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MLB7 min read•March 29, 2026

Mets 4, Pirates 2: Keller’s Shutout Bridge & Robert Jr.’s Three-Run Walk-Off (Mar 28, 2026)

Mets vs Pirates March 28 2026 recap and AthX fantasy points at getathx.com

New York Mets 4, Pittsburgh Pirates 2 at Citi Field on Saturday, March 28, 2026 stayed 0–0 through nine behind Mitch Keller and David Peterson, then exploded in the 11th when Luis Robert Jr. launched a three-run walk-off homer off Hunter Barco. AthX Engine posted 20 FP for Keller, 10.33 FP for Peterson, and 9 FP for Robert—starter dominance, zeroes from the pen, then one swing that flipped the AthX storyboard.

Game narrative / key moments

Keller worked six scoreless frames with six hits, no walks, and three strikeouts—a 69 game score per ESPN (box score). Peterson countered with 5.1 scoreless and three hits allowed. Both teams left traffic on base: Pittsburgh finished 2-for-18 with runners in scoring position through regulation.

Extras broke the seal: Nick Gonzales’ RBI single plated Bryan Reynolds in the 10th for a 1–0 Pirates lead. Luis Torrens tied it with an RBI single in the bottom half. Reynolds pushed Pittsburgh ahead 2–1 in the 11th with an infield single, but Robert Jr. ended it with a three-run shot to left-center—4–2 Mets.

AthX standout performances

Mitch Keller (Pirates) — player page

  • Traditional line: 6 IP, 6 H, 0 ER, 0 BB, 3 K, 0 HR.
  • AthX FP: 20 — T-3 among pitchers on March 28.
  • Trading takeaway: Scoreless volume still prints AthX FP even without double-digit strikeouts—exactly the profile Pittsburgh needs atop the rotation.

    • David Peterson (Mets) — player page

  • Traditional line: 5.1 IP, 6 H, 0 ER, 2 BB, 3 K, 0 HR.
  • AthX FP: 10.33 — efficient zeroes across 17 outs.
  • Trading takeaway: Lefty soft contact plus weak traffic is a sneaky AthX value when the offense wakes up late.

    • Luis Robert Jr. (Mets) — player page

  • Traditional line: 1-for-4, HR, 3 RBI, R, BB.
  • AthX FP: 9 — T-3 among hitters on the slate.
  • Trading takeaway: Walk-off power moves Mets outfield narratives immediately—pair with how AthX MLB season projections work before you chase price.

    • Hunter Barco (Pirates) — player page

  • Traditional line: 1 IP, 3 H, 2 ER, BB, 0 K, HR allowed—loss in the 11th.
  • AthX FP: Check AthX Engine on his profile—short outings with homers allowed swing hard.
  • Trading takeaway: One bad inning after a marathon game is a reminder that reliever fantasy points punish crooked frames.

    • Team & trading implications

    New York won despite only six hits through 11—Robert’s swing erased a quiet offensive night. AthX Engine projections still treat the Mets as a high-variance offense; this finish supports the ceiling case for Robert shares when healthy.

    Pittsburgh wasted Keller’s gem and 12 hits total. Traders should note 20 FP from Keller even in a loss—then evaluate the bullpen bridge before the next road trip.

    Bold takeaways

  • Keller: 20 AthX FP with 6 scoreless innings.
  • Robert Jr.: 9 FP walk-off—tied near the top of the hitter board.
  • Pittsburgh: 12 hits, 2 runs—sequencing mattered more than volume.
  • Slate: Top 10 players (March 28).

    • Conclusion

    Pitcher fantasy points can shine in 0–0 games; hitter fantasy points can arrive in one swing. On AthX, track both before you trade the story.

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    *Sources: ESPN box score; CBS Sports gametracker. AthX fantasy points from AthX Engine daily tracking for March 28, 2026 where cited. This write-up is for information only and is not financial advice.*

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