Mets Out of Playoff Zone After Crucial Loss
New York – After almost six months, the New York Mets’ regular season has taken an unexpected turn. Following a tough loss to the Nationals, the team has fallen out of the playoff zone for the first time since April 5th. The 3-2 defeat against the Nationals, last in the standings, adds to a string of disappointing results, with only one week remaining until the end of the season. This situation, combined with the Reds’ victory over the Cubs, has left the Mets in a precarious position.The Mets, with an 80-76 record, now share the same mark as the Reds, but the latter have the tiebreaker advantage. The Mets, with 11 losses in their last 15 games, will close out the regular season with a series against the Cubs and the Marlins. The Diamondbacks are also lurking, just one game behind the Reds and Mets in the fight for the third National League Wild Card spot. The Diamondbacks have the tiebreaker advantage over both teams.That’s the way it’s gone. I’ve seen it, we’ve been watching it happen right in front of us.
Brandon Nimmo, Mets left fielder
The team, which had the best record in Major League Baseball until June 12, has experienced a notable decline. After a promising start, the team has shown a performance below expectations, especially considering its expensive roster. Since June 13, the Mets have had a record of 35-52, tying for the fourth-worst record in that period. The chances of reaching the postseason stand at 50.1%, a significant drop compared to the 96.2% they had on June 12.We simply have to win. Winning solves everything at this moment. We have to do it. We have to solve our problems on the field. That’s the simple fact.
Pete Alonso, Mets first baseman
The defeat on Sunday, marked by key errors and brilliant defensive plays by Jacob Young of the Nationals, was decisive. In the first inning, Juan Soto was put out at first base. In the second, Francisco Lindor committed an error that allowed the first run to score. In the third, Cedric Mullins did not advance to second base on a hit, which could have cost a run. In the mound, Sean Manaea and Clay Holmes combined to allow only three runs in six innings, but the greater damage came with a two-run home run by Nasim Nunez. The performance of the Mets’ pitchers, who cost $38 million, was surpassed by Jake Irvin and Mitchell Parker of the Nationals, who cost $1.4 million. Young made two spectacular catches that stole extra bases and a potential home run.I can’t pinpoint the reason, other than we haven’t been able to function as a team for an extended period.
Brandon Nimmo
In the moment we’re in, every win matters. Seeing plays like that definitely deflates you a bit. We’ve suffered some tough losses. We have one week left. We’re going to do some damage, so that’s what we’re focusing on.
Cedric Mullins
