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Padres hammer Max Scherzer, rout Mets in wild-card opener – Orange County Register
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Bell's 2-run double lifts Marlins to close in on playoff spot
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Max Scherzer's return for the Mets from 10-game suspension is delayed
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Mets - Baseball Prospectus
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Francisco Lindor responds to Jason Kipnis saying Mets lack leadership; Kipnis apologizes
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Tylor Megill delivers strong start as Mets beat Cardinals
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NY Mets: Return to black uniforms is a time to recall good memories
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Timmy Trumpet plays horn, Nimmo saves Mets in 2-1 win vs LAD – KXAN Austin
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Marlins rally in 9th inning to take 2-1 lead over Mets before rain causes suspension
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Marlins pull even with Cubs for final NL wild card by beating Mets 4-2 for doubleheader split
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A rare night: The Mets make Citi Field a happy place with win over Nationals