It was supposed to be a turning point. A winnable series against a bottom-feeder of MLB, a chance to remind all fans that the Mets still had fight left in them. Instead, the current collapse against the Nationals was more than just another loss—it looked like confirmation of what some feared: something is fundamentally broken inside this team.

And the cracks are not just visible on the scoreboard. Over the last month, signs of internal disarray have mounted—quiet frustrations becoming public critiques and confidence slowly vanishing with each missed opportunity. The tone related to the team has transformed from disappointment to outright disbelief.

The tipping point came Thursday night in Washington. A three-run lead evaporated into a 9-3 loss, complete with sloppy defense, erratic pitch

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