Mets and Braves Clash in Crucial Series to Decide Playoff Fate

New York aims to secure a wild-card spot while Atlanta fights to keep postseason hopes alive in final week showdown.

The Mets have been the best-performing team in MLB since June, boasting a 62-34 record.
Braves are struggling with injuries to key players like Ronald Acuña Jr. and Austin Riley, impacting their playoff chances.
Francisco Lindor's back injury leaves his availability uncertain, but the Mets have thrived in his absence with strong performances from replacements.
The Mets need to win at least two games in the series to clinch a wild-card berth, while a Braves sweep would give them control of their playoff destiny.
Both teams are dealing with bullpen fatigue, particularly with closer Edwin Díaz and Braves' Raisel Iglesias having heavy workloads recently.