Mets 2024 midseason grades for every key player, Carlos Mendoza, and David StearnsMets had a wild first half of the season that ended with them in playoff position7/15/2024, 4:43 PMJohn HarperMLB Freelance Writer/On-air TalentNew York Mets left fielder Brandon Nimmo (9) is greeted by shortstop Francisco Lindor (12) after hitting a three run home run in the second inning against the Washington Nationals at Citi Field. / Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY SportsNew York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (20) reacts after a two RBI single against the Houston Astros during the second inning at Citi Field. / John Jones-USA TODAY SportsNew York Mets pitcher Luis Severino (40) delivers a pitch against the Washington Nationals during the first inning at Citi Field. / Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY SportsJul 10, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez (4) and pitcher Jose Butto (70) celebrate a victory against the Washington Nationals at Citi Field. / Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY Sports