It was a Force-filled night for the Mets on May the 4th, as they rode a four-run, four-hit performance to a 4-2 victory over the Rockies at Coors Field. The hero of the day? Carson Benge, who launched a go-ahead home run to lead off the sixth inning and followed it up with another highlight-reel defensive play. It's the kind of all-around effort that gets fans buzzing—and maybe even inspires your next game-day look.
In a surprising lineup shakeup, Juan Soto batted leadoff for just the third time in his career. Manager Carlos Mendoza explained the move was about "trying to create traffic" on the bases. While Soto hasn't been a problem for the Mets this season, Laura Albanese wonders if this new spot in the order could unlock even more production. Speaking of returns, Keith Hernandez is back in the SNY booth after recovering from back surgery—welcome news for Mets fans who love his insight.
Around the diamond, Joel Sherman took a critical look at David Stearns' recent comments, suggesting words alone won't save Carlos Mendoza—but he did offer a few strategies that might. Meanwhile, Anthony DiComo broke down what we've learned about the Mets so far this season, and Tim Britton explored lessons the 2026 squad can take from the 2024 team. On the injury front, AJ Minter is expected to return this weekend or early next week, while Marc Levine will be honored with a Mets Hall of Fame Achievement Award.
Elsewhere in the NL East, the Braves have topped the latest MLB Power Rankings for the first time in three years—though they stumbled against the Mariners, falling 5-4 after surrendering five runs in the sixth. Atlanta also activated Sean Murphy from the IL and designated Jonah Heim for assignment. The Phillies, meanwhile, blanked the Marlins 1-0 behind six shutout innings from Aaron Nola, improving to 6-1 under their interim skipper. But Nola's fastball issues persist, and Todd Zolecki looked at what the Phillies need to address in upcoming meetings.
In other moves, the Marlins called up catcher Joe Mack—their fourth-ranked prospect—for his major league debut, sending down Agustin Ramirez. And in a somber note, longtime Yankees radio voice John Sterling passed away at age 87, leaving a legacy that transcends any rivalry.