Coming off an emotionally charged series with the Washington Nationals to fortify themselves as the leaders of the National League East, it would be understandable for the team to come in a little sluggish when going against a team like the Atlanta Braves the following day. Especially after having to wait out a two hour rain delay and playing in less than suitable field conditions. It speaks volumes on this team.
“Guys have been at the ballpark for seven hours trying to eat up time, and to walk out and still realize they’ve got to take care of business … I was very proud of them,” Collins said regarding his Mets.
These guys continue to show up with fight every night and don’t seem to be looking back. As us as fans look to exercise the demons of season’s past, this is a great sign. There’s an energy about this team that has been non-existent for years and it seems to be contagious with all looks of the team excited.
Even Dillon Gee (@dillongee35) is supporting this team still, tweeting “WOW, I don’t know what else to say. This is the best team on earth!!! Something special happening there. Awesome pickups! #mets”
It’s great to see this team continue to play to their best of their abilities and its very important down the stretch to keep it up. The magic number is down to 16, and with their next six games against the Braves and the thorn in our side, Miami Marlins, it’s time to beef up and close it out.
The sooner we clinch, the more time we have to rest our players, get recharged, line up our starting pitchers the way we want, and hit the ground running in the postseason.
