3 thoughts ahead of the Mets-Braves doubleheader finale

3) The Mets and Braves are at such a disadvantage, but don’t forget about the Diamondbacks

Both teams should make the playoffs. And when they do, it’ll put them at a disadvantage. Flights to Milwaukee or San Diego after are tough enough with a game scheduled on Tuesday night. Unable to plan their pitching better or get the day of rest their opponents will, it’s a tough situation for the Mets and Braves.

Let’s not forget about the Arizona Diamondbacks either. Yeah, they had 162 chances to win one more game. Due to the circumstances of the doubleheader and one team likely to not give it 100% mentally, they’re at maybe the biggest disadvantage of all.

If you believe there was a conspiracy against the Mets, you better believe there was an even bigger one against the Diamondbacks. After making their run to the World Series last year with most casual baseball fans not really caring or noticing, bouncing them out of the postseason before they even get there in favor of the Mets and Braves benefits the league far more. The Mets and Braves draw an audience of lovers and haters. The Diamondbacks are just kind of there.

A tear won’t be shed for Arizona if the Mets and Braves do as expected and each win once today. By golly, if you’re a Diamondbacks fan, you’d be in the right to type up a strongly worded letter directed at Rob Manfred. Be sure to use bold, red font. Maybe pick one from a 1950s horror movie to really get your message across.