Mets' $381M Dream Turns to Nightmare with 11th Straight Loss Against Cubs
The New York Mets are grappling with the harsh reality that a hefty $381 million payroll does not guarantee success. In a disheartening turn of events, they suffered their 11th consecutive loss on Sunday, completing a three-game sweep at the hands of the Chicago Cubs. Manager Carlos Mendoza expressed his frustration, stating, “Eleven losses, that’s a lot, whether it’s in April or at any point in the season. Nobody’s going to feel sorry for us. We’ve got to find a way.” The game showcased a particularly agonizing finish for Mets fans, as the team held a 1-0 lead going into the ninth inning. However, former Mets outfielder Michael Conforto tied the game for the Cubs, leading to a 10th-inning victory with Pete Crow-Armstrong scoring the winning run off a sacrifice fly by Nico Hoerner. Shortstop Francisco Lindor captured the sentiment of the team after the loss, saying, “This feeling sucks. It’s not a good feeling.” The Mets’ current losing streak ties their longest since 2002, and they have only managed to score 19 runs during this stretch. These struggles come on the heels of a disappointing 2025 season, where the Mets fell from having the best record in baseball to missing the playoffs entirely. There is a glimmer of hope on the horizon, as their star player, Juan Soto, is expected to return from injury soon. However, Lindor cautioned against placing too much pressure on Soto, remarking, “Even when he comes, we’ve still got to get it done. It would be unfair to just throw everything on him.”
Source: The Guardian Sport - 2026-04-19