Mets vs. Pirates Game 56 Recap

The New York Mets lost to the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-1 this afternoon in first game of doubleheader. LHP Steven Matz gave up 2 runs in 5 innings. He gave up 8 hits, but had 8 strikeouts. He picked up his second loss of season. LHP Antonio Bastardo gave up a run after Matz was taken out. The Mets offense struggled all game and managed only 5 hits. The only run they scored was on a homer by Curtis Granderson.