MLB playoffs: Vientos grand slam helps Mets tie NLCS as Yankees win ALCS opener

• NLCS Game 2: New York Mets 7-3 Los Angeles Dodgers
• ALCS Game 1: Cleveland Guardians 2-5 New York Yankees

Francisco Lindor and Mark Vientos homered as the New York Mets stopped the Los Angeles Dodgers' record-tying postseason scoreless streak in a 7-3 victory on Monday, tying the NL Championship Series at one game apiece.

Lindor added to his storybook season with a leadoff homer in the first inning against Ryan Brasier. Vientos delivered during New York's five-run second, connecting for a grand slam against Landon Knack.