The New York Mets (72-61) flew close to the danger zone last week, and could certainly fall back near there, but they are once again looking more like the ballclub that fans envisioned when the season started. They hold a four-and-a-half-game lead over the Cincinnati Reds for the third and final National League Wild Card slot and just re-entered the divisional race after sweeping the Philadelphia Phillies at home. Perhaps the 2024 aura is still alive and well in Citi Field.

Just imagine how good this team would be if one of its top midseason acquisitions was performing even close to form. Ryan Helsley, whom the Mets acquired from the St. Louis Cardinals ahead of the trade deadline, has a 10.38 ERA since coming over to Flushing. He has allowed multiple runs in four of his 10 appearan

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