How did Mets win after 12-game losing streak?
Mets end 12-game skid with late execution
New York’s wait is over: the Mets snapped an extended 12-game losing streak with a 3-2 victory over the Twins. The win arrived after an extended stretch in which New York struggled to string together consistent offense, and it brought immediate relief for both the clubhouse and the fan base.
The timing of the game also made it notable. Juan Soto returned to the Mets’ lineup as part of the matchup story, and the team’s offensive turnaround in that outing mattered because it prevented the losing streak from continuing as the calendar shifted deeper into the season.
However, the Mets’ relief quickly shifted to another concern—Francisco Lindor’s injury. Lindor exited the game with a calf strain sustained in the fourth inning, creating a new roster and health storyline even as the Mets finally produced a winning result.
From a baseball perspective, the victory matters for two reasons:
- Momentum reset: After a long skid, even a narrow win can stabilize how the team approaches the next few days—especially against the same opponent or within the immediate schedule.
- Lineup volatility: Soto’s presence and Lindor’s injury both affect how New York builds its lineup week-to-week. If Lindor misses time, the Mets’ ability to maintain production becomes the next test.
The storylines are therefore tightly connected: the Mets produced just enough offense to win, but the injury to a core player means the organization must immediately plan for continuity without Lindor while figuring out how much Lindor’s calf issue will cost them.