The Atlanta Braves may be out of the postseason, but several former players are still vying for a World Series title. Key names include Freddie Freeman, now with the Los Angeles Dodgers, who is making his first NLCS appearance since the Braves' 2021 championship.

Evan Phillips, also with the Dodgers, has been impressive in the postseason, maintaining a scoreless streak over 13 innings. Meanwhile, Danny Young is on the New York Mets' postseason roster, and Jeff Francoeur, a former Brave, is contributing as a TBS broadcaster.

Jeff McNeil is poised to return to the New York Mets for the NLCS starting October 13th. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza faces a tough decision regarding which player to exclude from the roster to accommodate McNeil, who is preparing by playing in the Arizona Fall League.

McNeil's versatility adds depth to the lineup, particularly as he can play multiple positions. His return is crucial for the Mets as they aim for their first pennant since 2015, especially after his strong performance before an injury sidelined him.

The New York Mets have faced a tumultuous week, starting with a doubleheader against the Atlanta Braves that followed postponements due to severe weather. Both teams secured playoff spots after splitting the games, leading them into the NL Wild Card Series.

While the Braves were eliminated by the San Diego Padres, the Mets remain in contention after winning Game 1 against the Milwaukee Brewers but losing Game 2. A decisive Game 3 is set for Thursday night.

José Quintana, who hasn't pitched since late September, is expected to start for the Mets, who are navigating a grueling schedule of eight games in seven days with significant playoff stakes.

The New York Mets faced a challenging defeat against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citi Field, losing 12-2 despite an early lead. A turning point came in the fourth inning when left-hander David Peterson struggled and was replaced by Adam Ottavino, who also faltered, allowing the Phillies to score four runs in the inning.

The Mets' pitching woes continued as the Phillies capitalized, with Trea Turner and Bryce Harper key in their offensive onslaught. The defeat snapped the Mets' four-game winning streak but did not significantly impact the NL Wild Card race.

The New York Mets have showcased impressive offensive prowess in the absence of their star player, putting up remarkable run totals at Citi Field over several nights.

In their recent game against the Philadelphia Phillies, the Mets hit four home runs as part of a 10-6 victory, keeping the pressure on in the NL Wild Card race.

The solid batting display features players like Francisco Alvarez, Pete Alonso, and Mark Vientos stepping up, while the pitching has also been commendable, particularly from Luis Severino.