David Peterson's six-hitter gave him the first nine-inning complete game of his professional career as the New York Mets beat the Washington Nationals 5-0 for their fifth straight win.

David Peterson accomplished a personal milestone for the New York Mets on Wednesday. In his 12th start of the season for the Mets and the 98th of his career, Peterson tossed his first career complete game shutout against the Washington Nationals.

David Peterson became the Mets' first left-hander to throw a shutout since 2019, and he praised his teammates after delivering the first nine-inning complete game of his pro career.