The New York Mets (69-61) return home from a 3-3 road trip to take on the first place Philadelphia Phillies (76-54). New York swept Philadelphia at Citi Field during their 7-0 homestand in April but dropped two out of three at Citizens Bank Park in June. The Mets also have a four-game set at Citizens Bank Ballpark awaiting them in September.

The Mets bounced back from a disheartening series loss in Washington by taking two out of three from the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park. The Mets were firing on all cylinders in their 12-7 victory, as the Mets’ offense picked up 21 hits in the romp. Each of the nine starters had at least one hit, while Francisco Lindor, Juan Soto, Tyrone Taylor, and Cedric Mullins each at three hits. Brett Baty led the way with four hits, while Soto also hit a two-run

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