Paul Skenes pitched like the ace he is against the New York Mets' star-studded lineup on Monday, allowing just one run on six hits with six strikeouts in six innings. However, the Pittsburgh Pirates' bullpen and offense came up short in the 4-3 loss.

Francisco Lindor’s three-run homer was the needed jolt in a 5-4 victory at Chase Field that ended the Mets’ two-game skid.

On the heels of getting swept in a doubleheader in St. Louis on Sunday and having gone three straight series without a series win, the Mets arrived at Chase Field in need of a palate cleanser. Mission accomplished.

Whatever else might happen on the roster, the Mets entered this season knowing where their biggest strength would reside: a top of the order featuring Francisco Lindor, Juan Soto and Pete Alonso. On Monday night,

Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso launch clutch home runs as the New York Mets edge out Arizona in a nail-biting finish.

- Diamondbacks starter Ryne Nelson walked Juan Soto on four pitches during each of his first two at-bats. Pete Alonso wasn't able to make him pay for it his first time up, grounding into an inning-ending double play, but he did strike in the fourth, demolishing a 425 foot no-doubt two-run homer.

Pete Alonso has gone from +6500 to +650 to win NL MVP, but is he the best candidate on the Mets? Get out updated NL MVP odds today

Pete Alonso has emerged as one of the most reliable players for the New York Mets this season. Following the start of their series against the Arizona Diamondbacks, the slugger shared the secret behind his impressive run of form.

Francisco Lindor hit a three-run homer, Pete Alonso launched a two-run shot and the New York Mets held on late to beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-4

With Alonso's tremendous performance in 2025, teammates are starting to notice, chief among them being Francisco Lindor. Lindor sent a clear message regarding Alonso's future, echoing the calls to restructure his deal to make him a Met for life.

Former New York Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2020. He was a first-ballot Hall of Fame player and is considered one of the greatest shortstops ever. Jeter achieved many awards and won five World Series titles in his MLB career,