The New York Mets once seemed untouchable, holding a comfortable 5.5-game lead over the Phillies on June 12. Now, their grip on the National League East has completely unraveled.

By mid-August, the Mets find themselves trailing by six full games, watching their season slip away in slow motion.

What once looked like a steady march toward October has quickly spiraled into a crisis. New York has dropped 14 of its last 16 contests, a tailspin that has exposed weaknesses everywhere.

Blowouts, blown leads, and shutouts have piled up in a devastating mix that’s left fans frustrated and players searching for answers.

A Wild Card Race Growing Tighter by the Day

Friday brought little relief. After a new loss, the Mets now sit just a half-game ahead of the Cincinnati Reds for the final National

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