Mets beat Pirates on Opening Day with strong offensive showing
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Key Points:
- The 2025 Mets, previously ranked ninth in runs per game and slugging, overhauled their offense with new players, coaches, and a fresh approach during the offseason.
- On Opening Day, the Mets defeated the Pirates 11-7, aggressively pressuring reigning NL Cy Young winner Paul Skenes and forcing him out in the first inning.
- Key performances included Carson Benge’s first career home run, Francisco Alvarez’s three times on base, and Francisco Lindor scoring three runs, showcasing a potent and persistent offense.
- Mets manager Carlos Mendoza highlighted the team's dangerous offensive potential but emphasized that consistency and process are crucial, acknowledging not every game will be as dominant.
- New hitting coaches Jeff Albert and the team stressed maintaining effort and competitiveness daily, setting high standards despite the unpredictability of baseball outcomes.
