Nolan McLean struggled and the New York Mets dropped their fourth straight game, 7-2, against the Reds on Monday . Here are the highlights.

NEW YORK — Carlos Mendoza’s pregame presser on Monday at Citi Field began with an update on Juan Soto. The superstar outfielder is out of the Mets’ lineup again on Monday with flu-like symptoms, but the manager is hopeful Soto can be available off the bench against the Reds.

The New York Mets dealt with another injury concern Monday when Tyrone Taylor exited their game against the Cincinnati Reds at Citi Field. The update came after Taylor appeared to experience right hip discomfort while hustling down the first-base line in the sixth inning of an eventual 7-2 loss.

The New York Mets open a three-game series against the Reds on Memorial Day at Citi Field. The Mets are coming off a three-game losing streak, and have lost five of their last six overall, standing at 22-31 in last place in the National League East.

NEW YORK — With lefty Jared Young expected to return from the injured list on Tuesday, the Mets were on the brink of a roster decision. To make space for Young, would the Mets option MJ Melendez, prospect Nick Morabito or backup infielder Vidal Bruján?

Catcher Gary Sánchez is getting another chance to restart his baseball career back where his MLB career began in New York.

Injuries have taken a toll on the Mets' starting lineup. Now, they need to look more proactively at increasing production from the right side of their infield.

The New York Mets have one of the worst records in Major League Baseball at 22-30 heading into Sunday's matchup against the Miami Marlins. With how bad the 2026 season has gone, it would not be a surprise if the Mets' struggles continued,