Of course, it had to end this way. The weirdest trade deadline week in franchise history couldn't simply conclude with a pedestrian finish. It had to encapsulate something bigger, more dramatic, unbelievable.
And so it went Friday night, when Wilmer Flores' solo shot in the 12th inning gave the Mets a 2-1 victory over the Nationals.
Yes, the same Flores who teared up at shortstop on Wednesday night, thinking he had been traded to the Brewers in a deal that ultimately fell apart.
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The same Flores whom fans once had booed for his struggles at shortstop and showered with cheers Friday in appreciation for his show of emotion.