Competing for the Wild Card: Are the Mets' Spot Secure? Giants, Reds, and Diamondbacks Vying for the Position
The National League (NL) wild card race is shaping up to be a thrilling finish, with several teams vying for the coveted third spot.
According to baseball experts, the San Francisco Giants have the best chance to beat out the Mets for the third wild card due to their easier remaining schedule compared to other NL wild card contenders. The Giants have the Dodgers, Rockies, and Cardinals left in their schedule, providing them with a potential advantage. However, R.J. Anderson cautions that the Giants seem to be running out of steam.
Meanwhile, the Cincinnati Reds, led by players like Elly De La Cruz and Matt McLain, are also making a strong push. They have seven games remaining against the Cubs and Brewers, and if they finish the season on hot streaks, they might just edge closer to the third wild card spot.
The Reds might miss Paul Skenes during their three-game series with the Pirates, but Dayn Perry believes that they still have a better chance to beat the Mets due to holding the head-to-head tiebreaker over them.
The Mets are predicted to secure the third wild card spot, despite some issues in mid-June, according to Matt Snyder. However, the teams with the best chance to beat the Mets for the third wild card spot are the Arizona Diamondbacks and the San Francisco Giants, with the Diamondbacks trailing the Mets by about 1.5 games and the Giants also within striking distance. The Reds have a longer shot but still possible.
The NL postseason races would be a snoozefest without the third wild card this year. I'm not a fan of the three-wild card system, according to Mike Axisa, but it's hard to argue with the excitement it's bringing to the table.
The current topic of discussion in the Batting Around roundtable is the NL wild card race. Last week's debate focused on the future prospects of the Braves and Orioles for 2026. The MLB experts will bring a weekly Batting Around roundtable, discussing various topics related to baseball.
The series between the Reds and Brewers, ending the regular season, may find the Brewers in "rest and stay healthy for the playoffs" mode. The D-backs' bullpen is not trusted, according to Mike Axisa, which could potentially open up opportunities for other teams.
In conclusion, the NL wild card race is heating up, and it's anyone's game. Fans can expect a nail-biting finish as the season comes to a close.
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