Mets vs Nationals (5/20/26) | Mets Highlights

CJ Abrams hit a three-run home run in the first inning as the Nationals topped the Mets 8-4. New York starter Zach Thornton surrendered four earned runs over 4.1 innings pitched in his Major League debut. Juan Soto hit two home runs in the loss, driving in three of the Mets four runs scored.