On a day when the Mets were struggling to keep up with the Giants, they needed all the help they could get. Enter Adrian Houser, who stepped up in a big way. After Sean Manaea lasted just five innings in his start against the Giants, Houser was called upon to pitch. Despite the difficult situation, he kept New York in the game and allowed them to rally for a walk-off win in the ninth.
Houser’s performance in the bullpen was crucial for the team, and he delivered solid four innings of work. His outing got off to a rocky start until Harrison Bader made an impressive leaping catch to rob a potential leadoff homer. Houser was grateful for the play and stated that it boosted his confidence and set the tone for the rest of his performance on the mound. He went on to give up just one run and two hits while striking out two batters, earning his first win with the Mets.
Despite facing challenges since being traded to the Mets, including getting bumped out of the starting rotation twice due to struggles on the mound, Houser remains committed to helping the team in any way possible. He considers himself a starter but understands that he needs to support
