Mets’ losing streak moves to 12 games after painful collapse vs Twins

Key Points:

• The New York Mets' 11-game losing streak, the longest since 2004, continued as they lost to the Minnesota Twins despite an early three-run homer by Francisco Lindor and a strong start from Nolan McLean, who held a no-hitter into the sixth inning.
• The Twins rallied in the later innings, with Byron Buxton hitting a two-run homer and Luke Keaschall delivering clutch hits to tie and then win the game in the ninth inning, extending the Mets' losing streak to 12 games for the first time since 2002.
• Mets reliever Devin Williams struggled with control in the ninth inning, walking multiple batters and allowing the game-winning run, while the Mets' offense failed to produce a hit in the final five innings.
• The Mets, despite having the highest payroll in MLB at around $334 million and playoff aspirations, currently hold a 7-16 record, tied for the worst in the league, leading to visible fan frustration.
• The team looks to rebound with Clay Holmes starting the next game and the anticipated return of star outfielder Juan Soto from a calf strain, offering a potential boost to the struggling lineup.