Mets Gear Up to Face Padres in Evening Showdown

The New York Mets are set to clash with the San Diego Padres tonight, June 5, 2026, in a highly anticipated matchup at Citi Field. This game follows the Mets' recent performance against the Miami Marlins, where starting pitcher Christian Scott took to the mound with notable results.

For tonight's game, the Mets' lineup features Carson Benge in right field, Bo Bichette at shortstop, and Juan Soto in left field. Rounding out the batting order are Jared Young at first base, A.J. Ewing in center, Marcus Semien at second base, Brett Baty at third, and MJ Melendez serving as the designated hitter. Behind the plate, Luis Torrens will catch for pitcher Christian Scott, who is right-handed.

The Padres will answer back with an impressive lineup of their own. Fernando Tatis Jr. is set to start in right field, followed by Gavin Sheets as the designated hitter and Manny Machado at third base. Ty France will play first base, Jackson Merrill is in center field, and Xander Bogaerts will man shortstop. Bryce Johnson is in left field, Sung-Mun Song is at second base, and Rodolfo Duran will be on the mound as the starting pitcher.

Fans can catch the action starting at 9:40 PM ET, with the game broadcast on WPIX. For those who prefer radio coverage, the game can be listened to on Audacy Mets Radio WHSQ 880AM, the Audacy App, or 92.3 HD2.

This matchup is part of the ongoing MLB season as teams strive for playoff positioning, making each game crucial in the quest for October success.