The New York Mets claimed a big victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday. Zac Thornton and his teammates snapped a brutal five-game losing streak with this win. Thornton stepped up big with his performance on the mound.

Thornton started this game for the Mets, and turned in a strong effort. He pitched six innings, striking out four and walking one. He surrendered five hits to the Phillies offense, but kept them to just two runs. New York's bullpen picked him up after that, and the Mets claimed a 6-3 win.

It's been a promising start to life in the majors for Thornton. The 24-year-old owns a 3.40 ERA early in his MLB career following this win on Friday. His performances have helped instill a bit of confidence in himself, as well.

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“It's great just to prove myself right, prove a lot of others wrong. But yeah, it feels good to just prove myself right,” the Mets hurler said, via SNY Mets.

New York has not had the easiest season in 2026. But they are finding glimpses of promise in the dog days of the season. Thornton is one young player proving that he may have a future with the Mets in 2027.

New York will not make the playoffs this year. They are at the bottom of the National League East by a considerable margin. However, there are some areas where New York can take some solace heading into next season. If Thornton's performances are any indication, he could be a solid contributor for them now and for years to come.