Mets 12, Dodgers 6: Bats get hot, force Game 6

The Mets scored at least 12 runs in only five games this season, and none felt as tense as it did on Friday.

That’s what the power of the Dodger offense does, but 12 runs ended up plenty as the Mets’ 12-6 win-or-go-home victory on Friday night gave them life heading into Game 6 of the NLCS in Los Angeles.

After being stymied by Dodger starter Jack Flaherty in Game 1, the Mets exploded with early runs and hits all throughout the lineup. Here’s a selection of the team’s offensive production:

Francisco Lindor: 2-for-4, two runs, triple

Pete Alonso: 2-for-3, three-run home run

Jesse Winker: 2-for-3, three runs, triple

Starling Marte: 4-for-5, three doubles, three RBI

Francisco Alvarez: 3-for-4, RBI

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