Here's what needs to happen for Mets to make improbable run to playoffsThe Mets still have a chance to reach the postseason by winning the NL East or nabbing the second Wild Card spot8/23/2021, 5:30 PMDanny AbrianoManager of Editorial ProductionPete Alonso, Francisco Lindor, Michael Conforto, Brandon Nimmo, Jeff McNeil, and Kevin Pillar / USA TODAY Sports/SNY Treated ImageNew York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (20) slides safely home with the tying run on a sacrifice fly by third baseman J.D. Davis (28) during the ninth inning against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park. / D. Ross Cameron-USA TODAY SportsAug 12, 2021; New York City, NY, USA; New York Mets center fielder Brandon Nimmo (9) celebrates with teammates after hitting a three run home run during the second inning against the Washington Nationals at Citi Field. / Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY SportsNew York Mets injured starting pitchers Jacob deGrom (left) and Noah Syndergaard walk in from the bullpen before a game against the Atlanta Braves at Citi Field. / Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports