Kodai Senga gave up five runs against the Nationals, marking his highest runs allowed this season, as the Mets lost and their wild card position became precarious.

Mets' Japanese pitcher Kodai Senga allowed five runs over five innings against the Nationals today, setting a personal season-high for runs allowed in a single game. The Mets lost 4-5, snapping their three-game winning streak.

In the first two innings, Senga retired six batters in order, but in the third inning, after issuing two walks and a catcher's interference, the Nationals loaded the bases. The Nationals then scored two runs off hits by C.J. Abrams and a sacrifice fly by Josh Bell.

In the fourth inning, Senga gave up three extra-base hits and two more runs, and in the fifth inning, Bell hit a solo home run to right field. Overall, Senga pitched five innings, allowing six hits, two walks, striking out four, and giving up five runs, four of which were earned. His ERA rose to 2.58. Senga has struggled to secure a win in his last seven starts, with his last victory dating back to June 12.

After the game, Senga commented on his performance, saying, "The pitches were mostly strikes, but at crucial moments I missed the sweet spot, which led to the runs scored today. I regret not being able to execute better in key situations." When asked about possibly resting for four days before his next start, he said, "I believe this is normal in the major leagues, so I will adjust myself accordingly."

Following the game, the Mets hold a 67-59 record, placing second in the National League East and third in the wild card standings, just half a game ahead of the Reds.