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The New York Mets dominated the Detroit Tigers 10–2 at Citi Field on May 12, 2026, in a lopsided matchup that saw the home team's pitching staff strike out 11 batters while allowing just 10 hits and 2 earned runs. Despite posting a modest .634 OPS, the Mets manufactured 10 runs on 13 hits and 9 RBIs, capitalizing on Detroit's defensive vulnerabilities and inconsistent pitching. The Tigers managed only 2 runs despite collecting 10 hits and drawing 3 walks, with their lone home run proving insufficient against a Mets lineup that worked counts effectively with 6 walks. Detroit's pitching was particularly costly, surrendering 13 hits and 7 earned runs with a 3.99 ERA, while the bullpen issued 6 walks that compounded their offensive struggles. The Mets' error-free defense paired with their pitching dominance—evidenced by 11 strikeouts—created a stark contrast to Detroit's undisciplined approach at the plate, where they struck out 11 times. This decisive victory underscores New York's ability to win games through pitching depth and situational hitting rather than power, a trend that could shape their rotation decisions going forward.