On Thursday, the Mets did two things they haven’t done in over eight months: They lost on back-to-back days at home for the first time since July, and lost a regular-season home series for the first time since August.

The Arizona Diamondbacks won the series finale against the New York Mets, securing a historic series win. They did so on the back of some dominant starting pitching and a strong bullpen performance, even without their highest leverage arms.

The New York Mets have been on fire to begin the 2025 MLB season. Despite a recent series loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks, New York has still managed to earn a 21-11 record. Additionally, they have gained a 3.5 game lead in the National League East over second-place Philadelphia Phillies.

After Juan Soto's early struggles after signing with the Mets, he feels no pressure, and hit his first home run in New York.

For example, converted starting pitcher Clay Holmes led baseball with 13 blown saves as a closer for the New York Yankees last season, and ace Kodai Senga pitched just one regular-season game in 2024 due to a shoulder injury.