Sign the Mets rebound: They created opportunities in the loss they need to cash in on
As poorly as the offense performed, they did create opportunities to score. Their 8 singles, 4 walks, and hit by pitch created some trouble on the base paths. It wasn’t all just with two outs either. The fourth, sixth, and eighth innings all began with a single or walk. Big strikeouts and a double play led to goose eggs in those even-numbered late innings.
One lucky bounce could very well have changed the outcome of this game. A big swing could have done the same.
The Mets hitters froze up in this one but they can quickly thaw for Game 3. There is no strategic change to make. Other than putting the ball in play in those spots, it’s all about executing.
Mets hitters only struck out 7 times which isn’t a whole lot. A good number just seemed to happen when they had opportunities to sneak a single through the infield. They didn’t fan once in the final three innings. Making contact is the first step to getting a hit. The issue wasn’t contact. It was making contact when it mattered most.