Mets vs. Nationals: 5 things to watch and series predictions | Sept. 16-18Mets open their final homestand of the regular season9/16/2024, 1:20 PMDanny AbrianoManager of Editorial ProductionJun 25, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets third baseman Mark Vientos (27) rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run against the New York Yankees during the second inning at Citi Field. / Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports