The Mets faced the White Sox in a rain-affected game but still succumbed to a 9-4 defeat, thus halting a promising four-game winning streak. Starter Griffin Canning struggled significantly, lasting just three innings and surrendering five runs, partly due to two costly errors by the team's defense. This loss spotlighted the Mets' recent troubles, as they failed to capitalize on an opportunity against a struggling opponent. However, lefty reliever Brandon Waddell managed to absorb five innings, providing rest for an overworked bullpen ahead of a scheduled off day.
The Mets, despite moving up their start time to avoid bad weather, suffered a disappointing 9-4 loss to the White Sox, ending their four-game win streak.
Canning's struggles with walks have become apparent, with the pitcher lasting only three innings and allowing five runs, two of which were unearned.
The Mets' failure to secure a sweep against a struggling White Sox team exemplified a lost opportunity, revealing issues in both pitching and defense.
Reliever Brandon Waddell managed five innings, allowing manager Carlos Mendoza to rest his overworked bullpen, which will benefit from a day off.
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