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New York Mets 2B Neil Walker Blasts First HR of 2017 (Video)

Apr 20, 2017; New York City, NY, USA; New York Mets second baseman Neil Walker (20) is congratulated in the dugout by teammates after hitting a three run home run against the Philadelphia Phillies during the third inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

New York Mets second baseman Neil Walker gets a hold of one to record his first home run of the 2017 season.

After a shaky beginning to tonight’s game, Noah Syndergaard and the Mets found themselves in a very early 5-1 hole.

But, you know what they say about this team: Live by the long ball, die by the long ball.