The New York Mets’ game against the Atlanta Braves scheduled for Sunday has been postponed due to Hurricane Henri. The teams will now play a doubleheader on Monday in order to keep the Wild Card race in the National League in a holding pattern.
The Mets are currently in the midst of a tight race for a Wild Card spot, sitting just one game back from the second spot. They were hoping to gain ground on the Braves, who currently hold the top Wild Card position, but Mother Nature had other plans.
The doubleheader on Monday will be a crucial matchup for both teams as they look to secure their positions in the Wild Card race. With the season winding down and every game becoming more and more important, every win counts.
Fans of both teams will have to wait an extra day to see their teams in action, but safety is the top priority in the face of the hurricane. The Mets and Braves will have to adjust their pitching rotations and game plans for the doubleheader, which could have an impact on the outcome of the games.
As the Wild Card race in the National League heats up, every game becomes more crucial for teams like the Mets and Braves. The postponement of Sunday’s game and the rescheduled doubleheader on Monday will add even more excitement to an already tense race.
Stay tuned for updates on the Mets-Braves doubleheader and the rest of the Wild Card race as the season continues to unfold.
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