Meet the Mets

After a two-day break due to postponements in Atlanta, the Mets began a crucial three-game playoff series last night in Milwaukee. Unfortunately, the Brewers – who had already secured their postseason spot and therefore had nothing to play for – were clearly superior to New York from the start. A Rhsy Hoskins grand slam off Sean Manaea in the first inning set the tone early, and the Mets didn't really have a chance after that. In the end, they lost to Milwaukee 8-4 and lost ground in the wild card race.

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One Francisco returned, but the other had to withdraw from the game last night due to back spasms.

Carlos Mendoza was ejected last night and showed his fiery side.

With Lindor's return, Luisangel Acuña now moves to the bench after filling in admirably at shortstop.

David Stearns returned to Milwaukee last night after leaving the Brewers to join the Mets.

Former Mets superstar Carlos Beltrán spoke about current Mets superstar Francisco Lindor.

Of all the things Mark Vientos accomplished this year, one of the greatest was his ability to play every day.

One of the busiest figures in the Mets organization right now? Team tour leader Edgar Suero.

Kodai Senga still hopes to take the mound for the Mets at some point.

In November, a Dominican Winter League game will be played at Citi Field for the second consecutive year.

About the National League Wild Card

While forcing the Mets and Braves to play a doubleheader on Monday will obviously have a negative impact on both teams, the cumbersome scheduling will also impact the rest of the wild card contenders.

Max Fried absolutely smashed against the Royals, throwing 8.2 scoreless innings and leading the Braves to a 3-0 win that moved them level with the Mets in the wild card race.

The Braves will get a big piece back tonight as Reynaldo López is coming off the injured list and will start against Kansas City.

The Padres clinched the first wild-card spot — and also did the Mets and Braves a big favor — by defeating the Diamondbacks 5-3.

Bad news for San Diego: Ha-Seong Kim may not be able to return this season due to his shoulder injury.

All about Major League Baseball

Aside, 1962 Mets: The 2024 Chicago White Sox have now lost the most games in a single season in modern baseball history.

The Tigers ended their miraculous playoff run yesterday with one of the wild card spots.

While the Royals lost last night in Atlanta, the Twins' loss meant Kansas City officially secured a spot in the playoffs.

It was basically a given that Skip Schumaker would be leaving the Marlins after this season, and now it's confirmed.

Major League Baseball is still reckoning with how its push for greater inclusivity was impacted by the untimely death of Billy Bean.

Yesterday there was further reflection on the final game at the Oakland Coliseum.

While the Athletics head to Las Vegas (with a stop in Sacramento), baseball may still have a future in Oakland.

There is a lot at stake for both teams and individual players in the final weekend of the regular season.

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Former Red Sox GM Chaim Bloom was an advisor to the Cardinals this season and will play a larger role in the team's front office moving forward.

Yesterday on Amazin' Avenue

Brian Salvatore previewed the crucial weekend series against the Brewers.

This date in Mets history

On this day in 2008, the Mets said goodbye to Shea Stadium (and their postseason chances).