Mets beat Rockies 4-2 in Denver, snap 3-game losing streak

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• 🔥 Quick Facts
• Sixth-Inning Eruption Breaks Through Scoreless Tie
• Vientos Delivers Clutch Two-Run Single
• Pitching Dominates: Peterson, Bullpen Keep Colorado at Bay
• Three of Four: Mets Momentum Building on Road Trip
• What Does This Win Mean for the Road Ahead?
  • Watch: Mets Beat Rockies Highlights
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The New York Mets struck decisively in Denver last night, beating the Colorado Rockies 4-2 on May 4. The explosive sixth-inning burst snapped a three-game losing streak and sparked momentum heading west.

Sixth-Inning Eruption Breaks Through Scoreless Tie

The Mets bats remained quiet through five innings against Rockies starter Tomoyuki Sugano. Denver’s pitcher kept New York off the scoreboard, stifling the road trip offense. But the sixth inning changed everything. Carson Benge led off with a solo home run to right-center field, breaking Sugano’s grip on the game and energizing the Mets.

Francisco Alvarez followed with a double, and Luis Torrens doubled to drive him in. The Mets had 2-0, and Sugano hadn’t recorded an out yet in the frame. A Juan Soto walk kept pressure mounting.

Vientos Delivers Clutch Two-Run Single

With two outs and two runners in scoring position, the suddenly-hot Mark Vientos pulled through. He smoked a single to center field, bringing both runners home and giving New York a 4-0 lead. That hit at the plate proved the difference in what became a 4-2 final. Vientos has emerged as a bright spot, and his ability to deliver in clutch moments keeps New York competitive.

Pitching Dominates: Peterson, Bullpen Keep Colorado at Bay

David Peterson entered the game in the fourth inning following opener Huascar Brazobán and Austin Warren. The strategy of using multiple pitchers before Peterson has paid dividends this season. Peterson pitched deep into the game before Colorado finally scratched out two runs in the seventh. Craig Kimbrel and Devin Williams handled late-inning duties, with Williams earning the save in the ninth.

Team	Score
New York Mets	4
Colorado Rockies	2

“The Mets opened their series against the Rockies with a 4-2 win, scoring all four of their runs in top of the sixth inning and allowing Colorado’s only two runs in the bottom of the seventh.”

— Amazin’ Avenue, Game Recap

Three of Four: Mets Momentum Building on Road Trip

This victory means the Mets have won 3 of 4 games on their west coast journey, a sign of stabilization in a season that started poorly. New York entered May sitting 12-22 with minimal playoff odds, but beating teams expected to be weak like Colorado signals the offense can click consistently. Denver tested that resolve, but the Mets answered with timely hitting and solid pitching work.

What Does This Win Mean for the Road Ahead?

With weather threatening tomorrow’s game at Coors Field, the Mets bank a crucial win against a division opponent. Can New York continue this momentum and build on recent success? The next three weeks will reveal whether this late-April slide is truly behind them or just a brief respite from deeper struggles.

Sources

• Amazin’ Avenue – Detailed game recap and box score analysis from May 4, 2026.
• MLB.com – Official statistics and play-by-play action from Mets vs Rockies.
• CBS Sports – Complete gametracker with team stats and performance metrics.