New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez made a fast but errant throw to shortstop Francisco Lindor, who lunged to his left to catch the ball on a hop and put a tag on Thomas as he slid head first.

The New York Mets and the Arizona Diamondbacks play the middle contest of a 3-game series Tuesday at Chase Field in Phoenix.

The New York Mets have slowed down after a torrid start, losing four of their last six games overall. Still, it’s hardly time to panic in Queens, as this team continues to combine a deep, powerful lineup with starting pitching that has been even better than the high expectations set on it heading into the season.