It’s a pop hit like many others, with an ascending chorus, an addictive hook, a warm rhythm.

When it comes to baseball and music, the connection runs a lot deeper than walk-up songs and “Take Me Out to the Ballgame.”.

From their playoff pumpkin to the purple Grimace seat and that catchy pop song by infielder Jose Iglesias, the merry New York Mets are riding a wave of good-luck charms and infectious camaraderie to unexpected October success.

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Bowden Francis has not allowed a hit through eight innings against the New York Mets.

Move over, Baha Men, and step aside, Timmy Trumpet.

A person familiar with the deals says shortstop José Iglesias and right-handed reliever Alex Colomé have agreed to one-year contracts with the Colorado Rockies.

Shohei Ohtani hit his 15th homer during a six-run burst, Andrew Heaney got his first win in seven weeks and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Texas Rangers 11-5.