Back at .500, Mets continue pre-All-Star push vs. Pirates

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The New York Mets are creeping toward their goal of reaching the All-Star break on a high note.

After evening their record at 44-44, the Mets face the host Pittsburgh Pirates in the finale of a four-game series on Monday.

New York has won back-to-back games after losing the series opener 14-2on Friday. After winning 5-2 on Saturday, the Mets rallied for a 3-2 victory on