The Mets (22-33) are in disarray following a three-game series against the Dodgers that featured embarrassing losses, the placement of Edwin Díaz on the injured list, a potential injury for Pete Alonso as the result of a hit-by-pitch, and the DFA of Jorge López following a scene that saw him throw his glove into the stands and double down on it after the game during media availability.
While the team isn’t sporting the worst record in baseball right now, it is undoubtedly the worst team in baseball at this particular point in time. This group has mastered the art of losing games—especially winnable ones—and has effectively torpedoed its playoff chances before June begins.