Mets Struggle Deepens as Carlos Mendoza Calls for Urgent Fix After Rockies Setback
New York continues its skid after losing another series to Colorado, as manager Carlos Mendoza acknowledges the team’s need for immediate improvement.
- Glenn Catubig
- 3 min read
The New York Mets are searching for answers after a frustrating stretch that has seen their season momentum stall once again. Following a brief two-game rebound earlier in the week, New York returned to inconsistency with a loss to the Colorado Rockies and further setbacks across a split doubleheader.
Manager Carlos Mendoza addressed the media after the opening game of Sunday’s doubleheader, offering a blunt assessment of his team’s performance. His comments reflected growing concern about execution and consistency during a difficult stretch.
The Mets had briefly halted a 12-game losing streak earlier in the week, but that relief proved short-lived as losses quickly piled up again. Defensive lapses, inconsistent pitching, and missed offensive opportunities have all contributed to the downturn.
As the doubleheader against Colorado continued, New York found itself once again under pressure, attempting to stop a slide that has defined much of its recent schedule.
1. Mendoza’s Frustration With Performance
Following the first game of Sunday’s doubleheader, Mendoza did not hide his disappointment with the team’s execution. He described the performance as unacceptable, emphasizing the need for immediate correction across multiple areas of play. His remarks came after another loss that highlighted recurring issues for the Mets. Despite moments of early promise, the team was unable to sustain momentum throughout the game. The manager pointed to breakdowns in both offense and defense as key factors in the loss, suggesting that the problems were not isolated but part of a broader trend. Mendoza’s tone reflected urgency, as the Mets continue to struggle to stabilize their performance during a critical portion of the season.
2. Friday And Sunday Losses Highlight Inconsistency
The series against Colorado has underscored the Mets’ inability to maintain leads and close out games. On Friday, New York jumped ahead early but failed to hold control as the Rockies gradually mounted a comeback. Despite a groundout that brought in an early run, the Mets could not build on their advantage. Colorado responded with scoring in multiple late innings, ultimately taking a 4-3 win after Brett Baty briefly narrowed the gap. Saturday’s postponement reset the matchup, but Sunday brought similar results. The Rockies struck first in the fourth inning before New York tied the game with a Tyrone Taylor home run in the fifth. However, Colorado regained control in the later innings, scoring in both the sixth and seventh to hand the Mets their 14th loss in their last 16 games, extending their prolonged slump.
3. Rockies Take Control Of Doubleheader
The second game of the doubleheader continued to tilt in Colorado’s favor early. The Rockies capitalized on scoring opportunities, putting pressure on the Mets’ pitching staff from the opening innings. A key moment came when Troy Johnston delivered an RBI single in the second inning, giving Colorado an early advantage. The momentum continued in the third when Hunter Goodman hit a two-run home run to extend the lead to 3-0. On the mound, Chase Dollander delivered a strong performance for Colorado. He pitched seven scoreless innings, allowing five hits and two walks while striking out seven batters. His command and efficiency kept the Mets’ offense quiet, preventing any sustained rally and further solidifying Colorado’s control of the game.