Cole Young hit a game-winning single in the 10th inning and the Seattle Mariners beat the New York Mets 3-2 on Monday night for their season-high seventh straight victory. The dramatic walk-off finish at T-Mobile Park capped another thrilling extra-inning affair for the Mets, who continue to find themselves in marathon games this season.
Cole Young Delivers in Extra Innings
The Mets lost their latest overtime affair, 3-2, on a Cole Young walk-off single against A.J. Minter in the 10th. The Mariners' second baseman came through in the clutch to extend Seattle's impressive winning streak and send the home crowd at T-Mobile Park into celebration mode.
The Mets went down in order against Gabe Speier in the top of the 10th inning, setting the stage for Young's heroics in the bottom half of the frame.
Home Run Derby Through Nine Innings
The game featured an unusual offensive pattern that kept both teams deadlocked through regulation. The first four hits of Monday's game were all solo homers, with Jared Young and Marcus Semien going deep for the Mets, and Colt Emerson and Josh Naylor doing the deed for the Mariners.
This home run barrage created a 2-2 tie that would hold through nine innings, forcing the game into extra innings and adding to the Mets' growing collection of extended contests.
Mets Continue Extra-Inning Trend
The loss was particularly notable for New York as it marked yet another trip to extra innings for a team that has become synonymous with extended games in 2026. The Mets played their 12th extra-inning game of the year Monday night at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, which not only leads the league, but it's three more than any other team.
A full 20 percent of their games have gone to extras. Despite the frequency of these marathon contests, the Mets have generally been pretty good in extras, going 7-5 in those games overall. However, this particular extra-inning affair did not go their way.
Mariners Riding High with Seven-Game Streak
The victory represents a significant milestone for Seattle as they continue to build momentum in the 2026 season. The seven-game winning streak is the longest of the season for the Mariners, who are finding ways to win close games and capitalize on home-field advantage.
With Cole Young emerging as a clutch performer and contributions coming from throughout the lineup, including home runs from Colt Emerson and Josh Naylor, the Mariners are showing the depth and resilience needed for a successful season. The team's ability to execute in high-pressure situations, particularly in extra innings, demonstrates the quality that has fueled their current hot streak.
Looking Ahead
The Mariners will look to extend their winning streak as the series with the Mets continues, while New York aims to break out of their road struggles and find a way to turn their extra-inning fortunes around. For Seattle, the momentum from seven consecutive victories provides a strong foundation as they navigate the competitive American League landscape.
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