The New York Mets needed a jolt, and they might have found it in a familiar face. Bo Bichette, the two-time All-Star who stumbled out of the gate in 2026, is suddenly looking like the player the front office believed they were getting. Wednesday’s 9-1 demolition of the Cincinnati Reds was just the latest proof.
Bichette went 3-for-4 with a walk, three runs scored, and an RBI at Great American Ball Park. That line alone would be notable. But the streak behind it is what’s turning heads. Wednesday marked his sixth consecutive multi-hit game. Over his last 13 contests, he’s hitting .436 with extra-base pop and consistent run production. He’s also stopped striking out, a development that has steadied the middle of the Mets order behind Juan Soto.
Mendoza’s Quiet Confidence Pays Off
Manager Carlos Mendoza didn’t sound surprised when asked about Bichette’s resurgence. “Not surprised by it — he’s a really good player,” Mendoza told reporters, per SNY Mets. That understated praise reflects a deeper trust. The organization has stuck with Bichette through a slow April and May, and June is finally rewarding that patience. Mendoza’s 205th career win as Mets skipper came in this game, moving him into ninth place on the franchise’s all-time managerial wins list.
McLean’s Arm Gives the Rotation a Lift
On the mound, rookie Nolan McLean delivered the kind of start that changes a team’s outlook. He worked seven scoreless innings, struck out nine, and allowed just three hits. For a Mets staff that has leaned heavily on young arms, McLean’s dominance was a welcome sign. New York improved to 33-41 with the win, but the broader story is about momentum. The offense is starting to support the pitching, and Bichette’s timing has been central to that shift.
During his hot stretch, Bichette has racked up five doubles, a triple, three home runs, and 14 RBIs. The power is back. The plate discipline is sharper. And the Mets, who have spent much of the season searching for identity, suddenly look like a lineup that can scare opponents. Whether Bichette can sustain this level remains the open question, but for now, the buzz around Queens is real.
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