The New York Mets paid more than $340 million to be a World Series contender. They didn't even make the playoffs

After a win against the San Francisco Giants on July 27, the New York Mets had 62 wins — tied for second-most in MLB — and a 96.8% chance to make the postseason, according to Fangraphs . Two months and two days later, the Mets finished the regular season with only 83 wins. Not only did they lose their lead in the National League East division, but they also missed the playoffs entirely.