Mets' losing streak hit 9 games after loss to Cubs
The streak marks New York's longest without a win since an 11-game skid in 2004.
The New York Mets’ struggles are starting to reach a historic level, as the team picked up its ninth straight loss on Friday, falling 12-4 to the Chicago Cubs. It’s the Mets’ longest losing streak since 2004, when the team dropped 11 straight games on the way to a 71-91 season. The Mets have the most expensive roster in baseball , with a $352 million payroll.
Chicago pulled ahead early on Friday, going up 4-0 in the first inning after designated hitter Moisés Ballesteros sent a three-run homer into the netting. Mo Baller ... nothing but net 😏 pic.
twitter. com/a5cLaj0VTE — MLB (@MLB) April 17, 2026 Though the Mets pulled back in the second inning, the Cubs kept tacking on more runs in the win. Chicago then iced the win with an Ian Happ two-run homer in the bottom of the eighth to take a 12-4 lead.
And as a cherry on top, the Cubs closed out the game with a double play in the top of the ninth. Ian Happ makes it TWELVE runs for the @Cubs ! pic.