Philadelphia, PA – The Mets-Phillies rivalry has a long history of memorable moments, but one thing has been missing – a playoff matchup between the two teams. The best-of-five NL Division Series kicks off on Saturday in Philadelphia, marking the first time the Mets and Phillies will face each other in the postseason.
The Mets secured their spot in the playoffs with a thrilling comeback victory over the Brewers in the NL Wild Card Series. Led by Pete Alonso’s heroics, the Mets have had a Cinderella season, turning things around after a slow start to the year. They are the first team to clinch a postseason spot and a playoff series by winning games after trailing in the ninth inning.
On the other side, the NL East champion Phillies had a strong season against the Mets, winning seven out of their 13 matchups. Pitcher Zack Wheeler, who once played for the Mets, has been a key player for the Phillies, excelling in his new role and emerging as a Cy Young Award candidate.
In the NLDS, the Mets will start Kodai Senga in Game 1, while the Phillies will counter with Cristopher Sánchez as their Game 2 starter. Both teams are looking to build on their success and advance in the playoffs.
Off the field, there’s a family reunion in the broadcast booth as Tom McCarthy, a longtime Phillies TV announcer, and his son, Pat McCarthy, handle radio duties for the series. The two have a long history in broadcasting, and it’s a special moment for both father and son.
As the series unfolds, both teams are focused on making the most of this opportunity and continuing to add to the storied history of the Mets-Phillies rivalry. The stage is set for an exciting showdown between these two division rivals, and fans can expect some intense and memorable moments in the days ahead.
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