The Mets arrived at Citi Field on getaway day with one of two options: finish their first 2023 homestand off on a solid note, or head west with a sour taste in their mouth.
Thankfully for New York — and everyone in attendance — the Amazins choose Door Number 1. The squad’s 5-2 win over the Padres secured a 4-2 homestand. It was also proof of the Mets passing their first test of the year against a perceived World Series contender.
This win is even better because of what’s ahead. New York is off Thursday before starting a 10-game road trip out west, which will begin against the Oakland Athletics on Friday.