In Tuesday's loss, the Mets failed to take advantage of Red Sox (25-25) starting pitcher Walker Buehler's ejection in the third inning. Buehler and relievers Brennan Bernardino, Garrett Whitlock, Justin Wilson, Greg Weissert, Justin Slater, and Aroldis Chapman combined for the shutout.

For Pete Alonso—a cornerstone of the Mets franchise and one of the game’s most feared sluggers—the last two nights have been a sobering reminder that even stars stumble. Through 176 at-bats, Alonso owns a .

New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso was seen slamming his glove after another tough outing for the team. The Mets suffered a 3-1 defeat, marking their fourth loss in five games. Their offensive woes continued to plague them,