UPDATE: The New York Mets’ playoff dreams collapsed in a stunning 4-0 loss to the Miami Marlins on September 30, 2025, sealing their fate as they missed out on October baseball. With a win, the Mets could have clinched the final National League wild card spot, but instead, they ended the season tied with the Cincinnati Reds at 83-79.
Despite the Reds losing to the Milwaukee Brewers, the Mets were eliminated due to a head-to-head tiebreaker, marking a disheartening end to a season that began with championship aspirations. “It’s hard to describe,” said Mets manager Carlos Mendoza. “We came in with a lot of expectations, and here we are going home.”
Fans and players alike were left in disbelief after the team, once leading the league, fell apart in the latter half of the season with a dismal record of 38-55. This drastic decline has left the franchise grappling with the enormity of what they have lost.
“It’s a failure,” said star outfielder Juan Soto. “Anytime you don’t make it to the playoffs or win a championship, it’s a failure.”
After an exhilarating run to the NLCS last season and significant offseason investments, including Soto’s record-breaking contract, expectations were high. Yet, injuries plagued the roster, with critical pitchers sidelined, leading to a lack of depth in the rotation and inconsistent performances across the board.
The Mets entered the final game knowing they had to win against the Marlins. However, they couldn’t capitalize on key opportunities, including a missed chance by Pete Alonso in the fifth inning when his promising line drive was caught, leaving the team stranded. “You don’t want to be in my mind for that one,” Alonso lamented.
In a season filled with frustration, the Mets’ final game encapsulated their struggles. They have now joined the ranks of 2007 and 2008, marking this year as yet another painful collapse against the Marlins that cost them a postseason berth.
With the end of the season, Francisco Lindor reflected on the team’s failure to execute, stating, “It was something that was on us, on me, on the players to get it done.” The Mets now prepare for an offseason filled with questions and potential changes as they look to rebound from this disappointing campaign.
As fans digest this shocking end, the franchise must consider how to rebuild and avoid similar pitfalls in the future. The baseball world will be watching closely as the Mets face a crucial offseason ahead.
