cubs https://t.co/tAXCcSnFox
Francisco Lindor: clutch 😤 He sends @Mets fans home happy! 😀 https://t.co/tRohSrm4A2
Francisco Lindor’s walk-off hit gives Mets thrilling win over Cubs after Starling Marte heroics https://t.co/eqskUACTb2 https://t.co/3fWjOBkixU
WALK IT OFF FRANKIE!!! SUCK IT CUBS!! #LGM https://t.co/kP8YbBYXMZ
Not one, but TWO crucial outfield assists from Starling Marte in the @Mets extra-innings win! (MLB x @Casamigos) https://t.co/CzftjVTuiz
Not one, but TWO crucial outfield assists from Starling Marte in the atMets extra-innings win! (MLB x @Casamigos) https://t.co/nnHD9dg42s
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THE METS (-115 ML) WALK OFF THE CUBS IN THE 11TH INNING ✅ https://t.co/A6qSiOmABK
LINDOR WALKS IT OFF! (via @SNYtv) https://t.co/MkasPvJPVI
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THE METS DID IT AGAIN https://t.co/wGcVbffOZ2
As the Mets continue to fume, MLB has clarified its ruling on a controversial call to end their game on Wednesday. Namely, a catcher stepping on home plate doesn’t lead to a hard-and-fast call for blocking ⤵️ https://t.co/cWScmQ1aUJ
Starling Marte with the throw, Omar Narváez with the incredible tag to keep it tied in 10th! 💪 (via @SNYtv) https://t.co/V830JOBKU1
Starling Marte and Omar Narvaez combine for a huge out to end the 10th inning https://t.co/mqhiJzHGWE
Another mile marker passed for Edwin Díaz, who just recorded six outs for the first time since 2022 -- thanks in large part to Starling Marte, who cut down the go-ahead run on this 96.8 mph rope from right field. The Mets will try to walk it off in the bottom of the 10th. https://t.co/ILrS6UZcej
Mets’ game-ending controversy was decided by new rule change https://t.co/1USKSGR5bc https://t.co/0BDaKxSZ54
As Mets continue to fume, MLB clarifies controversial ruling on call at home plate. League learned from Jonah Heim play last year. With @WillSammon: https://t.co/KdK7GNA2CO
Alleged MLB memo adds more controversy to game-ending ruling against Mets https://t.co/5VTdVcEpIw https://t.co/y6AAzPukoK
"Take It Up With The League Office" - Pete Alonso Got HOSED At The Plate Tonight https://t.co/ocIYSc8nQv https://t.co/A71IntZtHA
Hot Mic Catches Mets Manager Screaming at Ump for Game-Ending Call: 'That's Bullsh*t, Man!' https://t.co/AUsdjYflQP
"Take It Up With The League Office" - Pete Alonso Got HOSED At The Plate Last Night @barstoolcarl https://t.co/bdbOubLvZl https://t.co/9dcMaiQNR2
"I think they got the wrong call." Everything you need to know about that crazy ending to tonight's Mets game: https://t.co/yNsHgS21wc
Mets lose to Cubs on controversial call at home plate: What MLB rulebook says as manager decries 'wrong call' https://t.co/OxnjblGGBB
"Shucks, darn it" Pete Alonso's reaction to the controversial call at the plate to end the game, Omar Narvaez shares his interpretation of the rule & Jose Butto on his performance following #Mets 1-0 loss to Cubs Read more: https://t.co/qDfY9zI9hp https://t.co/7eOvSGqVRZ
#MLB statement on review of Pete Alonso being called out on game’s final play at the plate in #Mets 1-0 loss to the Cubs. https://t.co/JtyavorhGl
#Mets lose to Cubs as Pete Alonso is called out on close play at the plate for game's final out | @timbhealey https://t.co/HMuzSJWmuN
Pete Alonso's reaction: "I was out." https://t.co/EOolTKwqna
Mets lose heartbreaker to Cubs after controversial play at plate for final out https://t.co/qn16MsR2G5 https://t.co/Uum9X4M5Fw
Cubs win!! The Chicago Cubs beat the New York Mets, 1-0, after Ian Happ doubled off Pete Alonso at home plate to end the game!! More on the Cubs: https://t.co/VCvMFjJBKJ https://t.co/DKpAWb4U9W
This double play ends the game and the @Cubs hang on for the 1-0 win! https://t.co/Kv6Wa88Tu3
What an ending in Queens! Ian Happ throws out Pete Alonso at the plate to secure a victory for the Cubs. 🐻😱 (📽️: @Cubs) https://t.co/XFOKLyIUbo
"That's bulls--t man!" Mets manager Carlos Mendoza caught on the hot mic after the review on Alonso getting called out at home plate to end game was upheld https://t.co/YjrWmrYG9a
Another view of the crazy ending to the Cubs and Mets (via @SNYtv) https://t.co/bqqJHi2tdv
For all my Mets followers left, the ending of that game is one for the books. The suspense during the review was a killer. The ump shared the findings of the review in a way that created confusion. Back-to-back nights of deflated emotions for Knicks/Islanders and Mets fans.…
After review, there is no blocking on the final play of the game, the call stands, and Pete Alonso is out. Mets lose 1-0 https://t.co/Fk9NOJIk35
After review, there is no blocking on the final play of the game, the call stands, and Pete Alonso is out. https://t.co/qt2NM14e4y
Sure, the Cubs catcher was illegally blocking the plate and Pete Alonso was safe, but on the other hand the MLB had yet another opportunity to stick it to Steve Cohen. Tough decision.
This Cubs-Mets game, with that crazy ending at the plate, may very well be the difference in the wild card race. Insane.
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