Carlos Carrasco won the duel against Pablo López

Carlos Carrasco, of the New York Metsbeat Pablo López, of the Miami Marlins, on Friday night, the mound duel of Venezuelans in the Major Leagues (MLB, for its acronym in English).

The native of Barquisimeto, Lara state, recorded a great presentation at Citi Field, fiefdom of the metropolitan troop.

In six and a third innings of work, Carrasco, 35, received eight hits, allowed three runs, gave away two walks and struck out seven opponents.

Thanks to another extraordinary performance at home, where he is 5-0, the “Cookie” went 8-2 with a 3.96 ERA after 13 starts in 2022.

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For his part, López, who has been suffering from some physical problems, suffered his third defeat of the campaign.

The Marlins right-hander allowed six earned runs in 5 1/3 innings of work.

After winning the distinction of pitcher of the month of April in the National League, the pitcher from Zulia has not had it all with him and has not even known victory since May 7.

The power of Queens

In the offensive section, the Queens team had the contribution of Francisco Lindor and Pete Alonso.

The Puerto Rican shortstop, who received a visit from his mother before the game, served the ball in the first inning.

Katia Lindor was thrown with the gift of parents!

took mom from @Lindor12BC to the game and he took the opportunity to welcome him with a HOMEMATCH in his first at-bat.

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— New York Mets (@LosMets) June 18, 2022

In accordance with Baseball Savantthe connection of the Puerto Rican registered an exit speed of 108.2 miles per hour and traveled 440 feet.

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— New York Mets (@LosMets) June 17, 2022

Later, “The White Bear”, leader in home runs and RBIs in the National League, hit a home run with the bases loaded.

According to the aforementioned portal dedicated to advanced statistics, Alonso’s homer went out at 96.7 miles per hour and traveled 368 feet.

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— New York Mets (@LosMets) June 18, 2022

After an excellent balance of pitching and offense, the Mets won their 43rd victory to continue leading the Eastern Division of the National League.