The final two games of the crucial series between the New York Mets and the Atlanta Braves have been called off due to anticipated bad weather. This decision affects the intense competition for the last two NL wild cards in which New York, Atlanta, and Arizona are involved. As of the most recent standings, the Mets held the second spot with a record of 87-70, leading the Diamondbacks by half a game and the Braves by a full game with a record of 86-71.
The remaining two games of the series, initially planned for Wednesday and Thursday, are now rescheduled to take place as a doubleheader in Atlanta on Monday. The first game is scheduled to begin at 1:10 p.m., with the second game starting 40 minutes after the conclusion of the first game. The Braves secured a 5-1 victory over the Mets in the game played on Tuesday night.
The postponement of these games adds to the suspense and pressure surrounding the race for the NL wild cards. All three teams involved will have to wait patiently for their chance to continue their battle on the field. Stay updated for more developments in this tight playoff race.