Syracuse Mets secure a triumphant 5-3 success against Buffalo in their game
The Syracuse Mets secured another win in their impressive run, defeating the Buffalo Bisons 5-3 on Friday night at Sahlen Field. This victory continued the Mets' strong performance during their recent games, as they have won ten of their last 11 games [3].
The game started with a bang, as Jared Young hit an opposite-field home run in the top of the first inning, giving the Mets an early 1-0 lead. The Mets extended their advantage in the second inning, when Joey Meneses crossed the plate on a double play, making it 2-0 for Syracuse.
In the third inning, Yonny Hernandez scored on a Luke Ritter single, increasing Syracuse's lead to 3-0. The Mets' offense seemed unstoppable, but in the bottom of the sixth inning, Buffalo managed to score three runs and tie the game at 3-3.
However, the Mets responded swiftly. In the top of the seventh inning, Hayden Senger hit a home run, giving Syracuse a 4-3 lead. The Bisons were unable to respond, as Alex Carrillo earned the save with a scoreless ninth inning.
The game was not without its dramatic moments. In the bottom of the sixth inning, Josh Rivas was hit by a pitch for Buffalo. Luke Ritter added another home run to his tally in the eighth inning, increasing Syracuse's lead to 5-3.
Justin Hagenman pitched four scoreless innings with two strikeouts, while Dom Hamel pitched a scoreless fifth inning but allowed three runs in the sixth. Dylan Ross threw a 1-2-3 eighth inning, and Colin Poche pitched a scoreless seventh inning for the Mets.
The Syracuse Mets are currently in second place in the International League second half standings [4]. The next game of the six-game series between Syracuse Mets and Buffalo Bisons is scheduled for Saturday at 6:35 p.m.
For more detailed stats, highlights, or standings updates, you may check the official Minor League Baseball or team websites closer to game dates.
In the exciting matchup between the Syracuse Mets and the Buffalo Bisons, the Mets showcased their superiority in baseball, with Hayden Senger hitting a home run in the seventh inning to secure a 4-3 lead, proving their MLB caliber [5]. Despite Buffalo's attempt to catch up, Alex Carrillo's flawless ninth inning sealed the win for the Mets, extending their dominance in the International League [6].
