Jacob deGrom Reflects on Emotional Citi Field Return, Earns 12th Win, Discusses Mets No. 48 Retirement

Texas Rangers right-hander Jacob deGrom made an emotional and highly-anticipated return to Citi Field, securing his 12th victory of the season. During his "special" night, the Mets honored him with a tribute video before he pitched seven strong innings, allowing three runs on four hits with two strikeouts and no walks, notably setting down 13 consecutive hitters after the third inning. The Rangers provided immediate run support, scoring six runs against Mets rookie Jonah Tong in the first. Following the game, deGrom, 37, expressed it would be a "huge honor" if the Mets were to retire his No. 48, reflecting on his dominant nine-year tenure where he earned NL Rookie of the Year, two Cy Youngs, and a 2.52 ERA.