Mets top Dodgers 4-3 on June 2, 2025, as Francisco Alvarez hits a 10th-inning game-winner in his return! Lindor also homers. Read the thrilling recap!
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
What a night in Chavez Ravine! The New York Mets, fueled by the dramatic return of Francisco Alvarez, battled their way to a thrilling 4-3 extra-inning victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers. It was Alvarez himself, in his first game back from the injured list, who delivered the decisive blow – a go-ahead RBI double in the top of the 10th that sent Mets fans into a frenzy.
Francisco Alvarez, in his first game back, hits the game-winning double in the 10th. You can't write this stuff!
You couldn't have scripted it better. Francisco Alvarez, activated from the injured list just hours before the game, stepped up in the biggest moment. With the score knotted at 3-3 in the top of the 10th, Alvarez laced a double that brought home the go-ahead run, reminding everyone of the spark he brings to this lineup. It's exactly the kind of impact the Mets were hoping for from their young catcher, and he delivered immediately. Welcome back, Francisco!
While Alvarez provided the late-game heroics, Francisco Lindor continued to be the engine of this Mets offense. Lindor blasted his 11th home run of the season and drove in two crucial runs, finishing the night 2-for-5. This marks back-to-back games with a homer for Lindor, who is looking every bit the superstar shortstop the Mets need. His consistent production at the plate has been a huge factor in the team's recent success, especially against tough opponents like the Dodgers.
On the pitching side, Paul Blackburn made his return from the 15-day injured list and got the start. He battled through 5 innings, allowing 2 runs. While not his sharpest outing, it was a solid first step back. To make room for Blackburn, reliever Chris Devenski was optioned to Triple-A Syracuse. The Mets bullpen, after Blackburn's departure, did an admirable job, with Edwin Díaz ultimately shutting the door in the 10th to earn the save, even with Shohei Ohtani launching a homer for the Dodgers earlier. Holding that Dodgers lineup to just three runs at their place is no small feat.
Taking three out of four games at Dodger Stadium is a massive statement for this Mets team. With Alvarez back and providing instant impact, Lindor firing on all cylinders, and key arms returning to the mound, the Amazins are building serious momentum. Let's see if they can carry this energy into the rest of the week and keep climbing!
