Mets blow five-run lead as bullpen crumbles in loss to Astros
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Entrusted a 6-4 advantage in the eighth inning — which was 6-1 earlier in the game — relievers Jake Diekman and Reed Garrett combined to walk four and allow three runs.
Entrusted a 6-4 advantage in the eighth inning — which was 6-1 earlier in the game — relievers Jake Diekman and Reed Garrett combined to walk four and allow three runs.