Jeff McNeil swats a three-run home run just over the right-field fence, opening the scoring for the Mets 3-0 in the bottom of the 1st inning

There’s a saying in baseball that playing time seems to work itself out. That sure is true in Queens at the moment.

Jeff McNeil doubled home the winning run in the 10th inning and the New York Mets rallied past the Washington Nationals 5-4 on Tuesday night in the opener of a three-game series between NL East foes.

This wasn't supposed to be the year of Jeff McNeil. 2022 was the last time New York Mets fans had seen one of those; since that remarkable season just three yea

Mauricio, Brett Baty, and Luisangel Acuña are fighting for one full starting spot – third base – and partial shares of two others – second base and designated hitter. Jeff McNeil splits time between second and outfield while Starling Marte starts at DH against lefties and has hit well there of late.

The Mets (41-24) own the best record in the National League  and will attempt to complete the sweep of the Rockies (12-52) on Sunday before returning home.

The Mets have the best record in the National League with several key members set to return. Soon, the front office must make some tough decisions.

Jeff McNeil and Pete Alonso break down their approach at the plate after each launched two home runs in the Mets’ 13-5 victory over the Rockies. Juan Soto discusses finding his rhythm after reaching base six times in the win.