Struggling clubs assess postseason chances as MLB season progresses
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
As the MLB season continues, teams like the New York Mets and the Baltimore Orioles evaluate their postseason prospects. The Mets, currently 22-33, are hopeful for a turnaround with players coming off the injured list. Conversely, the Orioles seek improvement, despite inconsistencies in their lineup and bullpen. The Detroit Tigers and San Francisco Giants face bleak futures, while the Washington Nationals display a potent offense but struggle defensively. Teams will look to strengthen their rosters and gain momentum in the coming weeks.
- •New York Mets are 22-33 but expect reinforcements soon.
- •Baltimore Orioles are 6-3 in last nine games but lack overall consistency.
- •Detroit Tigers are struggling significantly and sit 15 games below.500.
- •San Francisco Giants have underperformed, with key players not meeting expectations.
- •Washington Nationals have strong offense but poor defense and pitching.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Is It Too Late for These Clubs? Teams That Can Still Make The Postseason and Those That Won’t
"The MLB season is in full swing, and about a third of the games have already been played. There have been surprises that are both good and bad ones. Such as the Washington Nationals being 31-30 or the Detroit Tigers massively struggling. The question remains for the teams like Detroit, the New York Mets, the San Francisco Giants and more. Will These Team Make the Postseason? Tier 1: Its Most Certainly Not Over New York Mets The Mets have struggled and struggled due to an lack of offense and mass
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