Tag: NL Wild Card

NL Wild Card Update: Mets Remain in Control of Their Own Destiny

The Mets’ victory Tuesday night over the Chicago Cubs was their largest comeback of the season. Unfortunately, the 2025 Mets continue to keep their fans on edge. After their inspiring win in the first game at Wrigley, they dropped a clunker Wednesday night by a score of 10-3.  Jonah Tong, looking every bit like the rookie who only made two starts in Triple-A, lasted for just two innings...

Mets’ Playoff Hopes In Danger Amidst Six-Game Losing Streak

After holding what seemed like a nearly insurmountable lead in the National League Wild Card standings, the Mets have found themselves in a tight playoff race that may come down to the final days of the regular season for the second year in a row. Heading into their series against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park last weekend, New York was five games ahead of them and four in...

POTW: Alonso Makes History, Peterson Shows Grit

It has been a crazy week for the New York Mets, to say the least. From trailing in the ninth inning of Game 3 against Milwaukee with their backs against the wall, to a home run that made MLB history. From coming close to being shut out by a former Mets pitcher, to scoring five runs in the eighth inning to lead to a Game 1 win in Philadelphia. Mark Vientos did his best to create another magical...

3 Up, 3 Down: Alonso’s Heroics Power Mets To NLDS

Wow. Wow. Just freaking wow. The 2024 New York Mets are something special, and the magic shows no signs of ending anytime soon. In what will go down as another instant classic in franchise history, the Mets produced some late-inning heroics to beat the Milwaukee Brewers in Game Three of the Wild Card Series on Thursday. As a result, New York advanced to the NLDS for the first time since 2015. It...

Five Key Mets Storylines For Do-Or-Die Game 3

It all comes down to this for the New York Mets. After blowing a lead late in Game 2, the Mets must beat the Brewers in Game 3 or face an early end to their 2024 postseason adventure. What took place on Wednesday has now been firmly consigned to the history books. All that matters is what the Mets do on Thursday with their entire season on the line. New York is 9-8 all-time in win-or-go-home...

Five Compelling Mets Storylines For Game 2

The New York Mets will be looking to sweep the Brewers in Game 2 of the National League Wild Card Series on Wednesday night at 7:38 p.m. ET. A number of critical factors went into a statement Game 1 win on Tuesday. Luis Severino’s gutsy start. Jose Iglesias’ all-time hustle play. A monster five-run fifth inning. Huge hits from the previously slumping Jesse Winker and J.D. Martinez....

Mets Got Clutch Production From DH’s In Game 1

There were a ton of keys to the New York Mets’ success in their NL Wild Card Game 1 victory over the Brewers on Monday. Luis Severino’s gutsy outing. Jose Iglesias’ all-time heart and hustle play that started a monstrous five-run fifth inning. Carlos Mendoza pushing all the right buttons in key moments. An electric outing from the bullpen. All those factors were critical in New...

Mark Vientos Delivers Clutch Performance in Game 1

The New York Mets are off to a quick start with their 8-4 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday night, now just one win away from advancing to the National League Divisional round. Despite the quick turnaround after a doubleheader in Atlanta the Mets continued to show resilience with multiple clutch at-bats, responding to everything the Brewers put up offensively. Mark Vientos continues...

Lindor, Mets Provide Rollercoaster Moment Fit For 2024

“This is the game that people are gonna talk about for years to come. This is the game you’re gonna talk about. There’s not a single person in this room who’s ever gonna be the same. You be proud of yourselves. Because, gentlemen, you are champions.” Those words were uttered by the iconic Coach Taylor in the beloved TV series Friday Night Lights. Granted, that...

Mets Clinching Scenarios for Monday

The day is here. After a loss in Atlanta followed by two rainouts and a rocky start to their series in Milwaukee that ended with a Sunday win, the Mets’ magic number to clinch a postseason berth is one. However, a doubleheader with Atlanta stands in their way, but things aren’t as convoluted anymore as they were even on Sunday. It’s simple now. Let’s break down the...

Mets To Start Megill In Game One; Braves Go With Schwellenbach

Updated Post (Sept. 29 at 7:00 pm ET) – According to Andy Martino of SNY, the Mets will be started Tylor Megill in game one of Monday’s doubleheader in Atlanta. Megill owns a 3.98 ERA on the season, but has been lights out lately. Over his last three starts, he has only allowed one run across 16 innings to go along with 19 strikeouts. He has one start against Atlanta this year where he...

Mets Offense Stalling At The Worst Time; Can they Rebound?

For most of the second half, the New York Mets’ offense has been a big bright spot. Since the All-Star break, they are scoring 4.53 runs per game. A really solid number. But over the last two days, the lineup has been quiet and ineffective. Not something you want at this point in the season with what is at stake. The Milwaukee Brewers, who have nothing to play for, are still proving to be...

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