The reason why I chose this game is because it was one of the more thrilling wins of the season, and one with huge implications at the time.
The Mets entered their final series of the season before the All-Star break four back of the Nats for the division lead with four to play against them at home. It was dire for the Mets to take that first game and make a statement, as Washington had generally handled their northern rivals in their first few games against them on the back of Daniel Murphy.
That our division crown push fizzled, that weekend having everything to do with it, may be the only reason I rank it so low, though 9 is my favorite number!