The Mets got off to an inauspicious start in Milwaukee, taking an absolute beating in the 10-0 first game. But they found themselves in a good position to win the second game, with Max Scherzer taking the mound against Wade Miley. However, if the Mets have any kryptonite in recent history, it’s a mediocre, soft tossing southpaw.
The top of the first inning started on a positive note, with Brandon Nimmo singling to put the Mets first runner on base. However, the following three batters (Starling Marte, Francisco Lindor, and Pete Alonso) all hit into outs to strand Nimmo.