The Washington Nationals road back to the playoffs is uphill.
Five games behind the surging New York Mets in the National League East, and with 90 percent of the season left, this is not the time to panic. Injuries behind the plate will slow the Mets while the Nats expect Adam Eaton and Daniel Murphy back soon.
However, the divisional deficit must stay under ten games. Anything in double-digits puts you into miracle territory. Remember, this team has a nasty time dealing with pressure. Good thing they have five months to sort this out.