Essendon has ended a 12-game losing streak, defeating GWS Giants 10.7 (67) to 8.16 (64) at Docklands Stadium, with Zach Merrett leading the way with 35 disposals and three clearances.
Less than a month into the season, the New York Mets own MLB's worst record despite the second-highest payroll. A 12-game losing streak, season-ending injuries to stars Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto, offensive collapse, and several high-profile blunders have the club in freefall, with no historical precedent for a team recovering from such a streak to reach the playoffs.
The New York Mets, with MLB's second-highest payroll, own the worst record in baseball after a 12-game losing streak and subsequent series losses to the Rockies and Nationals. Despite David Stearns insisting the team is 'good,' the Mets have struggled with injuries to star players Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto, offensive deficiencies ranking last in key categories, and clubhouse concerns. The team is 139th in MLB history to endure a 12-game slide — none of the previous 138 made the playoffs.
The New York Mets have fallen to a 7-16 record following a 12-game losing streak. Despite high preseason expectations and a massive payroll, the team faces a historic challenge as they attempt to overcome a skid that no playoff team in MLB history has ever survived.
The New York Mets lost 5-3 to the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday, extending their losing streak to 12 games — their longest since 2004. Despite holding an early 3-0 lead, the Mets couldn't sustain momentum with Francisco Lindor's three-run homer not enough to prevent the loss. Manager Carlos Mendoza acknowledged fans would be unhappy with the team's performance, as New York entered the game hitting .200 during the skid and being outscored 62-19.
