The New York Mets made quick work of the Miami Marlins on Friday in a dominant showing from start to finish.
The Mets scored 12 runs in the first two innings, en route to a 19-9 win to maintain their position as the National League’s final wild-card team. The 19 runs are a new franchise record in a home game for the Mets.
According to MLB.com’s Sarah Langs, the 19 runs are also tied for the second-most by a team whose starting pitcher was making his debut since 1900.
Before the offensive onslaught ensued, pitcher Jonah Tong wasted no time in his debut, needing only six pitches to retire the side in the first inning.
