Mets and Braves Face Off in Doubleheader to Decide Final NL Wild Card Spots

A Monday doubleheader will determine the postseason fate of the Mets, Braves, and Diamondbacks after Hurricane Helene postponed games.

The Mets and Braves are playing a doubleheader to determine the final National League Wild Card spots.
Both teams need just one win to secure a postseason berth, while the Diamondbacks require a sweep by either team to advance.
Tylor Megill will start Game 1 for the Mets, facing Braves' Spencer Schwellenbach, with ace Chris Sale ready for Game 2 if needed.
A split in the doubleheader would eliminate the Diamondbacks due to tiebreaker rules.
The Mets draw inspiration from a similar situation in 1973, which led to a surprise World Series appearance.