Jul 12, 2021; Denver, CO, USA; NY Mets mascot Mr. Met greets fans during workouts before the 2021 MLB All Star Home Run Derby. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports
The New York Mets completed the first half of the 2021 season in first place with a decent cushion ahead of the other National League East teams. Even when they’ve gone into slumps, the Atlanta Braves, Philadelphia Phillies, and Washington Nationals have had a tough time making anyone nervous.
However, the second half schedule may make things a little more difficult. The Mets remaining strength of schedule is one of the toughest in baseball.