The New York Mets defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 11-1 on Sunday, combining dominant pitching with a 15-hit offensive explosion to take the rubber game of their series in Pittsburgh. Sean Manaea was the standout on the mound, striking out 11 batters over seven innings while allowing just three hits and one earned run.
The Mets' offense provided ample support. Luis Robert Jr. homered and drove in four runs, while Bo Bichette went 5-for-5 with a three-run double and three runs scored, according to ESPN. Sportsnet's game highlights noted that Robert had four RBIs and Bichette drove in three on five hits.
The victory extended the Mets' post-trade-deadline stretch to 5-1, per Amazin' Avenue. The team has won back-to-back road series against playoff-contending teams, taking series from the Guardians and now the Pirates.