Mets top Giants 5-3 on July 27, 2025, as Ronny Mauricio & Juan Soto star. See how their 7-game win streak faces a test vs. the Padres on July 28.
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What a time to be a Mets fan. Riding a seven-game winning streak after a dominant sweep of the Giants, the club heads into a crucial series against the San Diego Padres with a 61-44 record, a firm grip on the NL East lead, and a 92% chance of making the postseason. The vibes are immaculate, the bats are booming, and the team is proving they are a legitimate force in the National League.
I'm going to dedicate that to my mom.
The Mets capped off a perfect weekend in the Bay Area with a 5-3 victory over the Giants on Sunday, extending their win streak to seven games. The hero of the day was Ronny Mauricio, who put on an absolute clinic, going 4-for-4 with a home run and two doubles. Not to be outdone, Juan Soto launched his 25th homer of the season, providing yet another jolt to an offense that tallied 12 hits in the finale. It's this kind of comprehensive performance that has the Mets looking like one of the most dangerous teams in baseball.
The momentum will be put to the test starting tonight at PETCO Park against the Padres. First pitch is at 9:40 PM ET in what could be a preview of a high-stakes October matchup. The Mets will send Frankie Montas to the mound, a key part of a pitching staff that boasts the third-best ERA in MLB (3.54). He'll face off against the Padres' Dylan Cease. With the Mets' lineup ranking 6th in slugging and 8th in home runs, this series against a fellow contender is the perfect litmus test as the trade deadline approaches.
While the big-league club is dominating, the future is making noise down on the farm. Outfield prospect Carson Benge had a night to remember on Monday, collecting four hits and smashing two home runs. In a postgame interview, Benge touchingly said, 'I'm going to dedicate that to my mom.' His stellar play is part of a larger trend for the Mets' minor league system, which received a significant rankings boost after the 2025 MLB Draft. With names like Jett Williams, Jonah Tong, and Benge leading the way, the talent pipeline in Queens is deeper and more promising than it has been in years.
The Mets are in an enviable position: leading the division, riding a massive wave of momentum, and boasting a farm system brimming with talent. The immediate test is a tough Padres team on the road, but with the trade deadline on the horizon and the team clicking, the next few weeks promise to be a thrilling ride for Mets fans. All eyes are on San Diego tonight.
