McNeil powers Mets past Cubs 5-4

CHICAGO (AP) — Jeff McNeil homered and drove in three runs while making his first career start in right field, helping the New York Mets beat the Chicago Cubs 5-4 on Friday.
Michael Conforto also connected as the slumping Mets won for just the fourth time in their last 11 games. Brooks Pounders (1-0) got four outs for his first victory since he was acquired in a deal with Cleveland last week.
McNeil’s two-run shot off Yu Darvish gave New York a 3-2 lead in the third inning. With two