Mets starter Tylor Megill struggled in Saturday’s game, giving up five runs in the first inning of their 8-1 loss to the Cubs. Megill expressed frustration with his performance, acknowledging that he needs to improve for the team. Manager Carlos Mendoza agreed that Megill needs to do better but remains confident in his abilities to bounce back from this setback.
Meanwhile, outfielder Starling Marte was forced to exit in the second inning due to knee soreness, a new issue for him in his career. Mendoza provided an update on Marte’s condition, indicating that the team will monitor his progress closely. Marte himself noted that this knee problem is something he hasn’t dealt with in the past, emphasizing the need for careful management of his injury to ensure a full recovery.