​Jun 18, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Mets left-handed pitcher Sean Manaea (59) delivers a pitch against the Philadelphia Phillies during the second inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images.
The New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies continue their National League East matchup on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. First pitch is scheduled for 3:05 p.m. EDT, with the Mets sending veteran left-hander Sean Manaea to the mound against Phillies left-hander Jesús Luzardo. The division rivalry between the Mets and Phillies always carries extra intensity, and this afternoon matchup features several star players, power bats, and intriguing lineup combinations on both sides.
For the Mets, Francisco Lindor leads off and starts at shortstop, giving New York a switch-hitting presence at the top of the order and one of the most complete players in the game. Juan Soto follows as the designated hitter, adding elite plate discipline and left-handed power in the No. 2 spot. Bo Bichette bats third and plays third base, giving the Mets another high-contact, run-producing bat in the heart of the lineup. Francisco Alvarez is behind the plate and batting cleanup, providing power and a strong throwing arm as he works with Manaea.
Carson Benge gets the start in right field and bats fifth for the Mets, followed by Marcus Semien at second base in the sixth spot. Tyrone Taylor starts in left field and bats seventh, while A.J. Ewing patrols center field and hits eighth. Eric Wagaman rounds out the Mets lineup at first base and bats ninth. On the mound, Sean Manaea will look to quiet a dangerous Phillies offense and give New York a strong outing in a key road game at Citizens Bank Park.
The Mets lineup is: Francisco Lindor at shortstop, Juan Soto as the designated hitter, Bo Bichette at third base, Francisco Alvarez at catcher, Carson Benge in right field, Marcus Semien at second base, Tyrone Taylor in left field, A.J. Ewing in center field, Eric Wagaman at first base, and Sean Manaea as the starting left-handed pitcher.
Philadelphia counters with a powerful lineup of its own, starting with Trea Turner at shortstop in the leadoff spot. Turner brings speed, athleticism, and extra-base ability to the top of the Phillies order. Kyle Schwarber bats second as the designated hitter, giving Philadelphia one of baseball’s most dangerous left-handed power threats. Bryce Harper starts at first base and bats third, adding another proven slugger in the middle of the lineup. Alec Bohm is at third base and hits cleanup, offering consistent contact and run-production potential.
Edmundo Sosa starts in left field and bats fifth for the Phillies, followed by Brandon Marsh in right field. J.T. Realmuto, one of the top catchers in the league, is behind the plate and bats seventh. Derek Hill gets the start in center field and hits eighth, while Bryson Stott plays second base and rounds out the Philadelphia batting order in the ninth spot. Jesús Luzardo takes the mound for the Phillies as the starting left-handed pitcher, looking to keep the Mets’ loaded lineup under control.
The Phillies lineup is: Trea Turner at shortstop, Kyle Schwarber as the designated hitter, Bryce Harper at first base, Alec Bohm at third base, Edmundo Sosa in left field, Brandon Marsh in right field, J.T. Realmuto at catcher, Derek Hill in center field, Bryson Stott at second base, and Jesús Luzardo as the starting left-handed pitcher.
Fans can watch the Mets vs. Phillies game on SNY, with television coverage beginning ahead of the 3:05 p.m. EDT first pitch. Radio coverage is available on Audacy Mets Radio WHSQ 880 AM, through the Audacy App, and on 92.3 HD2. With Sean Manaea facing Jesús Luzardo in a left-handed pitching matchup and both teams featuring star-studded batting orders, this Mets-Phillies game at Citizens Bank Park is set up to be an important and entertaining NL East showdown.