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Huge three game series for the Mets coming up here, but most of it\u2019s about perception and confidence.\u00a0 No three games in July ever decide anything, but winning and losing this series is the difference between being within striking distance of the division lead going into the break, and being clearly the second-best team.<\/p>\n
If the Mets win this series they will be respected throughout the league as contenders.\u00a0 They\u2019ll be brought up in all trade talks for big acquisitions.\u00a0 When analysts adjust their season predictions, the Mets will make it onto a lot of their lists.\u00a0 David Wright will again be recognized as one of the best players in the game, people will stop taking as many pot shots at the Mets, their minor league system, their medical staff and their decision making.<\/p>\n
If they lose and fall four or more games back from the division lead things won\u2019t be as rosy during the break.\u00a0 Analysts will find a way to justify their decision in the winter that the Mets have too many holes to make the playoffs.\u00a0 They\u2019ll talk up Bobby Cox, they\u2019ll talk about the Phillies having a good second half.\u00a0 Jose Reyes will be described as injury prone.\u00a0 Carlos Beltran will be portrayed as an 80 year old grandma that can\u2019t walk, much less play CF.\u00a0 They\u2019ll question Jerry Manuel and Omar Minaya and their ability to do their job.<\/p>\n
All off the results of one series.\u00a0 If a sweep happens either way, the reactions will be even more extreme.<\/p>\n
The series is really not that big a deal.\u00a0 It\u2019s an important series to try to win and not let the Braves get too far ahead, but even if they\u2019re four games out going into the break, that\u2019s hardly insurmountable given how many games they still play against each other.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0Still, it\u2019s a chance for the Mets to put the first half to rest on a positive note, take a deep breath, and soar into the second half with the addition of Carlos Beltran.<\/p>\n
If you’re headed out to Citi Field for any of these games, the Mets are having a fan appreciation weekend.\u00a0 They’re doing a lot of seat upgrades, signed giveaways, and handing out gift cards.\u00a0 On Sunday 25 lucky fans will receive game-worn jerseys.\u00a0 Enjoy!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Huge three game series for the Mets coming up here, but most of it\u2019s about perception and confidence.\u00a0 No three games in July ever decide anything, but winning and losing this series is the difference between being within striking distance of the division lead going into the break, and being clearly the second-best team. If … <\/p>\n