On Saturday, the New York Mets played the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field for the second game of their series.
The Mets lost by a score of 4-2.
They are in the middle of a ten-game losing streak.
Anthony DiComo of MLB.com wrote: “The Mets’ losing streak has hit double digits. At 10 games, it’s tied for 12th-longest in franchise history.”
Mets Manager Makes Honest Statement
GettyManager Carlos Mendoza of the New York Mets speaks to the media during a press conference before Game Five of the Championship Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Citi Field on October 18, 2024 in the Queens borough of New York City.
After the latest loss, Carlos Mendoza made an honest statement when he met with the media.
He was asked for his message to the fans.
Mendoza (h/t SNY): “They have all the right to be pissed and frustrated. They care. Just like we do… I understand how they’re feeling. I’d be pissed too if I’m a fan. I’m pissed. They’re pissed.”
GettyManager Carlos Mendoza of the New York Mets speaks to media before the game between the Cincinnati Reds and New York Mets at Citi Field on July 19, 2025 in the Queens Borough of New York City.
Mendoza is in his third season as the skipper for New York.
In that span, he has gone 179-166 in 345 games.
They have made the MLB playoffs once in his first two seasons.
@just_mets wrote (before the game): “The Mets under David Stearns & Carlos Mendoza… First 59 games: 24-35 Next 172 games: 110-62 Last 113 games: 45-68 Hot and cold.”
Mets Right Now
The Mets are currently the last-place team in the National League East with a 7-14 record in 21 games.
They are 4-8 in the 12 games they have played away from Citi Field.
Following Sunday’s game against the Cubs, the Mets will get an off day before hosting the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday.
ESPN’s Jeff Passan wrote: “Four teams in MLB history have lost 10 or more games in a row and made the playoffs. The last was the Guardians in 2025. Only one of those teams had a skid in April and still made the postseason: the 1951 Giants, who lost 11 consecutive.. The New York Mets have lost 10 straight.”
GettyMJ Melendez #1 of the New York Mets reacts after striking out during the eighth inning against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on April 18, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois.
The Mets have one of the most notable (and highest-paid) rosters in baseball.
Therefore, there will be a lot of pressure on Mendoza to turn things around in a big way (and fast).
Underdog MLB wrote: “Mets offense during 10-game losing streak: .203 BA 1.8 Runs per Game 78:18 K:BB”
GettyBo Bichette #19 of the New York Mets looks on after scoring during the eighth inning against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on April 18, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois.
Francisco Lindor and Luis Robert Jr. led the team with two hits each.
Meanwhile, Freddy Peralta got the loss, going 5.2 innings with three earned runs.
New York Mets Manager Makes Brutally Honest Statement After Cubs Game