The last time the Mets saw the Phillies, their NL East rivals were dancing all over their crushed hearts, celebrating a sweep after the third of three late-inning come-from-behind victories against Mickey Callaway’s beleaguered bullpen.
The Mets have shown some life since, winning two of their past three games against the Braves and Yankees following a seven-game losing streak. They desperately need a big weekend to gain some momentum entering the All-Star break. Returning the favor would certainly help the team with the second-worst record in the National League.
“It’s very important. Hopefully we have a really good weekend here, and go to the break and come back and keep playing well,” Jeff McNeil said.