Twins, Charlotte FC Mock Mets After 12th Straight Loss

The New York Mets extended their losing streak to 12 games with a 5-3 defeat to the Minnesota Twins at Citi Field on April 21, 2026. The loss marked the team's longest skid since dropping 12 consecutive games in 2002. Multiple sources confirmed the Mets blew a three-run lead and failed to record a hit after the fifth inning.

the game, the Minnesota Twins posted on X, listing "things you can get in a dozen" including eggs, roses, and Mets losses. The post included a graphic and was shared shortly after the victory. Earlier that day, Charlotte FC shared a recap of their win over New York City FC, noting wins at Citi Field since April 8: zero for the Mets, zero for NYCFC, and one for Charlotte FC.

NYCFC occasionally plays home matches at Citi Field when schedules conflict with Yankee Stadium.

“Things you can get in a dozen: – Eggs – Roses – Mets losses”

the game, Mets closer Devin Williams walked in a run in the ninth inning. Twins players Ryan Jeffers and Cole Sands were photographed shaking hands after the win. The Mets' last victory came on April 7, 2026, with Ronny Mauricio hitting a walk-off single in the 10th inning against an opponent.

Since then, the team has not won, reaching a low point in the 2026 season. The offense shut down after the fifth inning in the latest loss, producing no further hits. Sources noted the streak has intensified scrutiny on the team's management.

The Mets are scheduled to face the Twins again on April 22 and April 23, 2026, followed by a three-game series against another opponent. Superstar Juan Soto is expected to return from a calf injury on April 22. Calls for changes, including at the manager position held by Carlos Mendoza, have grown amid the ongoing losses.

The streak has drawn attention from outside baseball, with Charlotte FC's post tying into their soccer victory at the shared venue. No immediate responses from Mets officials were reported in the sources.

The 2002 losing streak remains a benchmark for the franchise's struggles. Current performance has not provided optimism, with the team unable to turn things around under current leadership. Photographs from the game showed reactions, including Williams after the ninth-inning walk. The Twins' victory improved their record while deepening the Mets' challenges in Queens.