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Holmes' 7‑inning gem fuels Mets 9‑0 win over Giants

Clay Holmes threw a career‑high‑tying seven innings of shutout ball as the Mets demolished the Giants 9‑0 on Saturday, ending their first back‑to‑back win streak of the season since March.

Holmes pitched seven scoreless innings, striking out four and walking two while allowing only three hits. He matched his career‑high from June 1 against the Rockies, helping the Mets secure a 9‑0 victory over San Francisco and their first consecutive victories since opening‑day wins on March 26 and 28.

Offensively, Bo Bichette returned to form with a 3‑for‑5 finish and a run in the third straight game, while Mark Vientos added an RBI single. Their production, combined with a solid bullpen, capped a dominant performance that left the Giants mired at 3‑6.