UPDATE: The New York Mets suffered a stunning collapse, failing to secure a postseason berth after a 4-0 loss to the Miami Marlins on September 24, 2025, at 2:59 p.m. EST. The Mets, who entered the day needing a win and help from the Milwaukee Brewers, now face the harsh reality of an epic season-ending failure.
With the season’s end, the Mets, boasting a staggering $340 million payroll, will head home for October instead of competing for a title. This marks the third time since 2007 that their playoff hopes have been dashed by a loss to the Marlins on the final day of the season. The Cincinnati Reds, who defeated the Chicago Cubs, will move on to face the Los Angeles Dodgers in the wild card series.
Just three weeks prior, the Mets held a commanding four-game lead over the Reds, with a 92.2% chance of making the playoffs, according to FanGraphs. However, their fortunes took a drastic turn as they went 38-55 in the latter part of the season, ultimately finishing with an 83-79 record.
On June 12, the Mets were riding high, leading the division at 45-24. But after a critical injury to pitcher Kodai Senga, their performance plummeted. The Mets managed only four wins in their final 16 games, leaving fans and analysts questioning how a roster filled with talent underperformed so significantly.
“We failed the job. We failed the mission,” said Mets star Francisco Lindor after the game. “It was on the players, it was on me, to get the job done, and we didn’t get it done.”
The Mets’ decline was marked by a series of critical losses, including a devastating sweep by the last-place Pittsburgh Pirates, and an inability to secure wins against key rivals like the Reds and Philadelphia Phillies. Manager Carlos Mendoza expressed frustration, stating, “There’s too much talent in this clubhouse not to reverse course.”
As the final game unfolded, the Mets fell short in a critical moment, leaving ten men on base and failing to convert in key situations. The disappointment resonated through the fan base and the organization alike, with many now questioning the future of this high-profile team.
Looking ahead, the Mets will need to confront the reality of their season and consider significant changes as they aim to rebuild and avoid a repeat of this historic collapse. The MLB playoffs are set to continue without the Mets, leaving fans to ponder what went wrong.
As October approaches, the spotlight shifts to the teams that succeeded where the Mets faltered, highlighting a season of missed opportunities and crushing defeats.
