The New York Mets played against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on September 23, 2025. The Mets won the game with a score of 9-7. Brooks Raley earned the win, improving his record to 2-0 with a 2.38 ERA.

Francisco Lindor had a strong performance for the Mets, going 2-for-5 with three RBIs. Brandon Nimmo also contributed with a home run and three RBIs. The Cubs’ Nico Hoerner had a notable game, scoring four runs and getting three hits.

The Cubs started strong, scoring two runs in the first inning and three more in the second. They added another run in the fourth, making it 6-1. The Mets, however, rallied in the fifth inning with five runs, tying the game at 6-6. The Mets took the lead in the sixth with one run. In the eighth inning, they added two more runs, making it 9-7. The Cubs couldn’t score in the final innings, and the Mets secured the win.

Francisco Lindor played a big role for the Mets. He had two hits and drove in three runs. Lindor also hit a home run, boosting his OPS to .801.

Brandon Nimmo also contributed to the Mets’ win. He had two hits, including a home run, and drove in three runs. Nimmo’s performance helped keep the Mets ahead.

On the pitching side, Brooks Raley got the win for the Mets. He pitched a short but effective 0.33 innings, not allowing any hits. Caleb Thielbar took the loss for the Cubs, giving up two runs in his inning of work.

What’s Next

The Mets’ win over the Cubs impacts the standings for both teams. The Mets now hold a record of 80-76, placing them second in the East. This victory keeps them in contention for a playoff spot as the season nears its end. Meanwhile, the Cubs now have a record of 88-68, maintaining their second position in the Central. Although the Cubs are still in a strong position, this loss could affect their momentum as they aim for the postseason. Both teams are still fighting for playoff positions, adding significance to each remaining game.

The New York Mets will continue their series against the Chicago Cubs. Their next game is scheduled for September 24, 2025, at 8:05 PM at Wrigley Field. The series will wrap up with another game on September 25, 2025, at 7:40 PM. After the series with the Cubs, the Mets will travel to face the Miami Marlins starting on September 26, 2025.

The Chicago Cubs will also remain at home to finish their series with the Mets. They will play on September 24 and 25, 2025. Following the Mets series, the Cubs will host the St. Louis Cardinals for a series beginning on September 26, 2025. All games will take place at Wrigley Field.

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