Step in off the ledge, Mets fans.
A 3-6 homestand, while not optimal, has no bearing on the postseason. Neither does a poor September.
Getting in is all that counts. Just ask the 2014 Giants, 2006 Cardinals (yikes, we know!), 2001 Diamondbacks and 2000 Yankees (double yikes).
Plus, the Mets aren’t the only contender struggling. The NL West-leading Dodgers just snapped a four-game losing streak. The Cardinals, owners of the best record in baseball, are 11-10 this month after starting out 3-8. The Royals are even worse, at 8-13.
Below is proof that all that matters is getting in:
2006 Cardinals
September record: 12-17
Sorry, Mets fans, it had to be brought up.