The Mets were greeted at the airport in Williamsport on Sunday by plenty of enthusiastic young fans and connected with teams from all over the world.

The Mets used small ball to build an early lead before turning the power on in the 5th inning. Mark Vientos had four RBI (including a three-run round-tripper during that four-run fifth) and Clay

Ahead of tonight’s Little League Classic in Williamsport between the Mets and Mariners, several players from each team renewed a ritual that has become a staple of this event.

The New York Mets have placed catcher Francisco Alvarez on the 10-day injured list with a right thumb UCL sprain.

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Cardenales Little League from his hometown of Barquisimeto, Venezuela, was representing Latin America in the LLWS.

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),