The New York Mets are going through one of their toughest stretches after a 4–2 loss to the Chicago Cubs, marking their tenth consecutive defeat. The losing streak, their worst in over two decades, has left the team surrounded by doubt, with an offense unable to deliver in key moments.
Starter Freddy Peralta appeared to be in control through five innings, but everything unraveled in the sixth. Back-to-back walks opened the door to trouble, and a three-run home run ultimately sealed the game, highlighting the team’s fragility under pressure.
Beyond pitching, the main issue remains the offense: the Mets have struggled to generate runs, a recurring problem that explains their ongoing collapse early in the season.
What is driving the Mets’ losing streak?
A lack of offensive production and costly mistakes in crucial moments have been the key factors behind their string of losses.
With pressure mounting and results not coming, the big question remains: can they turn things around before the season slips away?

