The Mets still somehow lead this weirdly unimpressive race for the final NL wild-card spot, thus their chances to make the playoffs remain decent or better. But at this point, we have to ask: Do they even deserve that postseason spot?

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The underachieving, undeniably disappointing 79-74 Mets are barely holding off two teams that sold at the deadline (Diamondbacks, Giants) and one that seems too inexperienced for prime time (Reds).

If the season ended today, the Mets would be in as the National League’s third wild card team under the expanded postseason format. They’re on pace for 84 wins, which would also rank t

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