The reality of the current postseason format means that teams will inevitably hold on longer than perhaps they should, where even the faintest glimmer of hope will ultimately lead to the regret of not having traded your best assets earlier for a larger return.
The Mets find themselves teetering on the precipice at 21-29, already 15 games behind the first-place Phillies in the NL East, yet still just four games out of playoff positioning, causing uncertainty in their decision-making process.
FanGraphs Depth Charts project the Mets to finish with a 76-86 record, highlighting the slim chances of securing a wildcard spot unless a significant turnaround occurs, especially compared to the historic minimum wins for wildcard qualification.
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