Each team's recent performance defies their current standings as Yankees struggle despite best AL record, Mets rise from written-off to playoff contention.
While the Yankees had the best record in the American League, they had lost three straight series and dropped seven of their previous 10 games. The Mets have turned things around, winning 13 of their last 17 games, including a seven-game win streak, despite being written off previously.
Francisco Alvarez's impact on the Mets is significant, boosting the pitching staff and contributing offensively with a .286 batting average, .805 OPS, three home runs, and 16 RBI in 28 games.
Pete Alonso's performance surpasses Anthony Rizzo's struggles, with Alonso hitting 16 home runs, 42 RBI, and elevating his batting average above .240 despite facing cold streaks.
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