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Bichette’s Eighth-Inning Double Lifts Mets as 12-Game Skid Ends

The leadoff experiment offers a spark after a start that has left his average and power well below his norms.

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Apr 23, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets shortstop Bo Bichette (19) celebrates with teammates after defeating the Minnesota Twins at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Bo Bichette ripped a three-run double in the eighth inning to push the Mets to a 10-8 win over the Twins.
  • The victory followed a 3-2 result the previous game to stop a 12-game losing streak and mark two straight wins.
  • Since moving to the leadoff spot, Bichette is 4-for-9 with two doubles, three RBIs, and a steal as the Mets have gone 2-0.
  • Bichette acknowledged pressure and the need to adjust in a postgame SNY interview, while his season line sits at .238/.270/.314 with a .585 OPS and a 66 wRC+ through 25 games.
  • He signed a three-year, $126 million deal that includes an early opt-out with a $5 million buyout, and manager Carlos Mendoza’s leadoff switch is drawing credit after recent scrutiny.