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New York Mets Extend Losing Streak to 10 Games in Loss to Chicago Cubs

The New York Mets suffered their 10th consecutive defeat, falling 4-2 to the Chicago Cubs on Saturday. This marks the team's longest losing streak since 2004, with manager Carlos Mendoza emphasizing the need for better performance. Only three teams in the divisional era have reached the postseason after such a skid.

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The New York Mets lost their 10th straight game on Saturday, dropping a 4-2 decision to the Chicago Cubs. The defeat extends the team's longest losing streak since 2004 and represents their worst April skid in franchise history. Only three teams in the divisional era, which began in 1969, have made the postseason after enduring a double-digit losing streak, including last year's Cleveland Guardians.

The Mets have scored just 18 runs during the streak, the fewest over any 10-game span for the team since June 2018. Offensive struggles continued in Saturday's game, where the team managed only a single home run.

Pitching and Key Moments Reliever

A reliever allowed a three-run home run to a Cubs pinch hitter in the sixth inning, breaking a 1-1 tie.

The Cubs held on for the win from there. The team could not capitalize on opportunities. The Mets have been unable to assemble complete games, with issues in offense, starting pitching, or relief efforts in each loss.

A third baseman provided a highlight by hitting a long home run, but the rest of the lineup remained quiet.

Team Response and Injuries Mets

manager Carlos Mendoza stated after the game that the team has not played good baseball and must write its own story moving forward.

He acknowledged fan frustration, saying they have the right to be upset.

Key Facts

10 games
Mets' current losing streak length
18 runs
scored by Mets during the streak
3 teams
made postseason after double-digit skid since 1969
2004
last time Mets had such a long streak
4-2
score of Saturday's loss to Cubs

Story Timeline

5 events
  1. Apr 18, 2026

    Mets lost 4-2 to the Cubs, extending their losing streak to 10 games.

    2 sourcesESPN · Sports Illustrated
  2. Apr 17, 2026

    Mets lost 12-4 to the Cubs, marking their ninth straight defeat.

    1 sourceSports Illustrated
  3. Recent days prior

    Juan Soto sidelined with calf injury, expected back soon.

    1 sourceESPN
  4. Recent days prior

    Jorge Polanco placed on IL with sore wrist.

    1 sourceESPN
  5. Late winter 2026

    Team underwent overhaul by David Stearns, creating preseason optimism.

    1 sourceESPN

Potential Impact

  1. 01

    Mets could miss postseason if streak continues beyond historical recovery points.

  2. 02

    Return of Juan Soto will boost Mets' offense in coming days.

  3. 03

    Team morale could suffer without quick turnaround in performance.

  4. 04

    Manager Carlos Mendoza's position may face scrutiny with further losses.

  5. 05

    Fan frustration will increase, potentially affecting attendance at home games.

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