Derek Hill does it again, this time with the defensive play of the season as Phillies edge Mets
Derek Hill's spectacular home run robbery helped the Phillies secure a narrow 2-1 victory over the Mets.
📍 The outcome
Derek Hill made a jaw-dropping home run robbery against Juan Soto to help the Phillies secure a 2-1 win over the Mets. The victory left the Mets 0-1 in the Andy Green era.
Epilogue added 37d ago, after coverage quieted.
Who reported it (6)
- Derek Hill’s jaw-dropping catch keeps Phillies in front as Zack Wheeler delivers in 2-1 win over the Mets Inquirer.com · 47d ago
- Mets fall to 0-1 in Andy Green era Amazin' Avenue · 47d ago
- Derek Hill robs Juan Soto with dazzling catch to make another big impression on Phillies AP News · 47d ago
- Phillies 2-1 Mets (Jun 26, 2026) Game Recap ESPN · 47d ago
- Hill stuns teammates with jaw-dropping home run robbery MLB.com · 47d ago
- Derek Hill does it again, this time with the defensive play of the season as Phillies edge Mets NBC Sports Philadelphia · 47d ago broke it first
The brief
The Philadelphia Phillies defeated the New York Mets 2-1. The game was highlighted by a defensive play from Derek Hill, who robbed Juan Soto of a home run to help secure the win.
Coverage from AP News, MLB.com, and NBC Sports Philadelphia emphasizes the impact of Hill's catch, describing it as the defensive play of the season and a jaw-dropping robbery. ESPN provided a general game recap of the result.
Attention turns to the Mets as they begin the Andy Green era with an 0-1 record, according to Amazin' Avenue.
Synthesized by Newsylist from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: all claims supported by sources Updated 46d ago.
Quick answers
What was the final score of the game?
The Phillies defeated the Mets 2-1.
Who was the target of Derek Hill's defensive play?
Derek Hill robbed Juan Soto of a home run.
What is the current record for the Mets under Andy Green?
The Mets have fallen to 0-1 in the Andy Green era.
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