In a disappointing outing, the New York Mets lost 4-0 to the Oakland Athletics at Citi Field, marking their third consecutive defeat and extending their scoreless streak to 17 innings. Starting pitcher Clay Holmes performed admirably, allowing just one run in 5.1 innings before exiting with hamstring tightness. The Mets' offense, however, struggled significantly, recording only six hits and failing to convert in critical situations, with just three at-bats with runners in scoring position. The A's capitalized on the Mets' mistakes, scoring four runs, including a pivotal three-run ninth inning. The Mets' current record stands at 7-7, a stark reminder of their offensive challenges early in the season. With key players like Juan Soto sidelined and Jorge Polanco dealing with injuries, the Mets will need to address their hitting struggles moving forward.