POSTCAST: Taking Advantage Of SLOPPY Defense, Mets Play SPOILER In Opener Against Texas

Locked On Mets - Daily Podcast On The New York Mets · Sep 23, 2026 · 17m

In the first game with Andy Green as the full-time manager, the New York Mets started their final road trip of the year with a 6-3 against the Texas Rangers.

The good vibes from the pre-game announcement of Green staying on as the Mets skipper carried over to the game, with Sean Manaea delivering a quality start and Francisco Alvarez having a nice night at the plate.

Offensively, the Mets took advantage of the Rangers sloppy defense for a couple of runs and it was a pair of doubles from Alvarez that led the way.

As for Manaea, he finally got through a sixth inning without any trouble. He also…