New York Mets Losing Streak Reaches 11 Games, Worst Since 2004
The New York Mets lost their 11th straight game Sunday, falling 2-1 to the Chicago Cubs in 10 innings. Nico Hoerner hit the winning sacrifice fly off closer Craig Kimbrel after the Cubs rallied late.
The New York Mets' nightmare continued Sunday as they lost their 11th straight game, falling 2-1 to the Chicago Cubs in extra innings. The defeat marks their longest losing streak since 2004.
Nico Hoerner delivered the crushing blow with a sacrifice fly off Mets closer Craig Kimbrel in the 10th inning. The Cubs had rallied in the ninth inning to force extra frames before winning it in the 10th.
The historic skid has completely derailed what began as a season filled with playoff expectations. After Sunday's loss, star shortstop Francisco Lindor acknowledged the tough reception waiting for the team when they return home.
The Mets will face their home crowd at Citi Field on Tuesday, where frustrated fans are expected to make their displeasure known after watching their team's season spiral out of control.
This is the Mets' longest losing streak since 2004, crushing what started as a season with high playoff hopes. The team now faces angry home fans when they return to New York on Tuesday.
The Mets return home to Citi Field on Tuesday to face what Lindor expects will be loud, frustrated fans.
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