Mets' outfield defense accomplishes feat not done in at least 106 years
The Mets defeated the Padres 2-1 following standout defensive plays from Carson Benge.
Coverage (6)
- Nolan McLean twirls six-inning gem after Carson Benge, A.J. Ewing erase rocky start nypost.com · 4h ago
- Carson Benge’s big right arm is star again as rolling Mets nip Padres nypost.com · 4h ago
- Stellar defense secures a Mets win against Padres Amazin' Avenue · 4h ago
- Mets 2-1 Padres (Aug 17, 2026) Game Recap espn.com · 4h ago
- Benge reminds Padres you don't run on him. Twice. In the same inning. mlb.com · 4h ago
- Mets' outfield defense accomplishes feat not done in at least 106 years SNY · 4h ago broke it first
The story so far
Over 106 years passed before the New York Mets outfield defense accomplished a rare defensive feat during a game against the San Diego Padres. Carson Benge showcased his arm strength by stopping the Padres from running on him twice in the same inning, helping the Mets secure a 2-1 victory.
Coverage across outlets like SNY, MLB.com, ESPN, Amazin' Avenue, and the New York Post highlights the rolling Mets maintaining momentum through stellar defensive execution.
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The obvious questions
What was the final score of the game?
The Mets defeated the Padres 2-1.
Who made the key defensive plays for the Mets?
Carson Benge made notable defensive plays from the outfield.
How long has it been since the outfield defense feat occurred?
The feat has not been done in at least 106 years, according to SNY coverage.
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