Joel Sherman Analyzes Mets Postseason Outlook Amid Cardinals and Dodgers Series

New York faces uphill climb to reach postseason.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 91 min read

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What happened: Joel Sherman evaluates the New York Mets’ viability in the wild card race as the 2026 season reaches a critical juncture. The analysis explores the performance of the Cardinals and Dodgers, alongside reflections on past shortstop market decisions.

Why it matters: With a 29–36 record, the Mets sit fifth in the NL East and require a significant turnaround to reach postseason contention. The Mets carry momentum into their current series against the Cardinals, who remain a primary hurdle in the National League wild card hunt.

By the numbers: The Mets (29-36) trail the division-leading Dodgers (42-24) in the National League, while the Cardinals (35-28) hold second in the NL Central. In other league action, the Astros (10-5) defeated the Angels (5-8) by a final score of 5-4.

What to watch: The Mets host the Cardinals at Citi Field for a critical three-game set starting today.

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@Joelsherman1 Jun 9, 2:29 PM ET

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