The Cincinnati Reds lost their season finale against the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday, but thanks to the Miami Marlins, Terry Francona's club will be headed to the postseason. The Marlins knocked off the New York Mets, meaning the Reds now have a date with the Los Angeles Dodgers when the NL Wild Card Series kicks off on Tuesday at Chavez Ravine.
The Reds' playoff berth can be attributed to the Mets' collapse and owning the tiebreaker. Cincinnati bested New York during the regular season, and with the head-to-head matchup being the deciding factor, the Reds get the nod over the Mets despite both teams finishing with a record of 83-79.