Mets dominate Nationals 19-5 on June 2, 2025, as Brandon Nimmo ties franchise RBI record (9) with a grand slam. Full recap of Nats' loss & Nimmo's big night.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Well, Nats fans, there's no sugarcoating this one. Monday, June 2nd, 2025, was a day to forget at Nationals Park as the New York Mets came to town and absolutely dismantled our Washington Nationals, cruising to a brutal 19-5 victory. The story of the night was undoubtedly Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo, who put on an offensive clinic.
Brandon Nimmo's grand slam and nine RBIs tied a Mets franchise record, a devastating blow in the 19-5 rout.
The final score tells a grim story, but it was Brandon Nimmo who authored the most painful chapters for Nats faithful. He was simply unstoppable, highlighted by a massive grand slam that broke the game wide open. His nine RBIs on the night not only demoralized the Nats but also etched his name in the Mets' record books, tying a franchise best. It felt like everything he hit found a gap or left the yard.
It was a nightmarish outing for the Nationals' pitching staff, starting with Trevor Williams. He just couldn't find an answer for the relentless Mets lineup and was tagged with the loss after a rough start. Unfortunately, the bullpen didn't fare much better, as the Mets continued to pile on runs throughout the later innings. Compounding the issue were several defensive miscues that gifted the Mets extra outs and opportunities, turning a bad situation into a full-blown catastrophe. When your pitchers are struggling, the defense needs to be sharp, and that simply wasn't the case tonight.
In a game largely devoid of positives for the home team, CJ Abrams and James Wood did manage to provide a few sparks offensively. Both players recorded multi-hit games, showing flashes of the talent that gets fans excited. Abrams continued his dynamic play, and Wood showcased his power potential. However, their efforts were a mere drop in the bucket against the Mets' offensive deluge. It's encouraging to see them produce, but on a night like this, it was far from enough to keep pace.
It's a tough pill to swallow, no doubt, but it's a long season. The Nats will need to flush this one quickly, tighten up the pitching and defense, and come back ready to battle tomorrow. Let's hope they can put this blowout behind them and get back in the win column. Onwards and upwards, Nats fans!
