Paul Skenes pitched like the ace he is against the New York Mets' star-studded lineup on Monday, allowing just one run on six hits with six strikeouts in six innings. However, the Pittsburgh Pirates' bullpen and offense came up short in the 4-3 loss.

On the heels of getting swept in a doubleheader in St. Louis on Sunday and having gone three straight series without a series win, the Mets arrived at Chase Field in need of a palate cleanser. Mission accomplished.

Francisco Lindor’s three-run homer was the needed jolt in a 5-4 victory at Chase Field that ended the Mets’ two-game skid.

Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso launch clutch home runs as the New York Mets edge out Arizona in a nail-biting finish.

Pete Alonso has gone from +6500 to +650 to win NL MVP, but is he the best candidate on the Mets? Get out updated NL MVP odds today

Pete Alonso continues to crush opposing pitchers, hitting monster homers, but there is something else about him that has struck Franicsco Lindor.

Juan Soto showed up in the New York Mets with a big contract and MVP expectations. But on Monday night, it was Paul Skenes who made the MVP play. Soto went down swinging, just like Pete Alonso. Fans were quick to react and some wondered about Soto’s value,