On Wednesday, heavy rain in Atlanta led to the postponement of two key games between the New York Mets and Atlanta Braves at Truist Park. The games, originally scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday, were called off due to inclement weather and the approaching Hurricane Helene, combined with a cold front bringing severe storms to the area.
### Rescheduling Details
MLB announced that the postponed games will be made up on Monday as part of a doubleheader, extending the regular season into next week. This series is critical as both teams vie for playoff positions, with the Mets currently holding a slight edge over the Braves for a wild card spot.
### Playoff Implications
As it stands, the Mets are a game ahead of the Braves for the wild card, while the Braves trail the Arizona Diamondbacks by half a game for the final wild card position. This makes the upcoming matchups essential for both teams.
### Weekend Series
The Mets will travel to Milwaukee to take on the Brewers this weekend, while the Braves will host the Kansas City Royals. With playoff spots on the line, both series are pivotal as the regular season approaches its conclusion. The weather situation adds another layer of complexity to an already tense playoff race.