The Mets’ Road to the Playoffs

Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY SportsSignificant improvements elsewhere in the NL East have thrown a wrench into the Mets’ plans to lead their own much-improved crew into the postseason. But while they remain a team with some noticeable flaws, they have the talent to take down the Phillies and the Nationals if a few key things break right for them.

A Healthy Rotation

This is a non-negotiable piece of the Mets potential success this season. Their top four is one of the better cores in the game, but everything beyond that is questionable at best and possibly disastrous.

Moreover, keeping their big arms on the mound will be no easy feat. Jacob deGrom has emerged as a true Iron Man in recent years, but…