MJ Melendez plays hero with first career walk-off homer to lift Mets over Marlins in extras
MJ Melendez hit his first career walk-off home run, leading the New York Mets to a 9-7 victory over the Miami Marlins in extra innings. The Mets had initially blown a four-run lead but managed to secure the win thanks to Melendez's timely hit. This game marked a significant offensive improvement for the Mets, who had struggled in previous matchups against the same pitching staff.
- ▪MJ Melendez's walk-off home run came in the 10th inning with one out.
- ▪The Mets had previously blown a four-run lead during the game.
- ▪This victory was crucial for the Mets, who had struggled offensively in recent games.
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MLB New York Mets MJ Melendez plays hero with first career walk-off homer to lift Mets over Marlins in extras By Ryan Dunleavy Published May 29, 2026, 10:45 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google On a night when the Mets gave out disguises to their fans, MJ Melendez saved his team from going into hiding after what would have been an ugly loss. After the Mets blew a four-run lead, Melendez hit the first walk-off home run of his career with one out in the 10th inning Friday to cap a 9-7 victory against the Marlins. 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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