Carson Benge snaps slump with two clutch hits in Mets’ skid-busting win over Reds
Carson Benge helped the New York Mets break a five-game losing streak with two crucial hits in their 4-2 victory over the Cincinnati Reds. Benge's performance included RBI singles in the fifth and seventh innings, marking a significant turnaround after a recent slump. The Mets' bullpen also contributed effectively, allowing them to avoid being swept in consecutive series.
- ▪Carson Benge had been struggling with a 1-for-20 slump before his two key hits.
- ▪The Mets scored four runs, ending a streak of games where they scored two runs or fewer.
- ▪Juan Soto hit a home run in the first inning, marking his sixth homer in the last seven games.
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MLB New York Mets Carson Benge snaps slump with two clutch hits in Mets’ skid-busting win over Reds By Mike Puma Published May 27, 2026, 10:37 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Carson Benge’s slump atop the Mets lineup largely coincided with the team’s latest losing streak. Wednesday night, the rookie outfielder returned to the form of May flowers — after April showers to begin his major league career — with two big hits to lead the Mets’ 4-2 victory over the Reds at Citi Field. Access the Mets beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Mike Puma about the inside buzz on the Mets.
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