The New York Mets reached a significant milestone this season, surpassing 3 million fans in attendance at Citi Field, setting a new single-season record. However, their recent homestand was disastrous, losing critical games against the Texas Rangers and the Washington Nationals, which jeopardized their chances of securing a wild-card playoff spot. Juan Soto, the highest-paid free agent in baseball history, has had a tumultuous first season with the Mets, initially struggling but later emerging as a key player with impressive stats, including a potential 40/30 season. Despite his individual success, the team's overall performance has been inconsistent, raising concerns about their ability to compete in the postseason as they face a challenging final stretch of games.