After a disappointing series loss in Philadelphia, the Miami Marlins took the field in New York on Friday night. Pablo López was on the mound for Miami, with Carlos “Cookie” Carrasco opposing him. The Mets entered the contest with a 42-23 record (1st in NL East and National League), and in this series opener, they showed the world what makes them such a complete team.
Prior to the game, the Marlins made a series of roster moves. Jesús Sánchez and Jesús Aguilar were both placed on the IL due to “undisclosed reasons.