What was the downfall of the 2022 Mets? While two of their biggest strengths for most of the season disappeared during the most crucial moments, there are some other answers floating around.
You know, like how general manager Billy Eppler didn’t go all-in at the trade deadline. Instead of making a big splash (or two, or three) like the San Diego Padres did, New York opted for supplemental pieces. That brought the likes of Daniel Vogelbach, Tyler Naquin, Mychal Givens, and the much-maligned Darin Ruf to Queens for the stretch run.
The Amazins ended up winning 101 games and accomplished quite a bit as an organization, but at the end of the day, the ultimate goal wasn’t achieved.