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September Surprise: New York Mets Are Playoff Contenders After What Looked Like a Losing Season

Late-season surge adds meaning to final month of the regular season.

AP/Charles Rex Arbogast
The New York Mets from left, Luis Severino, Mark Vientos, and Pete Alonso, celebrate Alonso's two-run home run off Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Davis Martin during the first inning of a game Saturday. AP/Charles Rex Arbogast
GEORGE WILLIS
GEORGE WILLIS

Get the popcorn ready. The New York Mets are trying to script a thrilling ending by turning what looked to be a losing season into a September push for the playoffs.

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GEORGE WILLIS
GEORGE WILLIS

Mr. Willis is an accomplished writer whose career reflects an unwavering dedication to journalism. His unique insights and extensive contributions have been featured in various press outlets. A native of Las Cruces, New Mexico, he and his wife Janelle reside at Aventura, Florida.

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