The Phillies doused the Mets' spirits in the second game of the series on Friday. The Mets suffered a lopsided 12-2 loss at Citi Field.

It was the pitching, though, that told the story of the night. Manager Carlos Mendoza pulled David Peterson from a two-run game after 3 2/3 innings and 64 pitches. Peterson clearly was not in top form — he had allowed eight hits and four runs and had another runner on base — but it nonetheless represented a very quick hook.

The Phillies routed the Mets Friday night to clinch their third straight playoff berth, but they still have two more goals to accomplish.

Pete Alonso and Kyle Schwarber will be among the stars on display when the New York Mets play the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday at 4:10 p.m. ET, at Citi Field.The Mets’ .248 batting

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