The New York Mets' struggles continue as they suffered a significant defeat against the Pittsburgh Pirates, 9-2, marking their seventh loss in the last ten games. Once leaders in the NL East, they now find themselves half a game behind the Philadelphia Phillies, signaling a need for urgent change. In response, the team held a players-only meeting, where veterans such as Brandon Nimmo, Francisco Lindor, and Pete Alonso shared their thoughts. Notably, newcomer Juan Soto also contributed, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and belief in the team's potential. Despite the recent downturn, Soto has shown strong individual performance, hitting .273 with an .818 slugging percentage over the last week and ranking high in OPS among NL players.