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3hESPN.com

Power Rankings: Who starred for each team in 2019

Teams such as the A's, Rays and Nationals are about to earn an invitation to October, but credit these players for getting them there.

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5hDavid Schoenfield

What you need to know for the final week of the MLB season

This is it! Here's how to enjoy -- or sweat out -- the race to the finish line for the teams still in the running and players pursuing hardware.

19h

Conforto hits 3-run homer, Mets top Reds 6-3

Michael Conforto homered to cap a four-run first inning and the New York Mets gave their faint playoff hopes a boost with a 6-3 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday.

2d

Mets stumble in their playoff push with 3-2 loss to Reds

Pinch-hitter Christian Colon's two-out single off Seth Lugo broke an eighth-inning tie, lifting the Cincinnati Reds over the Mets 3-2 Saturday and dealing New York a critical defeat in the NL wild card race.

3d

Alonso hits 50th homer; deGrom, Mets beat Reds 8-1

Pete Alonso hit his major league-leading 50th home run, Jacob deGrom pitched shutout ball for seven innings and the New York Mets beat the Cincinnati Reds 8-1 Friday night.

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3d

Alonso slugs 50th, now 2 away from Judge's mark

Mets slugger Pete Alonso is now two home runs away from tying Aaron Judge's rookie record of 52.

5d

Alonso hits 49th HR, helps Mets rally in 9th to beat Rockies

Pete Alonso hit his major league-leading 49th homer to tie the record for most by a rookie, then drew a bases-loaded walk during a four-run rally in the ninth inning that sent the New York Mets over the Colorado Rockies 7-4 Wednesday.

6d

Stroman's strong outing keys Mets' 6-1 win over Rockies

Marcus Stroman pitched seven shutout innings, Amed Rosario, Brandon Nimmo and Pete Alonso all homered in the sixth to break open a scoreless game and the New York Mets beat the Colorado Rockies 6-1 Tuesday night to boost their flickering playoff hopes.

7d

Senzaltela, Story lead Rockies over Mets 9-4

Pitcher Antonio Senzatela hit a tying, two-run single that ended a year-long 0-for-44 slide at the plate, Trevor Story followed three pitches later with a three-run homer of Steven Matz to cap a six-run fourth inning and the Colorado Rockies beat the...

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7dESPN.com

Power Rankings: Who will win final battles for NL wild cards?

The Cubs, Brewers and Mets are all making a push to snag postseason spots in the Senior Circuit.

8d

Gyorko, Dodgers damage Mets' chances with 3-2 comeback win

Jedd Gyorko came off the bench late and played a big role in rallying the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 3-2 victory that damaged the New York Mets' dwindling wild-card chances Sunday night.

9d

Davis' 3-run double lifts Mets over Dodgers 3-0

Rajai Davis hit a three-run double off Julio Urias with two outs in the eighth inning following a brilliant pitchers' duel between the Mets' Jacob deGrom and Hyun-Jin Ryu, and New York beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-0 Saturday night to maintain its...

9d

Mets JD Davis on being called the Sun Bear

Mets JD Davis talks to Jon Sciambi about the Mets season and why Pete Alonso calls him the Sun Bear

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9dDavid Schoenfield

As wild-card race heats up, you gotta believe ... in Pete Alonso

The first-year slugger is closing in on the rookie record for home runs as he tries to keep the Mets' postseason hopes alive.

10d

Kershaw, Dodgers catch Syndergaard on bad day, beat Mets 9-2

Noah Syndergaard again wobbled with Wilson Ramos as his catcher while Clayton Kershaw was right in the pocket, sending the Los Angeles Dodgers over the New York Mets 9-2 Friday night.

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10d

Ramos catches Syndergaard despite concerns

Mets pitcher Noah Syndergaard will pitch to Wilson Ramos tonight despite a New York Post report on Monday that he and his agents lobbied for him to pitch to New York's other catchers.

10d

BBTN: Injuries, NYM/LAD, Playoff Push

Buster speaks with Karl Ravech about the rash of injuries facing the Yankees and what it means for the return of Giancarlo Stanton (11:00). They also explain why no teams should want to face the A's or Rays in the postseason. Then, Jessica Mendoza previews this weekend's Dodgers/Mets series and also lends her insights on the Noah Syndergaard/Wilson Ramos situation (30:56). Plus, Rena Banena's Bleacher Tweets (42:13).

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11d

'Superstitious' Alonso shaves mustache midgame

After his third at-bat Thursday, Mets rookie Pete Alonso decided to change his appearance, shaving his mustache during the game.

11d

Mets hit team-mark 6 HRs, rout D-Backs 11-1 for 4-game sweep

Juan Lagares hit a career grand slam and a two-run shot as the New York Mets set a team record with six home runs, routing the Arizona Diamondbacks 11-1 Thursday for a four-game sweep.

11d

BBTN: Top Prospects, Tommy Pham, HR Records

Buster talks to Keith Law about the debut of Oakland's top pitching prospect, Jesus Luzardo (10:36). Plus, Keith fills Buster in on the stellar seasons enjoyed by three of the game's top prospects. Then, Sarah Langs plays "The Numbers Game" (34:10) before Rays OF Tommy Pham discusses Tampa Bay's impressive season, why they're so hungry and how hitters have adjusted to the juiced ball (39:16).

TEAM	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Atlanta	96	61	.611	-	L1
Washington	85	69	.552	9.5	L1
New York	81	74	.523	14	W1
Philadelphia	79	75	.513	15.5	L1
Miami	54	101	.348	41	W1

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