Josh Bell homered and drove in two runs, rookie reliever Cole Henry pitched out of a jam in the sixth inning and the Washington Nationals held on to beat the Mets 5-4, ending New York’s three-game winning streak.

The Washington Nationals saw Josh Bell obliterate a home run against the New York Mets that ranks among the best in his MLB career.

The New York Mets beat the Washington Nationals 8-1 at Nationals Park in Washington on Tuesday. The Mets' Mark Vents hit a home run for the second consecutive game. The Mets stand at 67-58; the Nationals are 50-75.

With a stretch of 26 games in 27 days, the New York Mets could significantly benefit from moving to a six-man rotation.

The New York Mets saw Brandon Nimmo exit early against the Washington Nationals on Wednesday night with an injury.

David Peterson dominated the Nationals again, Mark Vientos homered for the second consecutive game and the New York Mets pounded Washington 8-1 on Tuesday night for their third straight victory. Peterson (8-5),

The New York Mets look to continue their modest upswing on Tuesday when they open a three-game series against the host Washington Nationals.

New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza reacts to David Peterson's 8-inning gem vs. Nationals, giving bullpen rest and playoff push momentum.