Mets lead Rockies 4-2 on June 6, 2025, as Acuña stars with Lindor injured. Senga eyes next win. Can NY capitalize at Coors? Live updates & recap!
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Even with superstar shortstop Francisco Lindor nursing a broken pinky toe, your New York Mets are finding ways to win, currently leading the Colorado Rockies 4-2 in tonight's contest at the hitter-friendly Coors Field. It's exactly the kind of start we wanted to see as the team looks to build on their impressive 35-22 record against one of baseball's bottom-dwellers.
Luisangel Acuña, the Mets' #7 prospect, isn't just filling a spot; he's making a statement with his 60-grade defense and timely contributions.
As of this writing, the Mets have jumped out to an early 4-2 lead against the struggling Rockies, who boast a dismal 9-48 record. This is a series where the Mets, with their strong 35-22 record entering the game, absolutely need to capitalize. An early 3-0 lead set the tone, and hopefully, the offense keeps piling on in the thin Denver air. Every win counts, especially against teams you're expected to beat.
While the Mets are focused on tonight's game, it's hard not to get excited about tomorrow's pitching matchup. Our ace, Kodai Senga, boasting a phenomenal 6-3 record and a sparkling 1.60 ERA, is set to take the hill. With 59 strikeouts in 62.0 innings and a WHIP of 1.18, Senga has been lights out. He'll be facing Antonio Senzatela, who's had a rough go this season with a 1-10 record and a 7.14 ERA. Talk about a mismatch on paper!
The big question mark recently has been how the Mets would fare without Francisco Lindor, who's out day-to-day after a pitch broke his right pinky toe back in the Dodgers series. Stepping up in his absence is #7 prospect Luisangel Acuña. Known primarily for his stellar 60-grade defense, Acuña has been more than just a glove; he's provided a spark and solid play at shortstop since his call-up. It's fantastic to see young talent making an impact when given the opportunity.
This strong start against the Rockies is crucial as the Mets aim to bounce back from a tough 6-5 loss to the Dodgers yesterday. Despite homers from Pete Alonso, Brandon Nimmo, and Starling Marte, and a commendable seven-inning, three-run effort from David Peterson, a fielding mishap in the eighth and a bullpen hiccup (Reed Garrett taking the loss) cost us the game. It was a frustrating end to a series split, but the team's resilience is showing tonight.
Despite that recent loss, let's not forget the bigger picture: your New York Mets are sitting pretty atop the NL East with a stellar 39-23 record! An 8-2 run in their last 10 games and a current (hopefully soon to be extended) one-game winning streak shows this team is firing on all cylinders. Even their road record is a respectable 15-16, proving they can win away from Citi Field.
With Senga on the mound tomorrow and a chance to secure another series win against a struggling Rockies team, the Mets are in a prime position to further solidify their NL East lead. Let's hope for a strong finish tonight and another 'W' tomorrow. LGM!