The New York Mets and their star signing, Dominican Juan Soto, were projected not to qualify for the Major League Baseball playoffs.
At one point, the Mets seemed to be one of the favorite teams to win the 2025 MLB World Series.
How has the last month and a half been for the New York Mets?
During the first two months of the 2025Major League Baseball season, the New York Mets had the best record in MLB, especially because of their surprising starting pitching staff and a seemingly flawless team.
But in the last month and a half, while the New York Mets are playing 13 games above .500 (55-42), their record is no longer the best in the National League East, let alone in all of Major League Baseball
What are the current weaknesses of the New York Mets?
The last six weeks of play have highlighted the Mets‘ weaknesses at third base, center field and in the bullpen, while the injuries they have faced in their rotation will likely see them trade for another starter before this season’s MLB trade deadline on July 31, 2025.
Why are the Mets and Juan Soto projected to miss the playoffs?
According to Kerry Miller of Bleacher Report: “God knows the Mets have had second-half collapses in their history, and they have one of the most difficult remaining schedules in Major League Baseball.”
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