David Stearns' blueprint for the 2024 season was to evaluate in-house talent, be conservative in building a competitive roster for a wild card spot. Mets have improved since the end of May, now 'hitting on all cylinders' after a series sweep.
Despite initial doubts, the Mets are 11-4 since late May, closing the wild-card gap to 1 1/2 games. They are proving themselves in the expanded October tournament, staying competitive and defying expectations.
"I thought we always were in the postseason race," said Francisco Lindor. Mets players maintain faith in the team's potential despite skeptics and setbacks, focused on continuous improvement and climbing the standings.
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