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Mets Cling to Final NL Wild Card After Rally Over Cubs

New York’s rare trio of 7‑plus‑game skids has observers recalling the 2006 Cardinals.

Sep 23, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (12) reacts after hitting a one run single against the Chicago Cubs during the sixth inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Overview

  • New York is 81-76, holding the NL’s final wild card by one game over the Reds and Diamondbacks with five games remaining.
  • The Mets erased a 6-1 deficit to defeat the Cubs on Tuesday, preserving their narrow edge in the race.
  • The season features three separate lengthy slides: seven straight losses in June, seven in August, and eight in September.
  • They also posted two six-game and two seven-game winning streaks, underscoring a highly volatile profile.
  • OptaSTATS notes the only other team to reach the postseason after three 7+ game skids was the 2006 Cardinals, who went on to win the World Series.