New York Mets Win Opener Against Phillies

The New York Mets started their series against the Philadelphia Phillies with a 6-4 win on Thursday, June 18, at Citizens Bank Park. The Mets, currently in last place, took the first game of the series, which is a significant matchup in the National League East. Don Mattingly, the interim manager of the Phillies, has led his team to a 31-16 record since taking over on April 28. The Phillies will send left-hander Christopher Sanchez to the mound on Saturday, where he'll face Mets right-hander Freddie Peralta. And the Mets are looking to build on their win, with a strong performance from their bullpen. But the series will take a break on Friday, due to the 2026 FIFA World Cup being hosted at Lincoln Financial Field, which is located across the street from Citizens Bank Park. So the teams will have to wait an extra day to play the next game. The Phillies have turned their season around, rising to second place in the National League East, while the Mets are still struggling. The Mets' win on Thursday was a much-needed boost, with key players like Freddie Peralta set to pitch in the next game. The series will resume on Saturday, with the Phillies sending Christopher Sanchez to the mound, and the Mets looking to take the lead in the series. The game on Sunday will be a key matchup, with the Phillies' Zack Wheeler facing off against a yet-to-be-announced Mets starter.