The Mets’ winning streak came to an end in the nightcap of today’s day/night doubleheader, as the Nationals bested them, 4-3.
The Mets got on the board early against Nationals starter Josh Rogers, making his first Major League start after getting Tommy John Surgery. A walk and two hits got the Mets their first run, after which Rogers settled in, getting through the first five innings without further damage.
Megill had a similarly rough first inning, giving up two runs, including a lead off home run to Lane Thomas. Megill would surrender another home run to Alcides Escobar in the fifth, but more or less kept the Mets in the ballgame.