But that’s where the pitch ended up, and the New York Mets’ designated hitter launched the mistake into the left field seats.

Francisco Alvarez needs surgery for a sprained ulnar collateral ligament in his right thumb. But New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza says there's a chance the slugging catcher can play through the ...

Expert recap and game analysis of the New York Mets vs. Washington Nationals MLB game from 20 August 2025 on ESPN (AU).