Mets overcome early five-run deficit to beat Cubs in slugfest, 9-7

Francisco Alvarez's two-run homer in eighth inning was the game-winner

9/24/2025, 2:53 AM
New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez (4) gestures to the dugout after hitting a two-run home run against the Chicago Cubs during the eighth inning at Wrigley Field. / David Banks-Imagn Images
New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez (4) gestures to the dugout after hitting a two-run home run against the Chicago Cubs during the eighth inning at Wrigley Field. / David Banks-Imagn Images

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