New York Mets pulled off the upset to defeat St. Louis Cardinals. New York Mets entered the game as the underdog, with a 44% chance to win before the game started.
New York Mets seized control early, taking their first lead toward the beginning of the game. St. Louis Cardinals did not go quietly, recapturing the lead for themselves, until New York Mets regained control for good during the middle stretches of the game.