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The Mets’ series finale against the Brewers ended in a 4-3 loss, sealing a frustrating 3-3 road trip. A key moment came when Brett Baty, playing right field for the first time in weeks, dropped a ball that led to a two-run triple — a costly error that sparked three runs in the fourth inning. Despite the plan being to get Baty’s lefty bat in the lineup and rest stars like Juan Soto, the defensive lapse raised eyebrows, especially since Baty’s outfield experience this season is minimal. Manager Andy Green blamed the ball’s trajectory, a common issue for right-handed hitters in that part of the park. Pitcher Christian Scott also struggled, giving up three runs in under four innings, though the team believes a play behind him could’ve changed the outcome. With the trade deadline looming, the Mets are pushing to develop young arms — but putting less experienced players in critical defensive roles, especially when it contradicts their run-prevention goals, is drawing scrutiny.

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