Mets crush Giants 8-1 on July 26, 2025, for their 5th straight win. David Peterson dominated while Pete Alonso and Juan Soto led the offense. See the recap.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Some wins just feel different. Saturday's 8-1 dismantling of the San Francisco Giants wasn't just another victory; it was a statement. Extending their winning streak to a season-high five games, the Mets improved to 60-44, flexing their muscles on both sides of the ball and serving notice to the rest of the National League. This team isn't just winning; they're dominating.
With their fifth straight victory, the Mets now sit at 60-44, holding a firm grip on first place in the NL East.
The Mets offense, a relentless force all season, was on full display at Oracle Park. Led by the powerful duo of Pete Alonso and Juan Soto, the lineup overwhelmed the Giants' pitching staff from the start. While Alonso added to his impressive totals (entering the day with 22 homers and 80 RBIs), the entire team contributed to the eight-run outburst. On the mound, David Peterson was masterful, earning his sixth win of the season by silencing the Giants' bats and allowing just a single run. The victory was crucial, keeping the hard-charging Phillies at a safe distance in the division race.
The good news wasn't confined to the Bay Area. Hundreds of miles away in Syracuse, No. 12 prospect Drew Gilbert sent a loud message with his third multi-homer game of the season. Gilbert's power surge is a thrilling development and another reminder of the incredible depth the Mets have cultivated. He's just one piece of a system brimming with talent, headlined by top prospects Jett Williams—already contributing at the big league level—and promising righty Jonah Tong. The present is great, but the future might be even better.
Even amidst a five-game winning streak, the front office knows there's no room for complacency. The bullpen has been a work in progress, with injuries and performance fluctuations leading to a series of roster moves. Names like Reed Garrett, Wascar Brazoban, and the injured Max Kranick have been central to the ongoing shuffle. This constant tinkering isn't a sign of panic, but rather a proactive approach to building a championship-caliber relief corps. As the Mets push towards October, having a deep and reliable bullpen will be the key to turning this successful season into a historic one.
With a five-game cushion in the win column and a farm system ready to reload, it’s an incredible time to be a Mets fan. The team is firing on all cylinders, blending superstar performance with homegrown talent. As they look to continue their West Coast trip, the focus will be on maintaining this momentum and solidifying that bullpen for the stretch run. If this week is any indication, the rest of the league should be very, very nervous.
