McLean Shines, Mets Rally for 12-5 Win Over Tigers

The New York Mets rolled into Detroit and hammered the Tigers, 12-5. They showed off a mix of rookie pitching and an offense that just refused to quit.

Nolan McLean, the rookie, had a rough first inning but quickly found his groove. The Mets’ bats took over in the fourth and kept pouring it on late.

Pete Alonso, Luis Torrens, and Juan Soto all went deep. That trio powered the Mets to their 10th win in 16 games since McLean joined the big-league roster.

Mets Take Early Lead but Face First-Inning Test

The action started fast. Pete Alonso launched a solo homer in the top of the first.

But McLean’s first inning was anything but easy. The Tigers answered right back with two runs, putting pressure on the 23-year-old.

McLean didn’t let it rattle him. After that rocky start, he leaned on a sharp slider and a well-placed fastball to keep Detroit guessing.

McLean’s Dominant Recovery

Over his next five innings, McLean barely gave Detroit a chance. Here’s his final line:

• 6 innings pitched
• 7 strikeouts
• 3 hits allowed
• 3 walks
• 90 total pitches

The kid’s now won all four of his major league starts. He’s rocking a 1.37 ERA and 2.41 FIP.

Since his call-up on August 16, the Mets have flipped the script with a 10-6 record.

Fourth-Inning Explosion Turns the Tide

The top of the fourth really changed things. Jeff McNeil tied it up with an RBI single.

Then Cedric Mullins drove in another with a sacrifice fly. Suddenly, the Mets had a lead they wouldn’t give back.

Torrens Delivers the Game’s Biggest Moment

Then came the big blow. Luis Torrens smashed a three-run homer that blew it wide open.

By WPA stats, Torrens’ shot was the most important play of the night. That swing put the Mets in firm control.

Seventh Inning Power Surge

New York didn’t take their foot off the gas. In the seventh, they went after Tigers reliever Chris Paddack.

Juan Soto blasted a solo homer, and Pete Alonso followed with his second of the game. RBI knocks from McNeil, Brett Baty, and Francisco Lindor put the game out of reach.

Offensive Efficiency at Its Finest

The Mets’ offense just wouldn’t let up. They combined for a huge +46.0% WPA, showing how clutch they were all night.

Several guys had multi-hit games, and the lineup worked tough at-bats from start to finish.

Closing Out the Victory

Kevin Herget tossed two scoreless innings in relief. Things got a bit dicey in the ninth when Detroit pushed across three runs.

Ryne Stanek came in to shut the door and lock down the 12-5 win.

The Rookie Factor in New York’s Resurgence

Nolan McLean’s arrival has been a catalyst for the Mets’ recent surge. He’s been pitching deep into games and keeping the damage low, which really lets the offense breathe a bit.

The numbers don’t lie: since his debut, he’s gone a spotless 4-0. The Mets have won over 60% of their games in that run.

Earlier this year, the team just couldn’t find any rhythm. Now, this mix of fresh talent and some old-school power at the plate might be exactly what they need for a late push.

With McLean on the mound and the lineup finally clicking, the Mets feel like a real threat as the playoffs creep closer. Who saw this coming?

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