Mets vs. Red Sox: 5 things to watch and series predictions | Sept. 2-4New York begins six-game homestand 1 GB for final Wild Card spot9/2/2024, 3:00 PMJohn HarperMLB Freelance Writer/On-air TalentNew York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez (4) reacts after just missing a home run in the first inning against the Washington Nationals at Citi Field / Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY SportsJul 20, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez (4) congratulates relief pitcher Edwin Díaz (39) on a victory against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot Park. / Jim Rassol-USA TODAY Sports