dailyloe.com – The New York Mets defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-3 in extra innings on Tuesday, April 8, 2026, at Citi Field, powered by dominant relief pitching from Luke Weaver and Devin Williams. Manager Carlos Mendoza highlighted their crucial roles in high-leverage situations after the win. The victory was sealed by a walk-off hit from Ronny Mauricio in the tenth inning.
Devin Williams pitched five scoreless innings with seven strikeouts and earned two saves. He navigated a tense ninth inning, stranding two runners with key strikeouts. Williams struck out Corbin Carroll and Adrian Del Castillo to escape the jam.
Luke Weaver also threw five scoreless innings, striking out three and earning the win. He stranded the automatic runner in the tenth inning with a perfect 1-2-3 frame. Weaver ended the inning by striking out Tim Tawa on a 3-0 count with a 93 mph fastball.
“They are used to pitching in high-leverage situations,” Manager Carlos Mendoza stated post-game. “That’s what we brought them in for. To lock games down and keep games in there for us.” Mendoza emphasized their importance to the team’s success moving forward.
Weaver provided a lighthearted moment with reporters after the chilly game. He joked his biggest challenge was “trying to limit the nose blows.” Weaver also humorously referenced feeling like he was “putting on winter ice skates” to avoid injury.
The bullpen duo’s performance underscores a strategic offseason acquisition for the Mets. Their ability to handle pressure was on full display against a strong Diamondbacks lineup. This win improves the team’s early-season record and bullpen confidence.[]
Source: Metsmerized Online
