It’s the New York Mets versus the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on July 16, 2026. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
- Time: 7:10 PM ET
- Location: Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia, PA
- TV Channels: ESPN
How to Watch New York Mets vs. Philadelphia Phillies on July 16, 2026
You can watch the Philadelphia Phillies take on the New York Mets live on DIRECTV on ESPN on July 16, 2026 at 7:10 PM ET.
New York Mets (40-57) at Philadelphia Phillies (54-43) — Game Preview
The Philadelphia Phillies (54-43) host the New York Mets (40-57) at Citizens Bank Park on July 16, 2026. Philadelphia has gone deep 124 times as a team this season while New York has connected for 112 home runs. Juan Soto leads the way for the Mets in left field, hitting .290 with 21 home runs and 51 RBIs.
Bryce Harper counters for the Phillies at first base, batting .260 with 20 home runs, 57 RBIs and a .497 slugging percentage. Kyle Schwarber adds even more power to the Philadelphia lineup as the designated hitter, contributing 32 home runs and 59 RBIs of his own despite a .254 average.
What Time is the New York Mets vs. Philadelphia Phillies Game Today?
The New York Mets vs. Philadelphia Phillies game starts at 7:10 PM ET.
Where Can I Watch New York Mets vs. Philadelphia Phillies?
You can watch New York Mets vs. Philadelphia Phillies on ESPN.
Players to Watch: New York Mets vs. Philadelphia Phillies
New York Mets
Juan Soto — LF. Soto anchors the Mets’ lineup from left field, hitting .290 with 21 home runs and 51 RBIs this season. His .405 on-base percentage and .562 slugging mark make him the most complete threat in New York’s order.
Carson Benge — RF. Benge has emerged as a steady power source for New York in right field, batting .263 with 11 home runs and 37 RBIs. He’s reached base at a .326 clip to go with a .402 slugging percentage.
A.J. Ewing — CF. Settling in as an everyday presence in center field, Ewing is hitting .276 with a .350 on-base percentage. He’s added 7 home runs and 24 RBIs, giving the Mets a contact bat who also gets on base.
Philadelphia Phillies
Brandon Marsh — LF. Marsh brings a steady bat to the Phillies’ outfield, hitting .301 this season. His .339 on-base percentage and .490 slugging mark round out a complete offensive profile from left field.
Kyle Schwarber — DH. Schwarber leads the Phillies with 32 home runs and 59 RBIs as the club’s primary designated hitter, ahead of Bryce Harper’s 20 home runs in the middle of the order. His .254 average makes him more of a power-first bat than a contact hitter, but the production has been consistent all year.
Bryce Harper — 1B. Harper gives Philadelphia a well-rounded bat at first base, batting .260 with 20 home runs, 57 RBIs and a .365 on-base percentage. His .497 slugging percentage rounds out an all-around offensive profile in the middle of the order.
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