The Cincinnati Reds have successfully captured the National League’s third and final wild-card playoff spot, marking their first postseason appearance since the pandemic-shortened 2020 season. This achievement has placed the team in a favorable position for the upcoming postseason, while simultaneously keeping the highly anticipated New York Mets out of the playoffs.
With this news, the Reds are now poised for their first playoff run since 2020, a significant milestone that could lead to the team being reevaluated in terms of its current player roster, including the potential for high-profile free-agent acquisitions. This development also presents a challenge for the Mets, who were previously strong contenders for the postseason and are now likely to undergo a significant rebuilding phase for the next season.