Get expert Padres-Mets predictions for Wednesday, August 19, 2026, including Polymarket prices, Dimers 10,000-game projections and the top model edge as Carson Benge looks to stay hot.

Right fielder Carson Benge threw out two San Diego Padres runners at home plate on consecutive plays in the first inning, fellow rookie A.J. Ewing cut down another from left field moments later, and the New York Mets held on for a 2-1 victory Monday night.

But if there is one positive to take away, it’s that several young players — including Carson Benge and Christian Scott — are showing they belong in the big leagues.

Carson Benge threw out runners at home on back-to-back plays Monday against the San Diego Padres. Elsa / Getty Images NEW YORK — The key moments of the New York Mets’ 2-1 win over the San Diego Padres on Monday night were crafted in the mundane pregame ...

For the first time since 1920, the New York Mets accomplished something no other team has done: three outfield assists in the first two innings of a ballgame. It was quite the feet, and it was quite spectacular to watch.